Astoria: Florida man arrested for running over cop in stolen pickup

Feb. 4, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin

Amid the busy month of February, with Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, and even snow days, it can be easy to lose track of your running schedule. During these cold winter months, the urge to stay indoors and avoid the harsh winds is strong. However, having the support of friends, family, and the local community can be the motivation needed to lace up your running shoes and push forward. Stay committed to your New Year’s resolutions and sign up for these races in Queens this month, some of which benefit important causes.

Feb. 4, 2025 By Richard Khuzami

In the ever-evolving landscape of New York City, the need for thoughtful urban planning has never been more critical. As we look to the future, it’s clear that neighborhood rezoning offers a more comprehensive and beneficial approach compared to individual rezoning requests for specific projects. Locally, in Community District 1 in Queens, OANA has been advocating for such a rezoning of the general area south of Broadway in Astoria to Dutch Kills.

Feb. 4, 2025 By sobrien

Feb. 4, 2025 By Shane O’Brien 

Feb. 3, 2025 By Matt Tracy

Queens lawmakers and LGBTQIA+ leaders are demanding immediate action after NYU Langone and Mount Sinai canceled appointments for young patients seeking gender-affirming care, in response to the Trump administration’s executive order threatening federal funding cuts to providers of such services.

Feb. 3, 2025 By Colum Motherway

For the past 30 years, Power Women has served as a significant symbol of recognition for countless influential women while also fostering valuable connections.

Feb. 3, 2025 By Colum Motherway

This February, Queens Public Library (QPL) is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with an exciting lineup of over 70 events and activities. 

Jan. 31, 2025 By Christian Murray

Con Edison has filed plans with the state to raise gas and electricity rates in 2026, aiming to boost revenue for clean energy investments and infrastructure upgrades.

Jan. 31, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

Over 100 people attended the first 30th Avenue Winter Food Crawl Thursday night, a Queens Economic Development Corporation (QEDC) initiative designed to increase foot traffic and exposure to businesses along 30th Avenue in Astoria.

Jan. 31, 2025 By Athena Dawson

A trio of Republican council members are contesting the recent election of Council Member David Carr as the Republican Caucus Minority Leader.

Jan. 31, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

New York City has launched a housing lottery meant to benefit seniors for 13 units in a 7-story mixed-use building at 3-11 27th Ave. in Astoria.