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Whitestone car show at St. Mel’s Church to raise funds in honor of late parishioner

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Jun. 3, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready to put the pedal to the metal at the 2nd Annual Charity Car Show in Whitestone on Saturday, June 7, hosted by St. Mel’s Church and the St. Mel’s Men’s Club. The event at 26-15 154th St. provides an afternoon of family-friendly activities starting at 10 a.m.…

Forest Hills man faces up to a year in jail for hoarding 48 dogs in one-bedroom apartment: DA

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Bill Parry A Forest Hills man is criminally charged with animal cruelty for allegedly keeping four dozen dogs in deplorable conditions inside his cramped one-bedroom apartment at 102-45 62nd Road. Isaac Yadgarov, 37, was arraigned Monday in Queens Criminal Court on a 96-count criminal complaint charging him with animal neglect…

Osteria Brooklyn in Long Island City offers skyline views and seasonal Italian fare

Jun. 2, 2025 By jmilitello June 2, 2025 By Jessica Militello As longer days and warm summer nights set the stage, there’s no better time to savor authentic Italian cuisine paired with sweeping waterfront views in Long Island City. Since expanding to Queens in December 2023, Osteria Brooklyn @ LIC, located at 1-50 50th…

AANHPI Heritage Month celebration honors Queens’ diversity at Woodside school

Jun. 2, 2025 By Czarinna Andres June 2, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and Queens Post News Team A celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month brought dozens of community members, elected officials and advocates to P.S. 12 James B. Colgate in Woodside on Saturday, May 31, to recognize the…

Plans filed for new six-unit residential building in North Corona

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 3-story residential building with six housing units on the vacant lot at 33-12 104th St. in North Corona. The proposed building would be 33 feet tall and yield 3,928 square feet of space. With an average unit scope of…

Queens Pride parade kicks off Pride Month with ‘defiant joy’ in Jackson Heights

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Dashiell Allen and QNS News Team Thousands filled the streets of Jackson Heights on Sunday, June 1, for the 32nd annual Queens Pride Parade and Festival, launching Pride Month in New York City with a resounding message of “defiant joy” and political urgency. Led by local elected officials, LGBTQ leaders,…

Vibez Studio marks 10th annual Autism Acceptance Zumbathon in Bayside

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Jun. 2, 2025 By QNS News Team Vibez Studio in Bayside celebrated a milestone this spring as it hosted its 10th annual Autism Acceptance Zumbathon, bringing together community members, fitness enthusiasts and advocates for a night of high-energy dancing and heartfelt support. The event, held in honor of Autism Acceptance Month this past April,…

Give a loving home: Pet Adoption Fair returns to Forest Park on June 14

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens residents seeking a new four-legged companion may find their perfect match at the upcoming Pet Adoption Fair, taking place on Saturday, June 14, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Buddy Monument Plaza in Forest Park, located at the intersection of Park Lane South and Myrtle Avenue in…

State legislature passes Addabbo bill requiring 45-day notice for utility rate hikes

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Colum Motherway The New York State Legislature has approved a bill introduced by State Senator Joseph Addabbo that aims to boost transparency for utility customers across the state. The legislation, S.1194-B, would require utility companies to provide a minimum of 45 days’ notice before imposing any rate or service charge…

Flushing Army veteran inducted into New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Czarinna Andres U.S. Army veteran and Flushing native Aaron Yi was formally inducted into the New York State Senate Veterans Hall of Fame on Wednesday, May 28, by State Senator John Liu, honoring his distinguished record of military and community service. Established in 2005, the Senate Veterans Hall of Fame…