Jul. 7, 2025 By Athena Dawson Nearly 100 people gathered on the steps of Queens Supreme Court to celebrate the legacy of a remarkable court officer. Court officers dressed in full uniform, along with court clerks, judges, family members, and friends, gathered in front of the courthouse, located at 88-11 Sutphin Blvd., for Major…
Jul. 7, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Elected officials across Queens have criticized the Trump Administration and Republican lawmakers for passing the “One Big Beautiful Bill” last week, stating that the federal budget bill will have “dangerous and rippling effects” across New York City and State. President Donald Trump signed the bill into law on…
Jul. 7, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller Mayor Eric Adams on Monday urged former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who just suffered a crushing defeat at the hands of Democratic nominee Zohran Mamdani in the mayoral primary, to drop out of the general election in order to give him a better shot at overtaking the democratic socialist…
Jul. 7, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Residents, veterans and community leaders gathered at Maspeth Memorial Park on Wednesday, July 2, for an early Independence Day celebration featuring a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. The event, held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., was part of an annual tradition…
Jul. 7, 2025 By QNS News Team Italian Night brought the 44th annual Gregorian Festival to a celebratory close on Friday, June 28, as families gathered at St. Gregory the Great Catholic Academy in Bellerose to enjoy live entertainment, traditional Italian cuisine, and a festive atmosphere rooted in multigenerational tradition. Held June 20 through…
Jul. 7, 2025 By QNS News Team Hundreds of Queens residents gathered at Fort Totten Park in Bayside on Wednesday, June 18, to celebrate its 8th Annual Independence Day Celebration. The event, hosted by Council Member Vickie Paladino in partnership with the Queens Chamber of Commerce, Bayside Historical Society, NYC Parks, and Fireworks by…
Jul. 7, 2025 By Robert Pozarycki and QNS News Team Detectives in South Jamaica are investigating a gruesome stabbing that happened early Saturday morning, which left one man dead and two others seriously injured. According to police, the triple stabbing occurred just before 2 a.m. on July 5, near the corner of Sutphin Boulevard…
Jul. 7, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Mayor Eric Adams hosted his 41st “Community Conversation” at P.S. 46 in Bayside on Wednesday evening, meeting with residents to discuss a wide range of local and citywide concerns, including housing, education, public safety, mental health, and small property ownership. The event, held at The Alley Pond School,…
Jul. 6, 2025 By Demetrius Crichlow One week into Phase 1 of the Queens Bus Network Redesign, it’s going very smoothly — and that’s due to effective planning and a massive communication effort. Thanks go to hundreds of volunteer ambassadors, mostly MTA employees, who are taking time from their regular roles to help educate…
Jul. 3, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin As the summer heat rises, so does the thrill of racing beneath the sun. There’s no better way to connect with the running community than by taking on races that test your endurance amid soaring temperatures. Cool down with a frozen treat at the NYCRUNS Queens Ice Cream…