Queens Public Library Closes Eight Branches Until Further Notice Due to COVID-19

The city is nearing the completion of a study that seeks to examine alternative sites for a new ferry terminal at Hunter Points South Park, which will replace the existing station.

The NYC Economic Development Corp., which oversees the city’s ferry routes, said it is considering the feasibility of four new locations at Hunter Points South Park where a large docking barge would be built to accommodate ferry vessels.

June 5, 2023 By Bill Parry

The sixth annual Astoria Film Festival is underway with online programming to support filmmakers with disabilities and others who can’t make it to the in-person festival at Kaufman Astoria Studios, with the Youth Film Festival on Saturday, June 9, and the Main Film Festival on Sunday, June 11.

June 5, 2023 By Bill Parry

June 2, 2023 By Ethan Marshall

Astoria resident Jennah Vox is looking forward to performing at Queens Rising Saturday at the Queens Night Market. Her performance will come as she prepares to release her second EP, “Recovery,” as soon as later in 2023.

June 2, 2023 By John Schilling

The Noguchi Museum in Long Island City will showcase artworks by its staff in “A Living Mechanism,” an exhibition that embraces unique artistic perspectives with the goal of honoring the museum’s history. Set to open to the public with an opening reception on June 2, the exhibition will be on display in the museum’s Education Studio until June 15.

June 2, 2023 By Julia Moro 

Northwell Health announced the opening of its $4.3 million, 8,500-square-foot practice located at 21-21 31st St. in Astoria.

June 1, 2023 By Julia Moro 

June 1, 2023 By Bill Parry

May 31, 2023 By Michael Dorgan

One of the borough’s biggest annual art festivals returned to Long Island City with more than 100 creators showcasing their work.

May 31, 2023 By Micahel Dorgan

Sunnyside will host its very own Pride march and celebration on Friday, June 2, with hundreds of people expected to attend.