Jun. 13, 2025 By Jessica Militello College Point, bring your appetite—Restaurant Week is back with more to savor. Running from June 16 to June 30, the event showcases the neighborhood’s culinary diversity, giving diners a chance to revisit their favorite spots or discover something entirely new. A wide range of participating restaurants will offer…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Athena Dawson A joyous celebration was held at Queens Borough Hall as dozens of LGBTQ+ identifying New Yorkers gathered to celebrate Pride Month. Hosted by the office of Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr., the event, which was held on Wednesday, June 11, featured performances and powerful speakers. Celebrants donned festive…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Bill Parry A Glen Oaks senior was struck and killed by the driver of an SUV while attempting to cross Northern Boulevard in Bayside on the night of Wednesday, June 11. Police from the 111th Precinct responded to a 911 call of a pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle at…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Jimmy Robles More than 200 migrants, including individuals with no criminal records, have reportedly been deported to El Salvador’s Centro de Confinamiento del Terrorismo (CECOT), according to immigrant advocacy organizations. The reports follow growing concern from legal aid groups and community advocates who say a number of deportations are being…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Jessica Militello With temperatures rising and the official start of summer just around the corner, there’s no better time to find a pool in Queens to help you beat the heat. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing spa escape, a rooftop party spot, or a free afternoon swim in your…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Jessica Militello Bayside just added a taste of Germany to the neighborhood with the latest expansion of Döner Haus to the Queens community. The 100% Halal German-style street food eatery, located at 4004A Bell Blvd., had a special pre-grand opening event on Thursday, June 12. It will officially open its…
Jun. 13, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas is celebrating a legislative win following the passage of her Free Asthma Inhaler Bill in both chambers of the New York State Legislature. The bill, which she sponsored in the Assembly alongside State Senator Gustavo Rivera in the Senate, would require insurance companies to…
Jun. 12, 2025 By jmilitello June 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello K-culture takes center stage in LIC this weekend. Korea Fest is bringing the best of Korean food, music, and traditions back to Western Queens this Sunday, June 15, with an all-day celebration at Culture Lab LIC. The free event runs from 12 to…
Jun. 12, 2025 By Czarinna Andres June 12, 2025 By Czarinna Andres This Pride Month, the birds are out. In honor of Pride Month, the Hunters Point Parks Conservancy (HPPC) is hosting a unique event that combines nature, education and inclusivity in Long Island City’s beloved waterfront park. On Wednesday, June 25, from 6:30…
Jun. 12, 2025 By bparry June 12, 2025 By Bill Parry A Queens grand jury has indicted a Jackson Heights man and his mother for allegedly orchestrating a violent campaign of harassment and intimidation against his ex-girlfriend, who is also the mother of his young child. Brayahan Agudelo, 31, of 34th Avenue, was arraigned…