Sep. 30, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Tap water may taste a bit different in the coming months amid the start of repairs on the city’s water supply system, officials announced at the Queens Museum in Corona on Monday. Situated underneath the Hudson River upstate, the Delaware Aqueduct serves as the main water delivery system…
Sep. 30, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Elected officials and city department heads gathered in College Point on Wednesday to celebrate the completion of a $139 million sewer project that addressed longstanding flooding in the community. The infamous project covered 100 blocks, upgrading over eight miles of sewers and six miles of water mains to…
Sep. 27, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_81586" align="aligncenter" width="700"] NYC Sheriff Anthony Miranda angrily denies his Long Island City offices were searched as part of a probe by the city’s Department of Investigations. Photo by Todd Maisel[/caption]
Sept. 27, 2024 By Bill Parry
Sep. 27, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Queens College has appointed John J. Chin as interim dean of the Asian American/Asian Research Institute, a CUNY-wide institute that aims to facilitate and disseminate research and other education materials relevant to Asia, Asian America and other Asian diasporas. Chin comes to Queens College from Hunter College, where…
Sep. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens Center Mall in Elmhurst has announced the addition of five major retailers as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance its offerings for shoppers. Recent openings include Warby Parker, Gap and KIKO Milano, with Primark and H&M slated to open by the end of the year. The…
Sep. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Sept. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres New York City Harley-Davidson, a longstanding dealership in Long Island City, will permanently close its doors on Saturday, Sept. 28, according to an announcement by owner Paul Veracka. The business, located at 42-11 Northern Blvd., cited current economic conditions and limited real estate… Read more »
Sep. 27, 2024 By sobrien Sept. 27, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Food lovers, mark your calendars. The Taste of Sunnyside returns for its 14th annual event on Sunday, Oct. 13. This festival, organized by the Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District (BID), will feature over 60 local businesses offering diverse flavors from around the world. “Attendees… Read more »
Sep. 27, 2024 By Bill Parry Three Cambria Heights men were indicted by a Queens grand jury for a violent home invasion, burglary and kidnapping in Douglaston during the early morning hours of Saturday, Aug. 17. Jone Smith, 47, and brothers Ryan and Brandon Dash, 39 and 34, respectively, were arraigned in Queens Supreme…
Sep. 26, 2024 Czarinna Andres and Ramy Mahmoud The AsianInNY 2024 New York Fashion Show brought an infusion of creativity and international talent to Flushing on Sunday, Sept. 22, showcasing the works of acclaimed designers and performers. The event took place at the newly renovated Taipei Economic and Cultural Office Culture Center, located at…
Sep. 26, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Leaders from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) visited a Flushing-based glass processing company last week to discuss their ongoing partnership and celebrate a recent expansion spurred by a state economic development program. While Tempco Glass Fabrication does not create glass, it is a one-stop shop for glass…