Sep. 7, 2023 By Ethan Marshall With the work week wrapping up, it’s once again time to take a look at some of the events going on throughout Queens this weekend. There’s no shortage of activities, including music, comedy, community projects and more. Here are some things to do this weekend in Queens. Friday, Sept….
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Bill Parry A Laurelton man was sentenced in Queens Supreme Court on Sept. 7 to seven years in prison for stabbing a motorist in a dispute over a parking space in 2021. Anthony Thomas, 60, of Mentone Avenue, had previously pleaded guilty to assault in the first degree on May 10,…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Bill Parry While the 9/11 Memorial & Museum was testing its annual “Tribute in Light” to honor all those who lost their lives during the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center, Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato was reaching out to principals across her district to remind them of a…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Anthony Medina Neighborhoods encompassing Queens South are experiencing a decrease in five major crime categories that were once cause for concern years prior, but still have some problem areas that need attention, according to Chief Kevin Williams, the commanding officer of Patrol Borough Queens South. During the 102nd Precinct Community Council…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed The Charles B. Wang Community Health Center (CBWCHC) in Flushing announced on Sept. 5 the appointment of Dr. Hyoseong Nuna Kim as its next chief medical officer. In this role, Kim will lead the continued expansion of clinical services for underserved communities. “I am honored to step into my…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Ethan Marshall Thursday marked the return to school for students across Queens after the summer break. In the lead-up to the Sept. 7 return, leaders across the borough have been giving away backpacks and school supplies to students and families in need. According to New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Bill Parry A father who was trying to defend his son in North Corona early Saturday morning became a victim when he was slashed across the face by one of his boy’s attackers, according to the NYPD. The man tried to break up a fight between his son and his two assailants in front of 108-43 38th Ave. just before 2 a.m. on Sept. 2, when one of the thugs pulled out a pocket knife and slashed the victim in his face, according to an NYPD spokesman. The two men ran off in an unknown direction….
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed This month, Flushing Town Hall is continuing its popular Louis Armstrong Legacy Monthly Jazz Jam and Mini Global Mashup-up series, and is offering a free public painting workshop and screenings throughout the month of September. Wednesday, Sept. 13, 7 p.m. Louis Armstrong Legacy Monthly Jazz Jam In-person tickets: $10…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan Tom Hom wanted a job where he could bring his dog to work everyday, so he opened Annie’s Social, a dog cafe in Bayside. Following two decades in the corporate world, he decided to take the leap and start a small business. The solo endeavor was inspired by Annie,…
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Sep. 7, 2023 By Bill Parry A residential street in the Rockaways is the first in the city to be redesigned with groundbreaking infrastructure methods to absorb stormwater and reduce tidal flooding from Jamaica Bay. The city’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) announced on Sept. 6 that construction on a $1.2 million project that transformed…
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