Feb. 13, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for a 7-story mixed-use building at 28-08 21st St. in Astoria. According to the permits, the proposed development would be approximately 74 feet tall, with 17,096 square feet of residential space. A total of 25 residential units would be in the development. In addition to… Read more »
Feb. 12, 2024 By Tammy Scileppi You can’t beat handcrafted when it comes to thoughtful gift-giving. This Valentine’s Day and beyond, think heart-melting, one-of-a-kind finds for that special someone or for family and friends. Hardworking local makers put a lot of heart and soul into their artisanal products and supporting these small Queens-based businesses — which… Read more »
Feb. 9, 2024 By Seán Ó Briain Astoria-based Irish pub the Wolfhound will host a week-long Irish traditional music festival kicking off on Monday night. The Wolfhound’s annual Trad Week, which takes place between Monday, Feb. 12 and Sunday, Feb. 18, features more than 20 traditional Irish musicians, with many flying in from Ireland to… Read more »
Feb. 7, 2024 By Seán Ó Briain Sunday sees the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers go head-to-head in Super Bowl LVIII and there are a number of exciting venues in Queens to catch the big game. The Chiefs, who are attempting to win their third Super Bowl since 2020, take on the… Read more »
Feb. 5, 2024 By Bill Parry FBI agents arrested an Astoria man and a Chinese national on Thursday, Feb. 1, for engaging in a violent armed robbery at an illegal Flushing gambling parlor in July that left one man shot in the abdomen, according to federal prosecutors. Jamel Berry of Astoria and Zhong Wang of… Read more »
Feb. 2, 2024 By Tammy Scileppi While French may be the universal language of love, Queens is proving that its French cuisine is a hidden gem awaiting discovery. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, a selection of romantic and highly praised eateries across the borough are opening their doors to couples seeking a blend of… Read more »
Jan. 31, 2024 Op-ed by: Richard Khuzami The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA) is thrilled at the prospect of transforming Hallett’s Point Playground located at the westernmost tip of Queens, into a vibrant community hub, bustling with activity, laughter, and friendly competition. We propose the addition of a pickleball court, a move that aligns with the… Read more »
Jan. 29, 2024 By Bill Parry Two Astoria brothers were criminally charged Monday after an arsenal of improvised explosive devices and ghost guns, including assault rifles, were found inside their apartment directly across Vernon Boulevard from the Ravenswood Generating Station. Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced that Andre and Angelo Hatziagelis were indicted Monday on… Read more »
Jan. 26, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Musician and Astoria native Melanie Safka, best known for her hit songs “Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)” and “Brand New Key,” died Tuesday at the age of 76, her family said in a statement on Facebook. Better known by her stage name “Melanie,” she was among those who… Read more »
Jan. 24, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Signups are now open for the priority renters’ list of a 354-unit multifamily development in Astoria expected to be completed in time for residents to move in during Fall 2024. Signing up for this list allows prospective tenants to receive updates on when units will be leased and the… Read more »