Navigating Grand Central Station just got a little easier now that a new passageway to the 7 line has been completed and opened, MTA officials announced on Tuesday. The newly unveiled passageway provides a direct connection between the Flushing, Queens, 7 train and the 4, 5 and 6 lines, making it easier for riders…
Feb. 18, 2025 By jmilitello Feb. 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello Sunnyside’s sushi lovers have something to celebrate—Takesushi, a beloved Japanese restaurant with roots dating back to 1974, is rolling out a special three-course menu as part of the inaugural “Restaurant Week of the Sides.” Located inside Bon Café at 41-31 Queens Blvd., Takesushi has… Read more »
Dec. 31, 2024 By emarshall Dec. 31, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed to demolish two 1-story buildings at 54-03 and 54-11 Queens Blvd. in Woodside. According to the applications, these demolitions are being conducted in large part due to concerns about the stability of these structures. No plans have yet been submitted… Read more »
Nov. 22, 2024 By sobrien Nov. 22, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Members of the Sunnyside community are encouraged to scream at the top of their lungs underneath the 7 line on Saturday morning as part of a new initiative to release built-up emotions and forge a sense of community. “Sunnyside Screamers: The Second Scream” is… Read more »
Oct. 31, 2024 By sobrien Oct. 31, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Mayor Eric Adams, elected officials and members of the NYPD gathered in Woodside Thursday afternoon to issue a “cry for action” against subway surfing – the practice of riding atop moving subway carriages – following the death of a 13-year-old girl along the elevated… Read more »
May. 28, 2024 By bparry May 28, 2024 By Bil Parry Police from the 108th Precinct in Long Island City and Transit District 20 are looking for a man who stole a wallet and jewelry from a woman as she waited for the 7 train at the Queensboro Plaza subway station on the night of… Read more »
Feb. 22, 2023, By Zachary Gewelb A 17-year-old was arrested after he was caught clinging to the back of 7 train departing from the Queensboro Plaza station in Long Island City on Wednesday, just two days after a 15-year-old boy was killed in a subway surfing incident on the Williamsburg Bridge. Authorities say that officers… Read more »