Sept. 15, By Jackie Strawbridge
A summer of icy showers, take out dinners and even break-ins by management may stretch into fall for some Acropolis Gardens residents.
Eight of the complex’s 16 buildings lost gas and hot water at the end of April.…
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DII Deals Expanding Into Old Rite Aid With Toy And Holiday ‘Super Center’
Sept. 14, By Jackie Strawbridge
A toy- and Christmas-focused expansion of DII Deals and Discounts will open on Broadway in a former Rite Aid.
DII is located at 36-11 Broadway, and is one of the chain’s several franchises selling home good ands apparel throughout New York and New Jersey.…
Man robbed at gunpoint on 36th Avenue
Sept. 12, Staff Report
A man was robbed at gunpoint in Astoria last week after four men jumped out of a vehicle and demanded his belongings.
The suspects exited a grey Nissan Altima on Sept 6 at 6:00 am in front of 36-17 34th Street before approaching a 30-year-old victim.…
Only 16 Enrolled At Most Precious Blood Pre-K
Sept. 11, By Jackie Strawbridge
A new pre-K center at the former Most Precious Blood school is vastly underutilized, with only 16 students enrolled, according to the District Superintendent.
This center was originally intended to seat 270 students across 15 classes.…
Body Found Under Hell Gate Bridge
Sept. 11, By Jackie Strawbridge
A man was found dead under the Hell Gate Bridge at Astoria Park Friday morning, according to police.
At around 6:30 a.m., a passerby saw the body and called police, a detective on the scene said.…
Marine Life And Hallets Cove’s Future On Display At Waterfront Festival
Sept. 10, By Jackie Strawbridge
A free waterfront festival will celebrate Hallets Cove and its future on Saturday.
The festival will run from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Hallets Cove Playground, near Vernon Boulevard and 30th Road,…
Kevin Bacon latest big star to pay a visit to Taverna Kyclades
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Sept. 9, Staff Report
The popular Greek seafood restaurant Taverna Kyclades continues to be a big draw for Hollywood A-listers.…
Maloney Updates Greek Community On Remittances Blockage
Sept. 9, By Jackie Strawbridge
Congresswoman Carolyn Maloney has identified two possible solutions for local residents hoping to support friends or family in Greece during its financial crisis.
Last month, the Congresswoman called on the U.S. Treasury to help bypass a significant obstacle between Greek citizens and access to remittances,…
Participatory Budgeting Kicks Off Next Week
Sept. 9, By Jackie Strawbridge
Western Queens residents can learn how to vote for funding on local projects starting next week.
Neighborhood assemblies begin on Sept. 16 for Participatory Budgeting in Councilman Costa Constantinides’ district, which covers Astoria and parts of East Elmhurst,…
Lefkos Pyrgos Moving to Former Marathon Bank Spot
Sept. 8, By Jackie Strawbridge
The Greek bakery Lefkos Pyrgos has announced its move to the old Marathon Bank spot on Ditmars Boulevard.
“Coming soon” signs appeared at the new site – 33-02 Ditmars Blvd. – following weeks of conspicuous renovation work.…