June 10, 2021 By Allie Griffin A 16-year-old boy died Monday, days after he was struck by a hit-and-run driver while riding his bike in College Point. Darwin Durazno, of Corona, was riding his bicycle on College Point Boulevard on Friday when a driver crossed onto the wrong side of the road and struck him… Read more »
June 9, 2021 By Ryan Songalia Several city council candidates who are competing against one another are cross endorsing in a new tactic brought about by rank choice voting. Nabaraj KC and Austin Shafran, both candidates running to represent District 19 in northeast Queens, announced their support Tuesday for one another as their number two… Read more »
June 9, 2021 By Ryan Songalia Locally grown artichokes, collard greens and other produce will be on shelves at a soon-to-open farm stand in front of Queens Borough Hall in Kew Gardens. The farm stand will be open each Thursday from July 1 through Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The produce is… Read more »
June 8, 2021 By Christina Santucci StreetsPAC, a political action committee (PAC) aimed at improving safety on New York City’s streets and supporting policies that promote walking, biking and transit, endorsed a slate of candidates for this month’s Primary Election. The group backed incumbent Queens Borough President Donovan Richards as its first choice for beep,… Read more »
June 8, 2021 By Allie Griffin A 24-year-old man was arrested Monday for punching a 75-year-old Asian woman in the face near LeFrak City in Corona last month. Christian Batista, who lives in Corona, allegedly punched the senior as he passed her on the sidewalk near 97th Place and 57th Avenue on May 26, police… Read more »
June 7, 2021 By Ryan Songalia A street co-naming in honor of a World War II hero was held Sunday in Whitestone. The intersection of 156th Street and Cryders Lane is now known as CPL. John McHugh Way, co-named after the Silver Star recipient who lived on the block for decades. McHugh fought in the… Read more »
June 7, 2021 By Allie Griffin The MTA Inspector General released a report last week detailing a pattern of neglect among its workers tasked with inspecting elevated subway tracks. The MTA released the results of a year-long investigation, which was launched following a series incidents in 2019 of large debris falling from the elevated subway… Read more »
June 7, 2021 By Christina Santucci The Queens Botanical Garden in Flushing will kick off its first-ever summertime movie series this weekend – and each showing will feature themed snacks and activities. The outdoor series will begin with the animated flick Zootopia on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. Subsequent screenings will feature 1980s classic Dirty Dancing,… Read more »
June 7, 2021 By Christina Santucci Several lawmakers are seeking federal funding for renovations at Elmhurst Hospital to improve care for new and expecting parents and to help fight maternal mortality. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held a press conference with U.S. Reps. Grace Meng and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez outside of the hospital Friday afternoon to advocate… Read more »
March 7, 2021 By Christina Santucci Some of the borough’s biggest names in entertainment will help celebrate the Queens Public Library’s 125th anniversary at a free virtual gala Tuesday. Actor, writer and producer Awkwafina, who is known for her hit show “Nora from Queens,” will make an appearance alongside “Shark Tank” star and FUBU clothing… Read more »