Dec. 8, By Michael Florio
An 81-year-old Astoria woman was scammed out of $3,000 last Monday, according to police.
The Astoria senior was the victim of two con artists who tricked her out of $3,000 in cash.
The victim was standing in front of her 21st Street apartment at about 8:45 a.m.…
Dec. 8, By Michael Florio
A Greek restaurant is set to take over the former location of the Frank’s Bakery.
Piatsa Souvlaki Greek Grill, which will be operating out of 36-02 30th Ave, will be opening within two weeks,…
Dec. 15, By Michael Florio
A new café is coming to Ditmars.
The café will be located at 23-14 Ditmars Blvd and is expected to open by Christmas, according to a co-owner who didn’t want to disclose her name.…
Astoria: The police are searching for a man who allegedly snatched a woman’s bag and then threw her to the ground
The suspect allegedly followed the woman at 5:40 am on Saturday, Oct. 18, as she was walking on 30th Street.…
December 4, By Christian Murray
An Astoria man has been charged for trying to torch half a dozen vehicles – including a police car – in the Elmhurst area yesterday.
Miguel Ramos, 23, allegedly stuffed a rag in each of the vehicles’ gas tanks and then set them on fire,…
Dec. 4, By Christian Murray
Astoria residents have put together an extensive list as to how to spend $1 million in city funds on the neighborhood.
Councilman Costa , who is allocated millions of dollars by the city council to fund neighborhood projects each year,…
Dec. 3, By Michael Florio
The movement toward clean living continues—as several stores and restaurants are opening with vegans and health-conscious residents in mind.
Jujube Tree Asian Vegan Cuisine, which obviously sells vegan food, is opening at 35-02 30th Ave.,…
Dec. 3, By Michael Florio
Fresh Start Organic Eatery & Market, located at 29-13 23rd Ave, has reopened after closing late September for renovations.
Stella Leandrou, who owns the store with Ellie Zoumberakis, said the renovations included putting in an antique-looking ceiling,…
Dec. 2, By Michael Florio
The owners of a popular 30th Avenue barbecue joint have plans to open a café, according to sources.
Dino Phillippou and Dimitri Paloumbis, the owners of MexiBBQ, are expected to open a cold-brewed coffee shop at 37-04 30th Ave in coming months,…
Dec. 1, By Michael Florio
An Astoria law firm representing a woman who claimed that she was burned by a Starbucks coffee overcame a significant legal hurdle in her quest for damages last month.
Devrim Cacin-Worthy, a Flushing resident represented by Sacco &…