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Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, borough’s first five-star hotel, officially opens
Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, borough’s first five-star hotel, officially opens

Sep. 16, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

A grand opening celebration was held for the first five-star hotel in Queens, the Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, located at 35-36 Leavitt St. in Flushing, on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

To mark the Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport’s opening, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held, featuring community leaders, hospitality partners and more. Some of the notable attendees of the celebration of the hotel’s opening included Queens Borough President Donovan Richards, State Senator John Liu, Council Member Sandra Ung, Queens Chamber of Commerce President Thomas Grech and more.

The 13-story building features 246 units. Available amenities include an indoor pool, a 24/7 fitness studio and more than 6,000 square feet of space dedicated to meetings and events. There is also an upscale New American restaurant, Blu Ember, which is owned and operated by Balance Hospitality Group. Pets up to 100 pounds are welcome.

Community gathers in Kew Gardens Hills to remember 9/11 with prayer, reflection and unity

Sep. 16, 2025 By Robert Pearl

As the nation marked the 24th anniversary of Sept. 11, the Jewish community of Kew Gardens Hills came together on Wednesday, Sept. 10, at Young Israel of Kew Gardens Hills for a moving memorial service that honored the lives lost and the resilience of New Yorkers. Hosted by Zev Brenner of the podcast “Talkline with Zev Brenner,” the solemn evening blended prayer, music and heartfelt words from civic leaders and neighbors.

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Long Islander facing 25 years to life in prison for allegedly killing 16-year-old girl with his SUV in Elmhurst: DA

Sep. 15, 2025 By Bill Parry

An alleged hit-and-run driver from Long Island is being held without bail for intentionally driving into four people, including a 16-year-old girl and her mother, killing the youngster, after he sexually propositioned the teen and her mom minutes earlier on Roosevelt Avenue in Elmhurst early Saturday morning, according to the Queens District Attorney’s Office.

Here are 17 places to see fall foliage in Queens

Sep. 13, 2025 By Adrienne Farr

Queens has over 295,000 mapped trees – more than any other borough – making it one of the most magical places in the fall to see leaves transform into majestic shades of orange and yellow. There’s no better way to celebrate the season than by getting outside with the family, strolling through tree-lined parks, taking a scenic hike or enjoying a picnic by a pond. Queens offers plenty of spots to soak in the beauty of autumn foliage.