Aug. 4, 2023 By Julia Moro The luxury condominium building, NOVO LIC, located in Dutch Kills sold out in only 10 months. NOVO LIC, developed by Park Construction Corp, features 65 one- and two-bedroom apartments across two seven-story buildings priced at $659,000. The sellout was handled by The Gavrilov Grosso Team at The Corcoran Group. “Buyers were… Read more »
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Colombian pride on full display during festive Jackson Heights parade
July 24, 2023 By By Gabriele Holtermann It was all about Colombian pride and culture at the annual Colombian Independence Day Parade in Jackson Heights on Sunday, July 23. Colombian Americans came out in droves and lined up along Northern Boulevard between 69th and 85th streets, waving Colombian flags and cheering on dancers donning traditional… Read more »
Queens waterfront real estate market wildly popular as prices skyrocket citywide
July 19, 2023 By Julia Moro According to a new StreetEasy report, condos along the Queens waterfront have risen in popularity, with Long Island City being the most in-demand sales market in the borough this year. With lower prices and a convenient commute to Manhattan, the Queens waterfront proves to be a top choice for… Read more »
Actor, comedian Michael Rapaport declared Sal, Kris & Charlie’s in Astoria the best deli in the city
July 14, 2023 By Julia Moro Actor and comedian Michael Rapaport proclaimed Sal, Kris & Charlie’s Deli in Astoria as the best deli in the city, making the announcement on a Tik Tok recently. When Rapaport visited his favorite sandwich spot this past week, he posted to Tik Tok, captioning his video, “Sal &… Read more »
Mount Sinai opens new cardiac catheterization lab in Astoria to expedite care for heart attack patients
July 12, 2023 By Julia Moro Mount Sinai Queens announced on July 11 that a new cardiac catheterization lab will open in its Astoria location, providing more efficient and comprehensive care to hundreds of heart patients for emergencies and scheduled procedures. Atul Kukar, DO, the director of the Mount Sinai Queens Catheterization Lab, will lead… Read more »
Queensbridge nonprofit takes local kids on trip to Universal Studios
July 12, 2023 By By Ethan Marshall The Queensbridge nonprofit Operation Safe Block Inc. held its annual “The World is Yours” trip to Universal Studious for approximately 50 local Queens kids between the ages of 7 and 14 last weekend. The trip was made possible thanks in large part to the organization’s sponsors, including legendary… Read more »
Astoria’s Museum of Moving Image to showcase 70mm films, celebrate hip-hop in series of summer events
July 3, 2023 By John Schilling The Museum of Moving Image (MoMI) in Astoria will undergo some changes and offer some new experiences for visitors to enjoy this summer, including new film screenings and updates to current exhibits. Like in years past, the Museum of Moving Image will host “See It Big: 70mm!” its annual… Read more »
Thousands turnout for Independence Day fireworks at Astoria Park
June 30, 2023 By Julia Moro Attendees at Astoria Park were left in awe as they watched the fireworks show over the East River on Thursday, June 29. The Central Astoria Local Development Coalition (LDC) Inc. hosted its early Independence Day celebration on the Astoria Park Great Lawn and Shore Boulevard between the Hell Gate… Read more »
Sushi by Boū opens modern speakeasy-inspired omakase restaurant in Astoria
Friday, June 23 By Julia Moro Sushi by Boū has officially opened its newest location offering a modern speakeasy omakase concept in Astoria at 41-17 Broadway. This is Sushi by Boū’s second location in Queens; the first is located in Bayside. The Astoria location debuts its newest Disco Sushi concept, with table service hosting up to… Read more »
Museum of Moving Image in Astoria honors Michael J. Fox with Lifetime Achievement Award
June 8, 2023 By John Schilling The Museum of Moving Image in Astoria honored actor and activist Michael J. Fox during its annual gala event, the Spring Moving Image Awards, on Tuesday, June 6. Hosted in the museum’s Sumner M. Redstone Theater, the ceremony recognized Fox’s on-screen work, as well as the success of… Read more »