Posts by Loulou Chryssides
Elevators coming to two Astoria Subway Stations by 2024, according to MTA Plans
The MTA Capital Program budget was released last week, and part of the 2020-2024 plan is adding two new elevators to existing Astoria subway stationsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The locations which will be receiving the new elevator additions are the Broadway N-W station, as well as the Steinway M-R stationGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Overall, the MTA’s plan is to add approximately…
Read MoreAstoria named ‘NYC’s Best Neighborhood’ by Time Out: New York!
Between being named one of the coolest neighborhoods in the world and one of the country’s most beautiful subway stations (here’s looking at you, Broadway!), Astoria is having quite the moment latelyGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. It appears the international recognition doesn’t stop there: Astoria has been officially designated as ‘New York City’s Best Neighborhood’ by Time Out: New…
Read MoreBroadway named one of the ‘8 Most Beautiful Subway Stations in the US’ by Curbed!
Astoria just keeps the wins coming! Our beloved (and newly redesigned) Broadway subway station was named one of the most beautiful subway stations in the United States in an article published by CurbedGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Broadway was one of two New York subway stations listed on Curbed’s national ranking, with the Old City Hall station also making…
Read MoreTeen cyclist from Astoria fatally struck in accident
A 14-year old cyclist, identified as Astoria resident Mario Valenzuela, was fatally struck by a truck making a right turn at 11th Street and Borden Avenue in Long Island CityGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. It is believed that the young cyclist tragically became stuck under the truck’s rear wheelsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. He was pronounced dead on the sceneGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The driver of…
Read MoreSearch is on for suspect in series of armed robberies around Astoria
Police are on the lookout for a suspect in a series of armed robberies around the neighborhood, spanning from August 7th to as recently as September 15thGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Each instance took place during the very early hours of the morning, with half of the six robberies occurring each night of the weekend of September 6th through…
Read MoreBest of luck to King Souvlaki and King of Falafel and Shawarma at the 2019 Vendy Awards!
Everyone who truly loves food knows that food trucks are one of the best ways to find some of the best food in New York CityGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Fortunately for Astorians, we are quite lucky as two of the neighborhood’s very own food trucks are up for the All-Star Vendy Cup at this year’s Vendy Awards! Astoria’s…
Read MoreWelcome to the neighborhood, Biskoti!
The wait is over: Biskoti will officially be opening its doors to the public Friday, September 20th at 4PM! Occupying the former Flo Café space, Biskoti promises delicious homemade desserts and Greek specialties, such as baklava, traditional Greek pies, bougatsa, cookies, biscuits, bagels, and more! In addition to the aforementioned sweet treats, Biskoti the bakery-café…
Read MoreJoin us at the 10th Annual PJ Drive!
Give Me Astoria is proud to announce that we will be co-hosting the TENTH annual PJ Drive, alongside Maria LGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Delgado, Diane Kantzoglou, and Monika’s Café-Bar! The goal of the annual pajama drive is to collect new pajamas and books to benefit the children of the Pajama ProgramGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. We are proud to co-host this wonderful…
Read MoreAstoria named one of the ‘coolest neighbourhoods in the world’ by Time Out!
On Tuesday, September 17th Time Out released its annual index of the ‘50 Coolest Neighbourhoods in the World…and Astoria made the cut! Ranked at #8, Astoria’s restaurants, street art, and the Museum of the Moving Image were just some of the many reasons Astoria received its Top 10 rankingGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. For those who want to explore…
Read MoreNYC Council Member Costa Constantinides Announces Run for Queens Borough President
Council Member Costa Constantinides officially announced his campaign for Queens Borough President this morningGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. In his announcement, the council member cites climate change and rent hikes as major factors behind his runGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. As per Constantinides’ official announcement statement: “The next Queens Borough President must reinvent this office to become more accessible, promote our unique diversity,…
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