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St. Pat’s for All Parade in Queens takes on political significance amid Trump policies

St. Pat's for All organizers and grand marshals march during the 2025 St. Pat's for All Parade. Photo: Ramy Mahmoud

Mar. 3, 2025 By sobrien March 3, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Thousands lined Skillman Avenue Sunday afternoon to celebrate the 26th annual St. Pat’s for All Parade in Sunnyside, with organizers stating that the 2025 parade took on increased significance following a slew of executive orders from President Donald Trump targeting DEI and the…

LIC Partnership kicks off fourth-annual Lunar New Year celebration at newly-opened Chi Chicken

Elected officials, LICP representatives and Chi Chicken owner Taro Yang (second from left) pose with ceremonial lions at launch of LIC Lunar New Year. Photo Ramy Mahmoud

Jan. 28, 2025 By sobrien Jan. 28, 2025 By Shane O’Brien  The Long Island City Partnership (LICP) launched its fourth-annual Lunar New Year business festival at the newly-opened hot pot restaurant Chi Chicken Friday, with special promotions at dozens of local businesses. The event marks the beginning of a month-long LIC Lunar New Year celebration… Read more »