July 29, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Astoria wine bar Tootles and French has launched a new program of classes and events, showcasing unconventional wine-growing regions and partnering with several local businesses. The wine bar, which opened at 36-15 Ditmars Blvd. in April 2023, kicked off a series of educational and interactive classes in June, and… Read more »
July 29, 2024 By Kathryn Greene Whether you are there to workout, change your lifestyle or train for a fight, Astoria’s first boxing gym, “The Cave,” welcomes you. “Everything in the world was born from a cave,” said Norman Bahij, co-owner and head coach of The Cave, explaining how Astoria’s first boxing gym got its… Read more »
Jul. 26, 2024 By emarshall July 26, 2024 By Allison Kridle Like any bustling metropolis, everyone in western Queens seems to have their staples or go-to places. The unsung heroes, however, are the hidden gems that lurk between bodegas and bistros in our diverse borough. We have dug up six not-so-known spots in the neighborhood… Read more »
July 25, 2024 By Bill Parry Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria and Transit District 20 are looking for two suspects who attacked a 42-year-old man inside the 46th Street R train station on the night of Sunday, July 14. The victim was waiting on the station’s platform that serves the Queens Boulevard line… Read more »
July 23, 2024 By Bill Parry A Queens grand jury indicted a Bronx man for striking an e-bike rider and speeding away while evading police during a car chase through the streets of Astoria earlier this month. Harold Vega, 46, of Jackson Avenue in the Mott Haven section, was arraigned Tuesday in Queens Supreme Court… Read more »
July 22, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Neptune Diner, which has served the Astoria community for the last 40 years, will close its doors for the final time this Sunday. The popular diner first opened at 31-05 Astoria Blvd. in 1984 and quickly became a beloved local institution. Staff at the diner confirmed that it will… Read more »
July 19, 2024 By Angelica Vivas Queer performers ignited energy into hundreds of New Yorkers laid across the Great Lawn in Astoria Park on Saturday, June 29, to celebrate the last days of Pride Month. Astoria Has Pride organized the neighborhood’s second annual Pride Picnic with the help of five main sponsors and more than… Read more »
Jul. 19, 2024 By Czarinna Andres July 19, 2024 By Jessica Militello Western Queens is filled with many things to do outside right now. Whether you prefer the tranquility of an early morning by the water or the beauty of a sunset stroll, there is something for everyone. From family-friendly events to enticing dinners and… Read more »
July 16, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 6-story mixed-use building at 23-57 31st St. in Astoria. Located between 23rd Road and 24th Avenue, the proposed building will be 69 feet tall and have 10 residences when completed. Demolition permits for the property have not yet been filed,… Read more »
July 12, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Local residents are growing increasingly concerned about falling rocks from the deteriorating Amtrak railroad bridge on 23rd Avenue in Astoria. After witnessing a larger-than-usual rock fall from the bridge at the intersection of 36th Street last month, two local residents cordoned off the area with yellow tape and a… Read more »