Mar. 27, 2025 By Taliah Gabriel Queens is home to a large number of Black-owned establishments spanning various industries, from cuisine and fashion to music and art. These businesses not only contribute to the borough’s economic growth but also reflect the resilience and creativity of Black entrepreneurs. Many of these establishments draw on the…
Mar. 25, 2025 By Colum Motherway FourLeaf Credit Union proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new branch located at 71-27 Austin St. in Forest Hills on Friday, March 21. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked a significant milestone for the credit union, which is committed to providing exceptional financial services to its growing membership base.…
Mar. 24, 2025 By Jessica Militello Say it loud, say it proud: Queens is the world’s borough—and now it has the sign to prove it. A colorful new sculpture honoring Queens’ diversity was unveiled on Saturday, March 22, at MacDonald Park on Queens Boulevard in Forest Hills, drawing more than 150 attendees, including elected…
Feb. 18, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The long-vacant Parkway Hospital site in Forest Hills is set to undergo a major environmental cleanup as part of its planned transformation into a mixed-use development featuring senior affordable housing, family units, and community space. Applications have been filed to enroll the property at 70-35 113th St. into…
Feb. 5, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Girl Scouts of Greater New York kicked off another successful cookie-selling season last month, featuring popular favorites like Thin Mints and Samoas. While buying a box of cookies is often associated with enjoying a delicious treat and discovering new flavors, it also supports the organization’s larger mission…
Feb. 4, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Kweller Prep, a well-regarded tutoring service in Forest Hills, welcomed students, families, and local elected officials over the weekend to celebrate the Lunar New Year. The event, held at their location on 108-22 Queens Blvd., brought the community together to celebrate the Year of the Snake, a symbol…
Jan. 31, 2025 By Colum Motherway Council Member Lynn Schulman made a special guest appearance at the Richmond Hill Block Association’s (RHBA) monthly meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, where she delivered a speech outlining key updates for the district and presented the association with a certificate of recognition for its exceptional community service. Schulman,…
Jan. 29, 2025 By Athena Dawson MTA officials held the final public hearing for the Queens Bus Network Design on Wednesday, Jan 22. The virtual town hall hearing covered an overview of the Proposed Final Plan Addendum and frequently asked questions by bus customers and other stakeholders. MTA officials, including Lucille K. Songhai, assistant…
Dec. 26, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Healthcare workers at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Hospital (LIJ Forest Hills) brought the spirit of the holiday season to local families in need. LIJ Forest Hills held a gift handoff on Thursday, Dec. 19, through its annual Adopt-A-Family program. This year, Santa joined hospital staff for the…
Dec. 9, 2024 By Bill Parry Police from the 112th Precinct in Forest Hills are looking for a burglar who groped a 14-year-old girl in her own home on the afternoon of Saturday, Dec. 7. The victim was entering her residence in the vicinity of 66th Road and Yellowstone Boulevard just before 5 p.m.…