Aug. 14, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens Assemblymember Sam Berger has secured $300,000 in state funding for the Queens Borough Safety Patrol (QBSP) Shmira, a non-profit, community-based emergency services group dedicated to enhancing public safety in Queens. The announcement was made last week outside QBSP Shmira’s Kew Gardens Hills office on Main Street, where…
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Average rental price in Queens continues upward trend in July 2024: report
Aug. 14, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The average rental price for all units in Queens rose 6.76% year-over-year in July 2024, according to a report by the real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. This jump continues an upward trend seen in the previous month. The overall average rental price in Queens jumped from $2,734…
Permits filed for 14-story community facility in Flushing
Aug. 13, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 14-story community facility between Union Street and Bowne Street in Flushing. The proposed development, located at 138-30 Northern Blvd., would be 182 feet tall and yield 65,387 square feet if built. This building would be designated for community facility…
Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day returns to US Open Fan Week with all-star lineup and fan-favorites Aug. 24
Aug. 13, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) has announced that tennis stars Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek, along with fan-favorite YouTube sensation Dude Perfect, will headline the upcoming Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day on Saturday, Aug. 24. Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day, an anchor event during Fan Week, is the world’s largest…
Mets introduce new loyalty program designed to reward fans
Aug. 12, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The New York Mets announced the launch of Mets Connect, the team’s first-ever loyalty program, on Monday, Aug. 12. Mets Connect is designed to provide fans with unique offerings and experiences throughout the remainder of the 2024 season. It is meant to help bring them closer to the…
New lease signings in northwest Queens reaches record high in July 2024: report
Aug. 12, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Northwest Queens experienced a record number of new lease signings in July 2024, according to a report by the real estate firm Douglas Elliman Real Estate. The 945 new lease signings in July 2024 were the highest ever recorded. This represents a significant year-over-year increase, up 419.2% from…
Queens Borough President hosts hearing on City of Yes For Housing Opportunity: Residents voice support and opposition for rezoning proposal
Aug. 12, 2024 By Athena Dawson Dozens of residents testified in person and on Zoom for a City of Yes for Housing hearing chaired by Queens Borough President Donovan Richards on Thursday, Aug. 8. Residents headed to the second floor of Queens Borough Hall in Kew Gardens to voice their varying opinions on the …
USTA unveils ‘Be Open’ campaign for 2024 US Open, celebrating diversity and equality
Aug. 9, 2024 By Shane O’Brien The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has announced the line-up of its “Be Open” campaign, which aims to promote progress, positivity and equality at the upcoming US Open at Flushing Meadows. The campaign, which takes place throughout Fan Week, gives tennis fans an opportunity to participate in numerous…
Last-chance summer escapes: 8 perfect day trips from Queens
Aug. 9, 2024 By Jessica Militello If you are looking at the calendar and starting to fret at the fact that summer’s starting to wind down, then now is the time to set up a fun day trip to enjoy the warm weather and longer nights all you can. There are plenty of places…
Three men sought in bloody Corona attack that left five victims with stab wounds: NYPD
Aug. 9, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_78599" align="alignnone" width="680"] Cops are looking for these suspects, who allegedly stabbed five men during a bloody attack in Corona on the night of Saturday, Aug. 3. Photos courtesy of the NYPD[/caption]
Aug. 9, 2024 By Bill Parry