October 16, By Jackie Strawbridge
Con Edison says it will address temporary wiring that has been strung up across a small portion of 31st Avenue – from a pole to a tree to a fire escape – for nearly a year.…
October 15, By Jackie Strawbridge
About a block from the sprawling seven-story development in progress at Broadway and 31st Street, a new seven-story residential development is planned along the N/Q.
Construction plans were filed last week with the Department of Buildings for the development at 30-13 31 St.,…
October 15, By Michael Florio
Running and cupcakes are an unlikely mix.
But this Saturday residents will have the opportunity to take part in a 5K race around Astoria Park while stopping along the way for cupcakes.
The event,…
October 14, By Jackie Strawbridge
The King of Falafel & Shawarma food truck will park at a new, temporary location on 31st Street, starting today.
The popular food truck had to move from its spot on Broadway and 30th Street,…
October 13, By Jackie Strawbridge
Four men escaped a house fire on 28th Street yesterday afternoon with the help of police.
The fire broke out at 23-44 28th Street on Monday afternoon, according to the NYPD.
Upon arrival at the scene,…
October 9, By Jackie Strawbridge
Residents will begin moving into western Queens’ newest homeless shelter at the Verve Hotel in Dutch Kills around Oct. 16, although the Department of Homeless Services will start setting up at the site this weekend.…
October 9, By Jackie Strawbridge
A three-story Egyptian-themed restaurant is set to open this month at the former Wendy’s on Steinway Street.
Tut’s Hub, located at 30-91 Steinway St., will focus on traditional Egyptian dishes as well as casual American fare,…
October 9, By Jackie Strawbridge
In August and September, Q.E.D. Astoria screened the Republican presidential debates with a twist, bringing in comedians to joke through what it called the “three ring circus.”
Next week, the Democratic candidates will get their turn.…
October 8, By Jackie Strawbridge
Astorians will have a chance to speak with local officials and the Department of Transportation about traffic safety around Astoria Park at a workshop-style planning session this month.
Assemblywoman Aravella Simotas, Councilman Costa Constantinides and the DOT will host the planning session on Oct.…
October 8, By Michael Florio
The Queens Library will be extending its hours so that every branch will be open at least one weekend day beginning on November 15th.
Currently, just 20 of the 63 Queens Library branches open on weekends.…