Feb. 5, 2025 By Athena Dawson Hundreds of celebrants gathered at Queens Borough Hall’s Helen Marshall Cultural Center on Thursday, Jan 30, to celebrate the Lunar New Year. Queens residents from the Asian diaspora came together to celebrate the festive holiday. Many locals donned red, a symbol of prosperity, and their traditional attire, including…
Feb. 4, 2025 By Colum Motherway Several elected officials in Queens have come together to support Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar in her bid to become NYC Public Advocate. Council Member Robert Holden, State Senator Joseph Addabbo, and Assembly Members David Weprin, Nily Rozic, and Sam Berger have all endorsed Rajkumar for Public Advocate, lauding…
Feb. 4, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Amid the busy month of February, with Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, and even snow days, it can be easy to lose track of your running schedule. During these cold winter months, the urge to stay indoors and avoid the harsh winds is strong. However, having the support of…
Feb. 4, 2025 By Colum Motherway Queen of Swords, a well-established local hair salon, celebrated the grand opening of its second location in Ridgewood on Saturday, Jan. 25. The event marked a significant milestone for the business, drawing a diverse group of attendees, including loyal clients, new neighbors, and fellow business owners. The opening…
Feb. 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello For nearly a century, Schmidt’s Candy has been a sweet cornerstone in Woodhaven, delighting generations of families with nostalgic treats and timeless charm. Since opening in 1925, the candy shop at 94-15 Jamaica Ave. has witnessed decades of memories, with parents and grandparents bringing their children in to…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Athena Dawson Queens Borough President Donovan Richards announced that over $24.7 million in capital funding will go to Queens schools in fiscal year 2025 (FY25). Richards announced the news during a press conference on Monday, Feb. 3, at the Queens Collegiate High School library, located at 167-01 Gothic Dr. in…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Several elected officials are urging the Department of Transportation to take action at a hazardous intersection near a public school in Queensboro Hill, where students report increased danger during morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal. Council Member Sandra Ung, State Sen. John Liu, and Assembly Member Nily Rozic have…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud Numerous Queens community members gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year at the annual Flushing Lunar New Year parade on Saturday, Feb. 1. Plenty of local elected officials were also hand, including Council Members Linda Lee, Sandra Ung and Vickie Paladino, Congresswoman Grace Meng, Assembly…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Construction is almost done on a 13-story hotel and residential building, the Northern Tower, at 35-32 Leavitt St. in Flushing. As of the end of January 2025, the Northern Tower has been fully clad in white and earth-toned paneling and external floor-to-ceiling glass. Glass railing for terraces also…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Colum Motherway This February, Queens Public Library (QPL) is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with an exciting lineup of over 70 events and activities. From author talks and concerts to theater performances and art exhibits, QPL is spotlighting the many facets of Black heritage and culture with…