Posts by Loulou Chryssides
New 5-story building coming to 34th St.
Another day, more changes to the neighborhoodGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. A new 5-story, 17-unit building is anticipated to be completed in Fall 2021 occupying what were multi-family homes at the 25-74 34th StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. and 25-76 34th Street addressesGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Bell Realty, a Great Neck-based property management firm, purchased each building for $1,700,000 in January 2018Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The new building is…
Read MoreSac’s Place’s Kaufman Studios location is officially open!
Sac’s Place has officially celebrated its grand opening at Kaufman Studios! Its new Astoria location is 35-11 35th AveGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. After decades at its Broadway location, Sac’s Place officially announced its move to Kaufman Studios over the summerGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Patrons can expect the restaurant’s original menu, along with seasonal dishesGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Welcome back to the Sac’s Place family!…
Read MoreCousins Maine Lobster is back on Ditmars today!
Missed it the first time? Fret not: The delicious Cousins Maine Lobster truck is back on 31st StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. & Ditmars BlvdGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. TODAY from 11:30AM-9:00PM! Lobster lovers can expect lobster from both Connecticut and Maine, and specialties such as lobster rolls, sandwiches, tacos, grilled cheese, and more! For specific menus, you may visit Cousins Maine Lobster’s official…
Read MoreFormer QWNS Cafe space set to become Astoriana!
A new venture is coming to town, as the space formerly known as QWNS Cafe is set to become Astoriana! QWNS Cafe was previously at the location for about a year, and officially closed its doors months agoGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. While not much is known about Astoriana’s opening just yet, patrons can expect Mexican-style food as storefront…
Read MoreCelebrate for a great cause at Queens Comfort’s Halloween Food Drive!
Looking to celebrate Halloween and support a great cause? Queens Comfort will be hosting a Halloween Food Drive from 2PM-12AM on October 31st, with donated food items to benefit StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Joseph’s Food PantryGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Live music will be played by DJ Rob Select, and attendees will be granted free admission with a donation of non-perishable food items or…
Read MoreCouncil Member Constantinides calls for additional trauma centers in Queens
Following the release of a data report on gunshot victims in NYC by The City in conjunction with Measure of America and The Trace, Council Member and Queens Borough President candidate Constantinides is calling for better access to trauma centers in QueensGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Data released indicates that between 2010 and 2018, shooting victims were more likely…
Read MoreFalling bolt hits car at Queensboro Plaza
A driver was in for a horrible surprise when a nearly 7-inch bolt fell from subway tracks and into his sunroof, narrowly missing him on Tuesday morning at Queensboro PlazaGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The driver, identified as Philip Garcia of Kew Gardens in the initial Gothamist report, says a protective covering underneath his vehicle’s sunroof is what prevented any…
Read MoreMidtown Comics set to open Astoria outlet!
Great news, comic fans: Midtown Comics is set to open its newest storefront in Astoria! Located off of 41st StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. and Broadway, Midtown Comics’ newest location is a much welcome addition to the neighborhoodGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Its Astoria location will be the retailer’s first brick-and-mortar shop outside of ManhattanGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The Midtown Comics outlet is expected to offer…
Read MoreCity Council votes in favor of shutting down Rikers Island
Rikers Island is set to shut down in 2026 after City Council officially voted in favor of Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan to close the infamous prisonGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The plan calls for not only the closing of Rikers, but for four new borough-based prison facilities to open in its place to accommodate inmatesGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Despite resistance from…
Read More3 Astoria restaurants ranked in Time Out’s list of ‘100 Best Restaurants in NYC’!
As if we weren’t proud enough of our neighborhood, three Astoria-based restaurants placed on Time Out: New York’s list of ‘100 Best Restaurants in NYC’! So, who made the cut? Turkish restaurant Lokanta at #56, Astoria Seafood at #66, and The Freakin Rican at #74Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Congratulations to all! For additional rankings and information, you may…
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