Apr. 23, 2025 By Colum Motherway

A free community concert spotlighting the vibrant voices of living American composers will be held in Forest Hills on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m., presented by Quintet of the Americas, Queens’ acclaimed woodwind ensemble. The performance, titled “Living American Composers,” will take place at The Church-in-the-Gardens, located at 50 Ascan Ave.

Apr. 23, 2025 By Colum Motherway

Residents of South Richmond Hill are in for a treat as Dunkin’ announces the grand reopening of its newly remodeled restaurant located at 121-17 Liberty Ave.

Apr. 23, 2025 By Czarinna Andres and Lloyd Mitchell

Apr. 22, 2025 By Lloyd Mitchell and Barbara Russo-Lennon

Dozens of New Yorkers, including members of the NYPD and their families, gathered in Rosedale on Tuesday to remember a brave officer who made the ultimate sacrifice for his community last year. 

Apr. 22, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

The New York Mets and lifestyle and apparel brand New York or Nowhere (NYON) announced the launch of their co-branded collection of Mets apparel, in partnership with New Era Cap and Major League Baseball.

Apr. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway

After a three-day strike that disrupted beverage distribution across the New York metropolitan area, unionized beer delivery drivers and warehouse workers at Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors (MBBD) — including those from Ridgewood — have emerged victorious, securing a new union contract with improved pension benefits.

Apr. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway

For Michael Raphael, comic books aren’t just a hobby but a lifelong love story. He reads them, collects them, restores them, talks about them, and now, he’s giving them away.

Apr. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres

More frequent and reliable bus service is coming to Queens this summer as part of a broader push by Governor Kathy Hochul and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to improve transit access in the outer boroughs.

Apr. 22, 2025 By Jessica Militello

Artists, creatives, and leaders from New York City’s cultural institutions gathered on Monday, April 21, to launch the fourth annual Queens Rising, a month-long celebration spotlighting the borough’s thriving arts scene and the diversity that defines it.

Apr. 21, 2025 By Athena Dawson

Two Queens natives came together at one of New York City’s most iconic restaurants this April to celebrate Autism Acceptance Month through the power of music and inclusion.

Apr. 21, 2025 By Shane O’Brien

Mayor Eric Adams signed a package of bills Thursday aimed at tackling New York City’s long-standing “scaffolding shed epidemic.”

Apr. 21, 2025 By Colum Motherway

Just weeks after launching strict enforcement of New York City’s mandatory composting program, the Adams administration has abruptly suspended most fines, signaling a major policy shift from penalties to education and outreach.

Apr. 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello

The Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) is celebrating Earth Day with its annual Climate Arts Festival on Saturday, April 26.

Apr. 18, 2025 By Colum Motherway

Little Caesars marked the grand opening of its newest location at 61-19 Fresh Pond Road in Middle Village with a festive celebration that drew a massive crowd of pizza lovers and community members alike. 

A Jamaica Hills man, who was dubbed “The Ghostface Rapist” after he allegedly sexually assaulted a woman at knifepoint, is being held without bail after he was hauled before a judge on Thursday.

Rody Morales Cu, 20, of 165th Street, was arraigned in Queens Criminal Court on a complaint charging him with rape in the first degree and sexual abuse in the first degree.

Apr. 18, 2025 By Op-Ed

Apr. 18, 2025 By Athena Dawson

Apr. 18, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

Grand larcenies maintained a significant downward trend across all of Queens and murders and rapes had substantial declines in southern Queens during the 28-day period ending on April 6, compared to the same period of time the previous year, according to the NYPD.

Apr. 18, 2025 By Athena Dawson

An annual celebration of urban life and culture is returning to New York City. 

Apr. 18, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

The cost of rent for apartments in Queens continued to trend upwards year-over-year in March 2025, according to a report by the real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. Studios, one-bedroom units and two-bedroom units all experienced price increases over this period of time.

Apr. 17, 2025 By Athena Dawson

Cook cited Levine’s experience and problem-solving skills as a reason for her vote of confidence. “Mark is the clear choice to be our City’s next comptroller, and I am proud to back him today and every day. He has the experience and creative problem-solving skills to tackle some of our city’s most pressing issues while protecting New Yorkers from the dangers of Trump and the federal government,”  she shared in a statement. 

Apr. 17, 2025 By Ethan Marshall

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Apr. 17, 2025 By Dr. Ifeanyi Oguagha

As physicians of color at Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center (JPAFHC), we regularly witness how representation in healthcare can save lives. Our patients – who, like us, are predominantly people of color – walk through our doors not only with medical concerns but also often carrying the weight of generations of inequities that have shaped their health outcomes.

Apr. 17, 2025 By Jessica Militello

The wait is almost over—your favorite foodie festival is back.

Apr. 17, 2025 By Czarinna Andres

The City University of New York (CUNY) has officially appointed Claudia Schrader as the eighth president of York College, cementing the interim role she has held since January 2024. The CUNY Board of Trustees approved her appointment on April 15, with the post becoming effective May 1.​