COVID-19 Vaccination Site to Open at Citi Field on Wednesday, Priority for Queens Residents

Sep. 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello

There is nothing quite like witnessing the beauty of fall amongst the plants and wildlife at the Queens Botanical Garden. The 47-acre sanctuary offers a tranquil respite from the city, including an array of classes, events and workshops to learn more about nature and connect with the community. The garden has a variety of exciting events and programs to fully immerse oneself in the autumn season, from their Apples and Honey Day Festival to kids’ programs and much more. Whether you are looking to volunteer or tap into your creativity, here is a list of upcoming events.

Sep. 18, 2025 By Bill Parry

Police from the 103rd Precinct are looking for a creep who groped a woman on board a Q65 MTA bus in Jamaica Hills last month.

One of the five civilians rescued by the FDNY from a 2-alarm house fire in College Point on Friday morning was arrested later in the day for allegedly starting the blaze in his first-floor apartment.

Jonathan Mejia, 33, was arraigned in Queens Criminal Court on Tuesday, Sept. 16 on a complaint charging him with arson in the first degree, four counts of attempted murder in the second degree and other related charges.

Sep. 17, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

United States Rep. Tom Suozzi honored 12 police officers from precincts within the 3rd Congressional District, including seven from Queens precincts, for showing exemplary heroism in the line of duty during his fifth annual “Hometown Heroes” event on Friday, Sept. 12, outside the Glen Cove Police Department.

Sep. 16, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

A grand opening celebration was held for the first five-star hotel in Queens, the Westin Flushing LaGuardia Airport, located at 35-36 Leavitt St. in Flushing, on Tuesday, Sept. 9.

Sep. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson

The 109th Precinct Council honored the June and July Cops of the Month at its community council meeting on Wednesday, Sept 10. 

Sep. 15, 2025 By Taliah Gabriel

The Queens Night Market is celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, returning to Flushing Meadows Corona Park from Saturday, Sept. 13, through Saturday, Oct. 25.

Sep. 15, 2025 By Athena Dawson

A new state-of-the-art YMCA is coming to downtown Flushing. 

Sep. 12, 2025 By Bill Parry

FDNY fire marshals and the NYPD are investigating a two-alarm house fire in College Point on Friday morning that injured five residents.

Sep. 12, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

The Shops at Skyview concluded its four-week “Skyview High” event series with a commencement ceremony featuring a special appearance by K-pop sensation Kang Daniel on Saturday, Aug. 30.