June 10, By Michael Florio
A new bill passed the Assembly earlier this week that aims to prevent human trafficking.
The bill, introduced by Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas, calls on the State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) to create posters—and place them in public places– that would notify trafficking victims where they can find help.…
June 9, By Michael Florio
Permitting issues have delayed a Food Network personality and New York City restaurateur’s plan to open a sprawling grill and speakeasy concept on Ditmars Boulevard.
Willie “Jack” Degel planned to open his new restaurant,…
June 8, By Michael Florio
A longstanding Kew Gardens restaurant is expanding into Astoria.
The Chicken House will open at 31-12 Broadway in mid-July, according to manager Pratik Tomar.
The Kew Gardens restaurant was established in 1980, according to the company.…
June 8, Staff Report
The Astoria Flea and Food night market will return to the neighborhood next month for three evenings of food, crafts and local brews.
The annual flea market will take place from 7 p.m. to midnight on three Saturday nights: July 9,…
June 7, By Michael Florio
After years of planning and a year of construction, the ribbon was cut on a renovated Astoria playground today.
Paul Raimonda Playground, located on 20th Avenue between 47th and 48th Streets, recently reopened after a $1.7 million renovation that brought in new play equipment for toddlers and children and new fitness equipment for adults. …
June 6, Staff Report
Police are searching for a burglar who stole thousands of dollars worth of electronics and jewelry from an Astoria home.
The teenage suspect entered the 33rd Street residence through a front window on June 2 at 10:30 a.m,…
June 6, By Michael Florio
A new café focused on organic and gluten-free products is coming to 31st Street this fall.
QNS Cafe, a coffeehouse and pastry shop, will open at 22-35 31st St. in September or October, according to co-owner Dino Philippou.…
June 3, By Michael Florio
Ghosts will soon rise in Astoria.
Boroughs of the Dead, which hosts haunted tours around the city, will present its next “Haunted Histories and Legends of Astoria” tour on June 11.
The tour will make 10 stops throughout the neighborhood,…
June 3, Staff Report
Two women stole nearly 100 shirts worth more a thousand dollars from a local Gap Kids.
The women entered the Gap Kids, located at 31-02 Steinway St., and stole 96 shirts and tank tops on May 14 at 11:20 a.m.,…
June 2, By Michael Florio
Proponents of a controversial plan that would add a toll to the Queensboro Bridge will rally in Astoria this weekend.
The rally will take place on Saturday at 11 a.m., starting at the Astoria Blvd N/Q subway station,…