Sep. 17, 2025 By Jessica Militello A Queens staple is marking yet another expansion in the city with a fourth Utopia Bagels slated to open in Midtown Manhattan at the beginning of 2026. The fourth bagel store, located at 875 Third Ave., will let New Yorkers ring in the new year with a schmear…
Sep. 16, 2025 By Jessica Militello If you’re looking for a Mediterranean escape minus the price tag for an international getaway, then try the next best thing by taking a step inside Meli Estiatorio and get whisked away to Greece, if only for a meal. The Greek restaurant, located at 98-31 Metropolitan Ave. in…
Sep. 15, 2025 By Dean Moses An allegedly unlicensed drunk driver has been charged in Queens in a wild crash on Sunday night that left a teenager and a senior wounded. According to police sources, the incident took place on Martense Avenue and 102nd Street in Corona at around 8:05 p.m. on Sept. 14.…
Sep. 14, 2025 By Dean Moses A Long Island man accused of fatally striking a teenage girl in Queens with his vehicle on Saturday morning faces murder charges for the alcohol-fueled hit-and-run, police reported. According to police sources, 38-year-old Edwin Cruz Gomez of Uniondale was not only intoxicated behind the wheel at the time…
Sep. 14, 2025 By Dean Moses Queens detectives have charged the son of a senior found stabbed to death in his home Saturday night in what police are calling a domestic killing. According to police sources, 76-year-old John Muraco was stabbed to death inside his home located on 159th Avenue and 102nd Street in…
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…
Sep. 11, 2025 By Dean Moses The man allegedly responsible for brutally murdering a senior couple in Queens and setting them ablaze on Monday was charged with a staggering 16 counts of murder and went on an unhinged rant at his perp walk on Thursday. Police sources said 42-year-old Jamel McGriff, who stayed in…
Sep. 11, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Metropolitan Avenue is the next stop on the MTA’s IBX (Interborough Express), a proposed light rail that would connect Queens to Brooklyn without going through Manhattan. The station will be located near the last stop of the existing M train line, which starts its run at 71st Street…
Sep. 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Queens County Farm Museum has a month filled with fun and unique events for guests to immerse themselves in the fall spirit. The city’s only farm has 47 acres to explore, including historical buildings, farm animals and much more. The month of September has something for everyone,…
Sep. 10, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready, Queens! A brand new MMA promotion, Blitz MMA, is launching on Sept. 27 for a night of explosive fights at Melrose Ballroom with a fight card that’s guaranteed to pack a punch. The inaugural event will take place at 36-08 33rd St. in Long Island City…