As the sports world focuses on the Belmont Stakes at Saratoga Race Course this weekend, the work on the $450 million new Belmont Park is “moving like a tremendous machine.” Just a year ago, in April 2024, Belmont Park was a shell of its former self. Heavy machinery was tearing down the more than…
Jun. 2, 2025 By QNS News Team U.S. Rep. Grace Meng paid tribute to New York’s Bravest during a recent visit to the Maspeth firehouse that houses Squad 288 and HazMat 1, meeting with firefighters and top FDNY officials to discuss ongoing support and recognize the company’s critical role in protecting Queens residents. Meng…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Bill Parry A Forest Hills man is criminally charged with animal cruelty for allegedly keeping four dozen dogs in deplorable conditions inside his cramped one-bedroom apartment at 102-45 62nd Road. Isaac Yadgarov, 37, was arraigned Monday in Queens Criminal Court on a 96-count criminal complaint charging him with animal neglect…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller Queens state Senator and former City Comptroller John Liu on Monday said he is backing Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani as his top choice in the Democratic mayoral primary despite their sharp disagreements on Israel. Liu, who represents Flushing in Albany’s upper chamber, said during a June 2 City…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 3-story residential building with six housing units on the vacant lot at 33-12 104th St. in North Corona. The proposed building would be 33 feet tall and yield 3,928 square feet of space. With an average unit scope of…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Dashiell Allen and QNS News Team Thousands filled the streets of Jackson Heights on Sunday, June 1, for the 32nd annual Queens Pride Parade and Festival, launching Pride Month in New York City with a resounding message of “defiant joy” and political urgency. Led by local elected officials, LGBTQ leaders,…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon A group of local environmental and neighborhood organizations wants to end the city’s proposed plans to overhaul and “potentially expand” the aging Brooklyn-Queens Expressway (BQE). In a letter sent on May 28 to Gov. Kathy Hochul, Mayor Eric Adams and state and city transportation leaders, the BQE Environmental…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Dancers from across New York City gathered at Salvatore LaRussa Dance Theatre’s outdoor stage on Sunday, June 1, to perform in the 2025 Queens Outdoor Dance Festival, a free community event celebrating movement, culture, and artistic expression. Hosted at LaRussa Studio at 66-85 73rd Pl.…
Jun. 2, 2025 By QNS News Team Vibez Studio in Bayside celebrated a milestone this spring as it hosted its 10th annual Autism Acceptance Zumbathon, bringing together community members, fitness enthusiasts and advocates for a night of high-energy dancing and heartfelt support. The event, held in honor of Autism Acceptance Month this past April,…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens residents seeking a new four-legged companion may find their perfect match at the upcoming Pet Adoption Fair, taking place on Saturday, June 14, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Buddy Monument Plaza in Forest Park, located at the intersection of Park Lane South and Myrtle Avenue in…