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Midway Theatre screens classic film to support Forest Hills street cleanup fundraiser

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Nov. 5, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The Forest Hills Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Movie Night fundraiser to help clean up Continental Avenue.  In partnership with the Forest Hills Community Projects Association, the groups are inviting the community to a film screening at the Regal UA Midway Theatre on Wednesday, Nov. 20.  Since…

Queens Public Television to host live election night coverage with top New York leaders

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Nov. 4, 2024 QNS News Team Queens Public Television (QPTV) is set to host a live 2024 election night broadcast on Tuesday, Nov. 5, starting at 8 p.m., featuring commentary from prominent New York media and political figures. Hosted by QPTV, the broadcast will feature a lineup that includes Victoria Schneps, President of Schneps…

Ridgewood’s beloved Craft Culture bar closes after seven years

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Nov. 4, 2024 QNS News Team Craft Culture, a beloved Ridgewood bar at 59-04 Myrtle Ave., announced its closure over the weekend, ending a seven-year journey filled with “great characters, amazing adventures, and memorable moments,” as the owners shared in a heartfelt farewell message posted on social media. Craft Culture opened in 2017 with…

Omnium Circus brings accessible, family-friendly spectacle to Queens Theatre Nov. 8-10

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Nov. 1, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The world-class Omnium Circus performers will perform at the Queens Theatre from Friday, Nov. 8, through Sunday, Nov. 10. This circus prides itself on providing accessibility to its audience. In addition to being the only circus in the world presented bilingually in English and American Sign Language, other accommodations available for…

Gov. Hochul signs law to curb reckless driving in parking lots, celebrated by Queens officials and civic leaders

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Oct. 30, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Last week, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed legislation to combat reckless driving in parking lots, a longstanding noise and public safety issue for many eastern Queens residents. Elected officials and civic leaders gathered in the Holy Family Catholic Church parking lot in Fresh Meadows on Tuesday morning to celebrate.…

Queens election heats up as challengers push incumbents on crime, migrant crisis and economic policy

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Oct. 30, 2024 By Czarinna Andres As Election Day approaches, several key state and congressional races in Queens are drawing heightened interest, with incumbents facing challenges amid contentious debates over public safety, immigration, education and economic development. In a borough where most districts lean Democratic, Republican candidates are mounting campaigns that highlight divergent policy…