Apr. 24, 2025 By Robert Pearl The energy inside the American Legion Hall Post 131 was electric as the Whitestone Republican Club hosted its latest monthly meeting, drawing a standing-room-only crowd to hear from a powerful lineup of speakers, including mayoral hopeful Curtis Sliwa. The April gathering, known for its lively patriotism and grassroots…
Apr. 24, 2025 By Colum Motherway A local advocacy group focused on cycling and street safety is taking significant steps to improve bike connectivity in Queens. Ridgewood Rides, a grassroots organization founded in 2022, has officially launched its new campaign, “Complete the Connections,” calling for an expansion and improvement of bicycle infrastructure that links…
Apr. 24, 2025 By Athena Dawson JFK Airport has opened a state-of-the-art cargo facility for the first time in over 25 years. The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey(PANYNJ), in partnership with Realterm and Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, April 23. Operated by WFS, JFK’s primary cargo handler, the 350,000-square-foot consolidated cargo…
Apr. 23, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The median asking rent for apartments in New York City went up 5.6% year-over-year in the first quarter of 2025, from $3,218 last year to $3,397 this year, according to a report by the real estate site Realtor.com. This increase among rental properties listed on Realtor.com continues the…
Apr. 23, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Ridgewood Democratic Club will welcome four candidates vying for the District 30 City Council seat on Friday, April 25, for a public debate ahead of the Democratic primaries. Starting at 7 p.m., Fr. Mike Lopez, Paul Pogozelski, Phil Wong, and Dermot Smyth will answer questions and highlight…
Apr. 23, 2025 By Athena Dawson Travelers flying to Alaska and Hawaii from John F. Kennedy International Airport can now enjoy more streamlined connections and upgraded amenities, as Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines begin relocating their operations to Terminal 8 (T8), American Airlines announced on Tuesday, April 22. The move will allow for easier…
Apr. 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello Walking just 20 minutes a day can boost your mood, memory, and overall health—but for Queens Girls Who Walk, it’s about more than steps and stamina. The Northeast Queens-based group turns a simple stroll into a powerful space for connection, community, and support among women of all ages.…
Apr. 23, 2025 By sobrien April 23, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas joined fellow lawmakers, legal experts and survivors of sexual assault on Tuesday to call for the passage of the Speak Your Truth Act, legislation aimed at protecting survivors who speak publicly about abuse from retaliatory defamation lawsuits. At a…
Apr. 23, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Flushing is getting a little sweeter — and a whole lot pinker. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, a popular mobile pop-up known for its signature pink aesthetic and themed desserts, will make its only New York City appearance in Flushing on Saturday, May 3, as part of its…
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…