Posts by sonia
NY Primary Results Viewing Party at Katch Astoria
After you cast your vote, come watch the primary results and hang out with local Bernie supporters in Astoria. We'll be gathered in the covered courtyard in the back with our own TV's. Wear your Bernie gear and your "I voted" sticker if you can Grab a beer, get some tasty food and let's celebrate…
Read MoreHello, Burger Club!
This lil Astoria gem is quite the feed for those that are packing a big appetite. In the heart of 30th Avenue, the Burger Club has spared no expense in sourcing the best ingredients and the freshest local rolls baked just for them. The casual burger joint is a tasty amalgamation of LaFrieda beef…
Read More76 Year Old Woman Groped In Staircase
The Police are on the look out for a man, who is described as white or Hispanic in his 30's to 40's and approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, around 200 pounds, who followed a 76 year old woman on 44th Street near 25th Avenue. The man proceeded to follow her into her apartment building…
Read MoreHomeSpun Comedy Show
Homespun is a monthly standup show hosted by Astoria comic Jessica Watkins. Best known for her walk across America, Watkins hosts a rotating lineup the first Wednesday of each month featuring the brightest comedians around!
Read MoreGolden Gloves Hosted By East River Kiwanis, A Success!
East River Kiwanis hosted the 89th Annual Golden Gloves Semifinals on March 23, 2016 at the Chian Federation in Astoria, NY. This was the second time that East River was privileged to host the Golden Gloves and it has become their biggest fundraiser. The event was a fundraiser for Kamp Kiwanis, Hour Children and the…
Read MoreMan Tries To Rob 11 Year Old
At 2:20PM on Thursday, an 11 year old boy was walking along 21st Avenue and 43rd Street when a man suddenly came up behind him. The boy was taking by surprise when the suspect put his arm around his shoulder and tried to grab the boy's phone from his pocket. The man, described as white…
Read MoreHigh End Gourmet Markets & Restaurant Rumored To Be Moving In
There's a big change coming to Astoria, and when we say big, we mean….BIG! 34-30 Steinway St may soon be the destination for a massive high end gourmet market and restaurant complex, according to Winick Realty Group, the leasing firm who is marketing the space to an array of national big box retailers. The three story…
Read MoreThe New York Mets Official Watch Party Is At Katch Astoria
It is that time of the year again kiddies, the weather is warming up and the ballpark is open! Our beloved Mets will have their first game of the season this Sunday, April 3, 8:37 PM on ESPN. In case you haven’t heard the Mets will be facing off against their World Series rivals, the…
Read MoreYou Deserve It!
You Deserve It! A stand up comedy show just for you. You work hard. Like, really hard. To show our appreciation, we have assembled some of our favorite comics to make you laugh as hard as you work. It's the least we can do. Hosted by Ariel Elias and Liz Magee and featuring*:Jeffrey Joseph (Comedy…
Read MoreLocal Band Gives Back To The Community With Free Music
Without a questioning thought, Astoria has an electric and vibrant community and the inhabitants of that community are as enthralling as the neighborhoods they dwell in. A feeling that is almost natural to all Astorians is the need to give back, whether it is helping the disadvantaged or simply smiling to a stranger. These are…
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