Nov. 19, 2024 By Queens Post News Team The New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) announced the creation of the Cypress Hills Fulton Business Improvement District (BID) in Brooklyn and the expansion of the Long Island City BID in Queens, on Monday, Nov. 18. The announcement adds to the city’s current network… Read more »
Nov. 19, 2024 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Jacob A. Riis Neighborhood Settlement brought the Queens community together this past weekend for its annual Thanksgiving feast. The non-profit hosted the 17th Annual Fall Family Feast at the Riis Settlement Community Center in the Queensbridge Houses on Saturday, Nov. 16. Over 1,200 community members… Read more »
Nov. 19, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Dozens of local parents and PTA presidents joined Council Member Julie Won at the site of a planned K-8 school in Court Square Sunday to protest against the decision to delay the opening of the new school by one year until September 2028. The 547-seat school, first announced by… Read more »
Nov. 19, 2024 By Colum Motherway Elmhurst Hospital is encouraging Queens residents to apply for lung cancer screenings in a bid to increase the chances of early treatment for the disease. November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, and the hospital is reaching out to all who fit the screening criteria. Dr. Alfredo Astua, Chief of… Read more »
Nov. 18, 2024 By Bill Parry An Astoria woman suffered a broken leg after jumping from her third-story apartment to escape her son, who came at her with a knife during an argument on the night of Friday, Nov. 16. Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria responded to multiple 911 calls at around 9:15… Read more »
Nov. 18, 2024 By Bill Parry Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria are looking for three teenagers who robbed a man at knifepoint early last month and remain at large. On the night of Sunday, Sept. 1, the 30-year-old victim was inside an apartment building along the Astoria Houses waterfront in the vicinity of… Read more »
Nov. 15, 2024 By Kathryn Greene Nestled on 28th Avenue just off Steinway Street, Moroccan Bites by Siham may appear unassuming at first glance, but stepping inside reveals a delightful experience. The restaurant’s vibrant decor immediately captivates guests, with a striking mural of traditional Moroccan geometric patterns, known as tastir, set against a plush blue… Read more »
Nov. 15, 2024 By Jessica Militello Sunnyside welcomed its latest spot for relaxation and creativity last month: Melting Cups, a café, lounge, and art gallery all rolled into one. The shop, located at 43-45 40th St., is owned by Sunnyside resident Mario Nnani and embodies years of passion and preparation. Initially launching his dream as… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Bill Parry A New Jersey man died eight days after he was beaten by a mob in Woodside near a nightclub that hosted a Halloween party. Police from the 114th Precinct in Astoria responded to a 911 call reporting an assault in progress in front of an automotive service center at… Read more »
Nov. 14, 2024 By Queens Post News Team The Tibetan Community Center in Woodside will host the 9th annual Ngatso Fest, New York City’s largest indoor Himalayan festival. Scheduled for Sunday, Nov. 17, this annual celebration brings together members of the Tibetan and Himalayan communities in Queens, offering a full day of cultural immersion from… Read more »