Tag: Queens

Queens gang members cuffed on number of racketeering, assault charges

United States Attorney Joseph Nocella speaks about the 18th Street gang with Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz and FBI New York Assistant Director in Charge Christopher G. Raia

Jun. 16, 2025 By Emily Davenport & Lloyd Mitchell Eight alleged gang members in Queens were taken into custody on racketeering and assault charges. The defendants include Felix Bonilla Ramos (also known as “Chabelo” and “Ferras”), 36, Corona; Uriel Lopez (also known as “Tanke”), 30, Jackson Heights; Refugio Martinez (also known as “Cuco”), 32,…

Explore Murray Hill’s Koreatown with Homecoming NYC’s food crawl on June 28

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Jun. 16, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready to eat your way through Queens’ Koreatown. Homecoming NYC  and the Asian American Federation is serving up your next food adventure with its latest food crawl, this time spotlighting the flavorful streets of Murray Hill’s Koreatown in the heart of Queens. The vibrant community, home to…

Get a head start on July 4th fun at Bayside’s Fort Totten Park celebration

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Jun. 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello Bayside is getting a head start on its Independence Day celebration at Fort Totten Park on Wednesday, June 18, from 6-9 p.m., featuring an array of festive activities to get the community in the holiday spirit. The annual event, located at Totten Ave and 15th Rd., is hosted…

Outdoor bars and beer gardens to enjoy this summer in Queens

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Jun. 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello With sunsets past 8 p.m. and temperatures on the rise, now is the perfect time to grab a drink or a bite outdoors and soak in the sights and sounds of Queens. Whether you’re catching up with friends after work or planning a weekend brunch, the borough is…

Teppanyaki One opens in Sunnyside, serving bento boxes, poke bowls and more

June 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello Teppanyaki One Japanese Grill recently expanded to the Sunnyside community, offering flavorful meals, from delicious teriyaki dishes to sushi, poke bowls and other culinary delights. The eatery, located at 40-17 Queens Blvd., a space previously occupied by Arriba, officially opened in the neighborhood last month and offers an array… Read more »

OPA! Whitestone celebrates Greek culture at Holy Cross Festival

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Jun. 10, 2025 By Jessica Militello The sights, sounds, and flavors of the Mediterranean were in full swing at the annual Greek Festival hosted by Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Whitestone last weekend. From Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8, the church grounds at 11-05 150th St. were transformed into a celebration…

Bayside Food and Music Festival draws hundreds to Bell Blvd. for food, fun and performances

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Jun. 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello Bell Boulevard was buzzing with energy last weekend as the Bayside Village Business Improvement District (BID) hosted its annual Food and Music Festival on Sunday, June 8, transforming the heart of Bayside into a vibrant celebration of local culture, cuisine and talent. Stretching along Bell Blvd. from 38th…

More mobility: NYC taxis reach historic milestone as 50% of fleet now wheelchair accessible

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Jun. 5, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon The city’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) celebrated a major milestone on Thursday as half of its active NYC taxis are now wheelchair accessible. TLC Commissioner David Do made the announcement on June 5 at the agency’s inspection facility in Woodside, Queens. It follows a years-long lawsuit by…