Sep. 3, 2024 By Athena Dawson Local elected officials are pushing back against the DOT’s e-scooter program’s expansion into northeastern Queens. Council Members James F. Gennaro(D24) and Sandra Ung (D20) are calling for the end of the program in their respective districts. The program, which expanded to northeastern Queens neighborhoods this summer as part…
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Good Samaritan beaten, robbed at 82nd Street 7 train station in Jackson Heights while helping fellow rider: NYPD
Sep. 3, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_63648" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Cops are looking for two suspects who punched out and robbed a good Samaritan who tried to help a fellow 7 train rider who was getting assaulted at the 82nd Street subway station. Photo by Queens Post[/caption]
Sept. 3, 2024 By Bill Parry
Eighth annual Sunnyside Post Mile returns this October, sign up now for early bird discounts
Sep. 3, 2024 By sobrien Sept. 3, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The much-anticipated annual Sunnyside Post Mile will return this October with another Halloween-themed event. The event, which raises funds for Sunnyside Community Services, will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, with children’s dash events taking place along Skillman Avenue from 10:45… Read more »
Rooftop lounge opens in College Point, introducing skyline views and nightlife to the neighborhood
Sep. 3, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Queens now has a new and unexpected destination for rooftop drinks with skyline views—Cityview Rooftop Lounge in College Point. It officially opened to the public on Thursday afternoon, marking the end of a successful soft opening over the summer. The owners and locals celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony…
Annual Prom at St. Mary’s gives young patients joyful milestone
Sep. 3, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Young adult patients in a day program at St. Mary’s Hospital for Children in Bayside participated in the facility’s second annual Prom on Wednesday, Aug. 28th. Like a typical Prom, the event featured a DJ, dancing and a photo booth enjoyed by dozens of patients dressed up for…
Suspect dies after crash during police chase following alleged abduction, sexual assault of 9-year-old girl in Queens Village
Aug. 30, 2024 By Dean Moses A Queens kidnapping suspect is dead Friday, one day after he allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted a young child when he crashed his vehicle in an attempt to evade police, NYPD brass said. According to NYPD Assistant Chief of Detectives Jason Savino, cops were sparing no expense hunting…
Urgent manhunt underway for suspect who sexually assaulted a young girl after abducting her from a Queens Village supermarket: NYPD
Aug. 30, 2024 By Bill Parry A manhunt is underway in southeast Queens for a sexual predator who allegedly kidnapped a 9-year-old girl at a Queens Village supermarket while she was grocery shopping with her grandmother on Thursday evening. The abduction occurred inside the Key Food at 213-22 Jamaica Ave. just after 7:20 p.m.,…
Man knocked unconscious in Corona by robbers who stole cash and the shoes off his feet: NYPD
Aug. 29, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_79833" align="aligncenter" width="680"] Cops are still looking for these suspects who allegedly assaulted a man on Junction Blvd. in Corona, knocked him unconscious and stole his cash and sneakers more than a month ago. NYPD[/caption]
Aug. 29, 2024 By Bill Parry
Queens steals the spotlight with authentic flavors during NYC Restaurant Week
Aug. 29, 2024 By Angelica Vivas New York City is famous for its diverse cuisine, and some of the best bites can be found right here in Queens, where a quick train ride opens the door to a world of authentic and exciting dining experiences. Queens showcased 25 local eateries among the 400 participants…
US tennis legend Lindsay Davenport honored at City Parks’ annual tennis benefit
Aug. 29, 2024 By Shane O’Brien City Parks Foundation, a non-profit offering free youth programs in public parks throughout the five boroughs, honored three-time grand slam winner Lindsay Davenport at its Annual Tennis Benefit at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on Tuesday, Aug. 27. The non-profit also honored humanitarian and philanthropist Jean…