Feb. 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Luminosa exhibit at the Queens Botanical Garden has been enchanting Flushing with its dazzling light displays and intricate designs since opening late last year. The exhibit, which runs through March 23, features over 40 stunning lamp creations crafted from steel and silk by 150 artisans. Visitors can…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Athena Dawson Queens Borough President Donovan Richards announced that over $24.7 million in capital funding will go to Queens schools in fiscal year 2025 (FY25). Richards announced the news during a press conference on Monday, Feb. 3, at the Queens Collegiate High School library, located at 167-01 Gothic Dr. in…
New York State Attorney General Letitia James and other political leaders are demanding action after at least two New York City-based providers of gender-affirming care halted appointments for young patients in light of the Trump administration’s executive order vowing to pull federal funding for institutions offering such care, according to media reports and elected…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud Numerous Queens community members gathered to celebrate the Lunar New Year at the annual Flushing Lunar New Year parade on Saturday, Feb. 1. Plenty of local elected officials were also hand, including Council Members Linda Lee, Sandra Ung and Vickie Paladino, Congresswoman Grace Meng, Assembly…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Construction is almost done on a 13-story hotel and residential building, the Northern Tower, at 35-32 Leavitt St. in Flushing. As of the end of January 2025, the Northern Tower has been fully clad in white and earth-toned paneling and external floor-to-ceiling glass. Glass railing for terraces also…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Bill Parry Two alleged burglars repeatedly stabbed a Flushing woman during a terrifying home invasion on Sunday evening. Police from the 109th Precinct in Flushing responded to a 911 call of an attempted robbery inside an apartment building located near the intersection of Roosevelt Avenue and Parsons Boulevard just before…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Colum Motherway For the past 30 years, Power Women has served as a significant symbol of recognition for countless influential women while also fostering valuable connections. Victoria Schneps started this journey in 1994 with just one newspaper, The Queens Courier, which she launched from her living room. Today, her visionary…
Feb. 3, 2025 By Colum Motherway This February, Queens Public Library (QPL) is inviting the public to celebrate Black History Month with an exciting lineup of over 70 events and activities. From author talks and concerts to theater performances and art exhibits, QPL is spotlighting the many facets of Black heritage and culture with…
Jan. 31, 2025 By Jessica Militello Hundreds gathered at the historic Flushing High School on Sunday, Jan. 26, to celebrate the Year of the Snake during State Senator John Liu’s annual Lunar New Year event. The festivities featured free food from local restaurants, live music, cultural performances, and giveaways, bringing together community members from…
Jan. 31, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 31, 2025 By Shane O’Brien NYC Parks will celebrate Black History Month with a series of events across Queens, featuring oyster workshops, explorations of Black pioneers in STEM, and discussions on Black history in space exploration. Educational and cultural programs honoring Black history will be held throughout February and… Read more »