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St. John’s University invites community for annual Great Lawn Summer Concert

The Richmond County Orchestra is returning to St. John's University to perform at the Great Lawn Summer Concert.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Athena Dawson St. John’s University’s free Great Lawn Summer Concert is returning on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Music lovers of all ages are invited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the university’s annual summer music program. This year, the Richmond County Orchestra (RCO) is returning to the campus to play a…

Queens bus network redesign: How riders in the ‘World’s Borough’ are faring after June launch

woman boarding a NYC bus during the day

Jul. 15, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Just two weeks into its first phase of implementation, the sweeping redesign of the Queens bus network appears to have been well received by many borough commuters.  Bus riders, transit advocates and MTA officials are reporting mostly positive feedback, with many noticing improved connectivity, reduced travel times —…

John McEnroe, Venus Williams to take part in star-studded US Open fan event

Stars of the US Open promotional poster. Photo courtesy of USTA.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A Hall of Fame roster of US Open champions, including John McEnroe and Venus Williams, will take to the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium next month as part of an exhibition event ahead of the US Open.  “Stars of the Open,” returning for the third year, will take…

Masked man snatches senior’s snacks at Woodhaven subway station: NYPD

Cops are looking for this suspect who allegedly snatched a bag from a senior as he waited for a J train in Woodhaven last month.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Bill Parry A senior man was robbed in Woodhaven while waiting for a J train by a suspect who remains at large more than three weeks later. Police from the 102nd Precinct in Richmond Hill and Transit District 20 are looking for a perpetrator who approached a 68-year-old victim as…

Permits filed for 5-story mixed-use building with 112 units in Jamaica

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Jul. 15, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 5-story mixed-use building with 112 total units at 123-12 Sutphin Blvd. in Jamaica. The proposed building would be 51 feet tall and yield 78,066 square feet of space. Residential space would account for 67,770 square feet, while community facility…

Annual Rockaway Dog Parade to raise funds for ARF-ARF this September

Rockaway Dog Parade

Jul. 15, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Pups and pet lovers are invited to put their best paw forward for the fourth annual Rockaway Dog Parade, which is set to return this September. The popular annual event will return at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 7, kicking off from the Beach 94th Stage Amphitheater on…

Tim Hollingsworth brings Michelin-Inspired dining to Belmont Park

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Jul. 15, 2025 By Jessica Militello Belmont Park Village just got a lot more delicious with the opening of Hundredfold, a new American brasserie developed in partnership with James Beard Award-winning Chef Tim Hollingsworth. The restaurant, located at 2601 Hempstead Tpke. in Elmont, joined the list of boutiques and eateries in Belmont Park Village,…