Jun. 3, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Real estate brokers in Queens are speaking out against a proposed New York City Council bill to legislate broker fees for residential rentals. The bill, Intro 360, mandates that any representative or agent involved in a residential rental transaction collect their fees from the party that hires them, whether…
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Jun. 3, 2024 By Bill Parry
A Ozone Park man was struck and killed by the driver of a tractor-trailer as he rode a motorcycle on the Long Island Expressway in Maspeth on Saturday morning.
May. 31, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Tenants from a collection of rent-stabilized buildings in Queens gathered outside the offices of the New York Division of Homes and Community Renewal (DHCR) last Friday, May 24, to announce their plans to file an Article 78 legal challenge. The action seeks to compel DHCR to address and resolve…
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May. 31, 2024 By Anthony Medina City Council Member Joann Ariola wants residents to ‘whisker up’ some cat food, dog treats, training pads and pet carriers for a district-wide pet supply drive this summer. Pet rescue organizations across the city often rely on volunteers to help keep cherished animals off the streets. Gathering additional supplies…
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May. 31, 2024 By Anthony Medina Unisha Chetram, an 8th-grade student at M.S. 137 America’s School of Heroes in Queens, spends a lot of time thinking about the many social issues that have taken center stage on a local and global scale. At the heart of this 14-year-old’s advanced views on social issues is a…
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May. 30, 2024 By Anthony Medina As the saying goes, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure; and the return of The Great Woodhaven Yard Sale puts that saying to the test. The Great Woodhaven Yard Sale, hosted by the Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association, anticipates having over 75 individual households offering a wide assortment of…
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May. 29, 2024 By QNS News Team As summer heats up, Queens offers a plethora of free events and activities, ensuring residents and visitors alike can enjoy the season without stretching their wallets. From outdoor concerts to art exhibitions, here’s a guide to enjoying Queens this summer at no cost. Outdoor Concerts and Performances This…
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May. 29, 2024 By Anthony Medina Maspeth residents, clad in patriotic reds, whites and blues, gathered on Grand Avenue on Sunday, May 26, for the much-anticipated Maspeth Memorial Day Parade, which featured an impressive array of participants this year. The Maspeth Memorial Day Parade kicked off promptly on Sunday afternoon at Walter Garlinge Park, located…
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May. 29, 2024 By Anthony Medina Council Member Robert Holden is bringing a Summer Concert Series to Juniper Valley Park in Middle Village for a jam-packed month of music. The lineup of performances features a wide array of new and familiar faces to the Middle Village Park, playing music from some of the most notorious…
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May. 28, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Summer 2024 Queensboro Dance Festival, slated to run from June 8 through Sept. 15, will include more than 30 scheduled performances at various venues throughout the borough. Dance performances, themed parties, and classes are among the events that will be held in various outdoor spaces. Attendance for each…
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