Jan. 11, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A $1 million-winning ticket for Wednesday’s Powerball was sold in Woodside, according to the New York Lottery. The ticket was sold at the Shriji Corporation convenience store, located at 59-39 Queens Blvd. The winning numbers for the Powerball were announced at 10:59 p.m. that evening.
Jan. 10, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens is poised to be the epicenter of New York City’s real estate resurgence in 2024, according to a report by the real estate firm Street Easy. The report, titled 10 NYC Neighborhoods to Watch in 2024, said that trendy sub-neighborhoods within Queens will be stealing much of the spotlight, noting that in 2023 many renters and potential buyers flocked to the borough in search of more affordable housing options. While Queens is expected to shine, the report also indicates that Manhattan may regain popularity among renters this year as rental prices begin to…
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Jan. 9, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Seven affordable housing units—all 2-bedroom apartments—are up for grabs in a Long Island City development with monthly rents starting at $3,835. The units, located at 37-25 32nd St., are part of a 6-story, 15-unit development. The city has recently opened a lottery for the affordable units. The affordable units… Read more »
Jan. 9, 2024 By Ben Brachfeld A person leapt to their death in front of a 7- train in Jackson Heights early Tuesday causing morning rush hour delays, the MTA reported. Police said an unidentified individual was observed jumping in front of a 7 train at the station at the 69th Street station in Jackson… Read more »
Jan. 6, 2024 By Amanda Salazar New year, fresh start. Now is a great time to start trying out new ways to keep yourself on track and focused on your work. Whether you’re a student, have a full-time job or are somewhere in between, these nine productivity apps can help you stay organized and get… Read more »
Jan. 5, 2024 By Bill Parry Sunnyside residents who were displaced by a massive five-alarm inferno that destroyed their apartment complex just days before Christmas, had their misery compounded Thursday when they were given just a three-hour window to remove their belongings from the burned-out apartments so repairs could begin. The tenants had been notified… Read more »
Jan. 5, 2024 By Bill Parry
A 44-year-old woman fell victim to a pickpocket in broad daylight along a bustling stretch of Main Street in Flushing late last month.
Jan. 5, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Plans were unveiled Thursday for an 8-story, two building development in Astoria. The development, known as Fabric Astoria, will have 99 units spread across two sites–22-54 46th St. and 22-51 45th St. The 45th Street building will consist of 64 rental units. The 46th Street building will comprise of 35… Read more »
Jan. 5 2024 By Czarinna Andres Students at P.S.110Q-The Tiffany School in Corona were greeted with smiles and excitement during Council Member Francisco Moya’s Three Kings Day toy distribution event. Moya, in collaboration with the Carpenter Contractor Alliance of Metropolitan New York (Local 45), distributed over 100 toys to children on the morning of Thursday,… Read more »
Jan. 4, 2024 By Rachel Butler A walk for seniors to highlight potential traffic dangers—as well as measures that have been put in place to make streets safer—will be taking place this Friday, Jan.5 in Jackson Heights. The event, called Senior Walks and Traffic Talks, will begin at the NYPD 115th precinct stationhouse, located at… Read more »