Jul. 25, 2025 By Jessica Militello Forget the bars and crowded clubs — Queens is brimming with charming cafes that keep their doors open well past sunset, offering a perfect alternative for those who want to meet up for a late-night hangout without the alcohol. From authentic Yemeni coffee houses to bakeries with outdoor…
Jul. 24, 2025 By Bill Parry Just four months after opening in the heart of Sunnyside, KORA was named the winner of the inaugural Queens’ Best Bakery competition on Wednesday. The Queens Chamber of Commerce launched the competition on June 13 and invited locals to nominate and vote for their favorite spots, with the…
Jul. 24, 2025 By Ethan Marshall and Ramy Mahmoud The CenterLight Healthcare Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) held a special Centenarian Day celebration to honor participants of this senior care program who have reached, surpassed or will soon reach 100 years of age on Thursday, July 17. CenterLight staff members, local…
Jul. 23, 2025 By Ethan Marshall City Council Member Vickie Paladino, NYC Parks Commissioner Iris Rodriguez-Rosa and other members of the Queens community gathered to celebrate the completion of two projects at Francis Lewis Park in Whitestone and Powell’s Cove Park in College Point on Tuesday, July 15. Repainting was completed for the park’s basketball courts and…
Jul. 23, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The 35th annual Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival is set to return to Flushing Meadows Corona Park next month, bringing fun and lively boat races to Meadow Lake for the largest multicultural festival in New York state. The festival, which is one of the largest dragon boat festivals…
Jul. 23, 2025 By Ethan Marshall St. John’s Episcopal Hospital announced that it has been officially redesignated as a baby-friendly hospital by Baby-Friendly USA, a nonprofit organization that serves as the accrediting body and national authority for the country’s Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative. This recognition rewards Episcopal Health Services (EHS) for its efforts in providing…
Jul. 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready for bold flavors and upscale vibes with the opening of Blu Ember just inside the newly opened Westin Flushing LaGuardia. The new restaurant, located at 137-49 Northern Blvd. in Downtown Flushing, opened at the beginning of July, bringing a blend of Asian and American flavors, from…
Jul. 22, 2025 By Shane O’Brien U.S. Rep. Grace Meng has introduced legislation that would require United States Immigration Customs and Enforcement (ICE) agents to visibly display their badge, badge number and law enforcement affiliation when carrying out arrests or questioning individuals. Meng’s legislation, introduced on July 9, seeks to amend the Immigration and…
Jul. 22, 2025 By Jessica Militello Voelker Orth Museum, located at 149-19 38th Ave. in Flushing, is bursting with vibrant activities for July and August, offering something special for everyone in the family. From Shakespearean performances under the stars, to dance workshops and more, the museum’s unique lineup is bound to enrich your summer…
Jul. 22, 2025 By Jessica Militello If You Know You Know (IYKYK) speakeasy has been hiding in plain sight since it opened at the start of the year, bringing low-key vibes and an elevated cocktail experience waiting to be discovered in the heart of Flushing. The bar and lounge, located at 35-28 Farrington St.,…