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Queens World Film Festival to screen over 150 films in Astoria this month 

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The Queens World Film Festival is returning for its 13th year this month with a roster of 152 independent films representing 19 nations and dozens of filmmakers from the five boroughs.  Over the course of 11 days, the films will be screened together in unique thematic blocs that serve…
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World’s largest Peace Torch relay set to occur in Jamaica Apr. 11

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Athena Dawson The Sri Chinmoy Oneness-Home Peace Run, is set to arrive in Jamaica next week. Hailed as the largest peace torch relay in history, the event will mark the commencement of its extensive four-month journey across North America. The Peace Run involves participants from various countries passing a flaming torch…
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DJ Tiësto set to electrify Forest Hills Stadium in October

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Czarinna Andres The Godfather of EDM (Electronic Dance Music) is coming to Queens. Dutch DJ and producer Tiësto is scheduled for a live performance on Oct. 25, at the iconic Forest Hills Stadium. The announcement has sent waves of excitement throughout the Tri-State area, as fans of EDM anticipate the opportunity…
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Most expensive rental in Queens leased at $11,200 a month

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A Little Neck mansion at 53-27 254th St. has become the most expensive rental in Queens, with a monthly lease of $11,200. This Mediterranean style single-family home is more than 9,184 total square feet. Originally built in 2004, this property was once owned by New York Mets legend and…
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Local nonprofit to host free tree giveaway event starting Apr. 13

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Athena Dawson Starting Saturday, Apr. 13, the New York Restoration Project (NYRP) is launching a free tree giveaway as part of their Earth Month Initiative. Nature enthusiasts are invited to register for a chance to bring home their very own tree, at no cost. In collaboration with local elected officials and…
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Ridgewood property owners reject ‘City of Yes’ plan after presentation from urban planner

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Anthony Medina A resounding NO for the “City of Yes” echoed throughout the halls of the Ridgewood Presbyterian Church during a Ridgewood property owners meeting early last month, as urban planner Paul Graziano presented his argument against Mayor Eric Adams’ initiative. The Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Association, comprised of dozens…
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Licensed cannabis dispensary owners unite to push for local crackdown on unlicensed weed shops

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Anthony Medina A coalition of legal and licensed cannabis dispensary owners have come together to urge New York State officials to take swift legislative action against unlicensed weed shops. The dispensary owners have joined forces and penned a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul, State Sen. Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins and Assembly…
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