Search is on for alleged groper in Astoria

The search is on for the man who allegedly groped a woman after 6PM on June 2ndGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The incident occurred near Ditmars BlvdGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. & Steinway StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028., after which the suspect ran offGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Authorities believe the man is about 25-30 years old, and approximately 5’7Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. If you have any information regarding the above incident, please call…

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Councilman Costa Constantinides introduces ‘Renewable Rikers Act’

Astoria-based Councilman Costa Constantinides is leading the fight against climate change in our city through the reveal of three bills which would transform Rikers Island into a renewable energy centerGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The series of bills, known as the ‘Renewable Rikers Act’, is also co-sponsored by City Council Member Helen RosenthalGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The legislation calls for the transfer…

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Happening this weekend: the ‘We Are 13: Neighborhood Bash’!

Mark your calendars: the first of six neighborhood bashes is happening this Sunday, June 23rd! The event, presented by State Senator Jessica Ramos, plans to celebrate District 13 and members of the communityGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.  The first neighborhood bash will be held on Steinway StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. between Ditmars Boulevard and 23rd Avenue, from 12PM until 4PMGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. According to…

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Reports: Wildflower, Robert De Niro & additional partners set to purchase Astoria lot for film development studio

We may be seeing some familiar famous faces around town, as recently published articles by both The Commercial Observer and Patch report that Robert De Niro, along with his son Raphael, the Wildflower development company, and Jane Rosenthal are set to close a deal to build a film development studioGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. While none of the aforementioned…

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College-bound Astoria student receives prestigious scholarship

Municipal Credit Union (MCU) awarded Astoria resident Leila Gomez the 2019 Louise DeBow Memorial Scholarship! The Cornell-bound student is one of nine recipients awarded an MCU Scholarship, and is planning to study at the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the Ivy League universityGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Just this year, Municipal Credit Union has awarded approximately $71,000…

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Goodbye, George’s

George’s at Kaufman Astoria Studios officially closed its doors on Friday, May 31stGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. The restaurant, formerly known as The Astor Room, has been a go-to for brunches, dinners, and a jazz music lovers in the Astoria/LIC area for yearsGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Known for its wide-ranging menu and frequent live music, the restaurant quickly became a  neighborhood gemGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.…

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Start your summer at the Astoria Park Carnival!

Looking for a great way to start your summer? Look no further! The annual Astoria Park Carnival, presented by the Central Astoria Local Development Coalition, will be held starting this Wednesday, June 5th through Sunday, June 9th! For additional details, please see the above flyerGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.

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Swing into summer at The Social!

With the warmer weather in town and summer around the corner, a post-office happy hour is surely in seasonGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Thankfully, Astoria has an abundance of cocktail bars, restaurants, and lounges certain to cater to anyone and everyoneGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. That being said, for those in search of a spot featuring all of the essentials: drinks, cool cocktails…

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Sunday morning crash near Astoria Blvd. damages multiple cars

This story is developingGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028.Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028.Give_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Residents were awakened to the sound of multiple vehicles crashing into each other when what was believed to be a stolen car sped down 38th StGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. & 28th AveGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. yesterday morningGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. Fortunately, no one was seriously injuredGive_Me_Astoria_image_00028. However, severe damage was inflicted upon two cars, while a handful of other parked…

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Give Me Burgers!

With summer here and the grills all out, the natural trendy food item becomes an all-time American classic: the burger. Whether you like a regular classic hamburger, a cheeseburger stuffed with some delicious mac n cheese, a veggie burger, or any kind of burger in between, Astoria has got one for you! Burgerology Ah, Burgerology.…

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