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Man stabs two people in Astoria–one fatally–and sets homeless man on fire

March 6, Staff Report

The police are searching for a man who allegedly stabbed two Astoria residents—including one fatally–and set a homeless man on fire Sunday.

James Dillon, 23, allegedly slashed a 39-year-old woman in the head and face at about 11:30 am in the vicinity of 25-69 36th Street,…

Police Release Photo of Suspect wanted for Astoria Bank Robbery

March 5, Staff Report

The police have released a photo of the suspect they believe was responsible for a bank robbery that took place in Astoria yesterday.

The suspect entered Astoria Bank, located at 37-16 30th Avenue, shortly after 2:00 pm and approached the teller demanding money,…

Astoria Bank Robbed On 30th Avenue

March 4, Staff Report

The Astoria Bank at 37-16 30th Avenue was robbed Friday afternoon, according to police.

An officer present at the scene said that the robbery took place around 2 p.m.

However, she said she could not provide further information about how much was stolen or how the robbery occurred.…

Queens Sports Authority Locations Safe From Closure

March 4, By Michael Florio

The two Queens Sports Authority locations are safe from closures that will hit more than 140 of the company’s stores nationwide.

Sports Authority announced this week that it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will be closing about a third of its stores.…

Residents get to Vote on $1.5 million of local projects, from Parks to Libraries

March 4, By Jackie Strawbridge

Council Member Costa Constantinides has released the ballot items for his district’s Participatory Budgeting session, which include upgrades to schools, community facilities, local parks and more.

Participatory Budgeting is a process that allows constituents to vote on how capital dollars are spent in their district.…

Astoria First Realty Closed by Court Order, Space Listed For Rent

March 3, Staff Report

An Astoria real estate office infamous for its apparently shady business practices was closed by court order last month and is now available for rent.

The 950-square-foot storefront at 32-05 31st Ave. is available for $3,500 per month,…

Man shot while driving SUV in Astoria, listed in critical condition

March 4, Staff Report

A man was found slumped over in the driver’s seat of his SUV after being shot in the head in Astoria Friday morning, police said.

The 37-year-old driver, reportedly a livery driver, was discovered near 35th Street and 37th Avenue just before 5 a.m.,…

Kaufman Studios Unveils Rooftop Solar Power System

March 1, Staff Report

Kaufman Astoria Studios has installed 373 solar panels on one of its rooftops, which will provide power to its offices, lights and elevators inside.

According to the studio, this new solar power system was installed on top of its 3,000-square-foot Stage K building,…

Police Looking For Shooter In Astoria Attack

March 1, Staff Report

Police are searching for a suspect who allegedly asked a man lie on the ground before shooting him in the arm on Monday.

The 32-year-old victim was walking to his car near 38-31 9th St.…