Jun. 19, 2025 By Jessica Militello Citi Field will celebrate the contributions of women in sports, culture, and beyond with its annual Women’s Night on Monday, June 23, as the New York Mets take on the Atlanta Braves. First pitch is scheduled for 7:10 p.m. at 41 Seaver Way, with a full evening of…
Jun. 18, 2025 By Bill Parry Flushing resident Dao Yin was arrested on Friday the 13th and charged with wire fraud in Brooklyn federal court for allegedly stealing more than $160,000 in campaign matching funds from New York State taxpayers during his failed attempt as a Democratic candidate for the New York State Assembly…
Jun. 17, 2025 By Athena Dawson Jazz lovers of all ages can celebrate the start of this year’s Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series this week. The free concert series is back in full swing, with its inaugural performance on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at Astoria Park, located at 19 St. bet. Astoria…
Jun. 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) is offering summer programs for kids to develop their green thumbs while having fun in nature. The garden, located at 43-50 Main St., in Flushing, is hosting garden programs for ages 2-14 to allow children to immerse themselves in nature, learn something new,…
Jun. 2, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Permits have been filed for the construction of a 3-story residential building with six housing units on the vacant lot at 33-12 104th St. in North Corona. The proposed building would be 33 feet tall and yield 3,928 square feet of space. With an average unit scope of…
May. 21, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Sign up for our weekly email newsletter to stay updated on the latest housing lotteries in New York City. New York City has launched a housing lottery for 16 units in an 8-story residential building located at 35-15 146th St. between Northern Boulevard and 35th Avenue in Flushing. The building…
May. 20, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The former site of a CVS at 172-21 46th Ave. in Flushing was recently sold by the real estate firm RIPCO Real Estate for $7.5 million. Situated on a lot that is 24,032 square feet, the site features a ground floor covering 8,879 square feet and a lower…
May. 20, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Council Member Sandra Ung has announced a new partnership with the New York Legal Assistance Group (NYLAG) to provide free, accessible legal services to residents of District 20. The initiative includes a public workshop and multiple visits from NYLAG’s Mobile Legal Help Center. As part of the launch,…
Apr. 1, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Council Member Sandra Ung announced that the Mammogram Bus will visit Flushing this month, offering free breast cancer screenings to women in need. The event is a collaboration between the American-Italian Cancer Foundation and the Flushing Central Lions Club. The Mammogram Bus, which provides no-cost breast cancer screenings…
Mar. 31, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Holy Cross High School in Flushing unveiled a sneak peek of its new Arts, Technology, and Athletics Center (ATAC) on Thursday, March 27. The unveiling marks a significant step in the school’s long-awaited expansion and the first new building constructed at the school since its…