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Photos: Experience the magic of Luminosa at the Queens Botanical Garden

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Feb. 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Luminosa exhibit at the Queens Botanical Garden has been enchanting Flushing with its dazzling light displays and intricate designs since opening late last year. The exhibit, which runs through March 23, features over 40 stunning lamp creations crafted from steel and silk by 150 artisans. Visitors can…

Excavation nears completion for new 9-story commercial project in Flushing

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Jan. 31, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Excavation and pilings are nearing completion at the construction site of an upcoming 9-story commercial building at 37-18 138th St. in Flushing. As of the end of January 2025, most of the site had been excavated well below street level. The retaining walls are supported by rows of…

New York becomes first state to recognize Lunar New Year as a statewide holiday

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Jan. 30, 2025 By Jessica Militello New York State has officially become the first in the nation to recognize Lunar New Year as a statewide holiday, following the passage of landmark legislation led by Assembly Member Ron Kim at the New York State Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Kim, who previously secured the holiday’s…

Queens condo market sees mixed trends as Astoria prices soar, LIC stabilizes and Flushing declines: report

Jan. 29, 2025 By emarshall Jan. 29, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Queens’ condo market remained dynamic in 2024, with certain neighborhoods experiencing distinct market shifts in the final quarter of 2024. During the fourth quarter last year, the condo markets in the Queens neighborhoods of Astoria, Long Island City and Flushing each experienced different trends… Read more »

The Best Dumpling Spots in Flushing to Try for Lunar New Year

Jan. 28, 2025 By Jessica Militello As the celebration of Lunar New Year continues, this week is the perfect time to head to Flushing for delicious, fresh, and handmade soup dumplings. Traditionally, eating dumplings during this celebration symbolizes a year filled with hope, success, and comfort and with so many authentic dumpling houses in Flushing,… Read more »

Flushing continues lottery luck with third-prize Powerball winner Saturday

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Jan. 7, 2025 By Czarinna Andres A third-prize-winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Flushing for the Jan. 4 drawing, the New York Lottery announced Sunday. The winning ticket was purchased at Freshmart, located at 40-38 Union St. This adds to Flushing’s recent streak of lottery success, including a $256 million jackpot winner…

Flushing elementary school students receive large number of toys after big donation in lead-up to Christmas

Students at PS 24 pose with their new toys following last week's giveaway. Photo: Office of Council Member Sandra Ung.

Dec. 27, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Students at a Flushing elementary school reacted with delight after receiving new toys in the lead-up to Christmas, thanks to a collaboration between Council Member Sandra Ung and the District Council of Carpenters. Ung handed out toys to approximately 70 students from kindergarten through second grade enrolled in…

AM Nily Rozic partners with Grubhub and Selfhelp Community Services for holiday meal giveaway

2024-12-16 Assemblywoman Nily Rozic Brings Holiday Cheer to Flushing with Annual Holiday Meal Giveaway

Dec. 17, 2024 By Colum Motherway Assembly Member Nily Rozic joined forces with Grubhub and Selfhelp Community Services on Monday, Dec. 16, for her annual holiday meal giveaway. Rozic distributed 500 locally sourced meals to members of the Flushing community, including many seniors who frequent Selfhelp Rosenthal Senior Center. Selfhelp provides affordable housing, home…