Real Estate Insight from The Experts

We’re always talking about the rent prices in Astoria, so we decided to get some real insight into the real estate situation in Astoria.   Enter:  Real Estate professionals and new development specialists   Vasilia (Vickie) Palmos,  LSA, and  Helen Tzelios,  LAB ( The Palmos-Tzelios Team , associated with   Douglas Elliman RE )  gave us the…

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Hallet’s Peninsula Development: Thoughts From The Old Astoria Neighborhood Association

Quality of Life Petitions from the Old Astoria Neighborhood Assocation: Waterfront Infrastructure  Shore Blvd Parking  27th ave NO TRUCKS  Establish Speed Bumps on 18th Street  Take a look at the petitions, and if you agree – sign them! We recently had Richard Khuzami, of the Old Astoria Neighborhood Association (OANA), stop by the Give Me…

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Nearly 1,000 Bags of Heroin Seized in Astoria Drug Bust

We recently told you about a home invasion, robbery and shooting in Astoria, in the vicinity of 12th street and 31st avenue. The crime occurred on Wednesday October 15th.  Reports indicate that a suspect broke into a home brandishing a weapon, shot a victim, and proceeded to flee the scene of the crime. We have a major…

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Food Drive This Saturday!

There’s a food drive happening in Astoria this Saturday! The Food Drive will be held at the Best Yet Supermarket!  

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Celebrate Two of Astoria’s Oldest Veterans!

We just got this invite to a celebration of two amazing men, and we want to share it with you guys! In this time of year where we celebrate our Veteran’s dedication and accomplishments Come celebrate Sal Gagliardo’s service to our country and our community on the occasion of his 100th Birthday. Also help us…

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Couple Robbed in Astoria

There has been a stark increase of robberies in Astoria recently – nearly every other day we’re hearing about homes being broken into, residents being mugged, or belongings being stolen. We spoke to a couple whose home was robbed –  right off of 30th Avenue. The couple, who wishes to remain anonymous, tells us they…

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All State: All Your Insurance Needs

With so many insurance choices, one of the greatest you can make in Astoria is the choice to check out All State Insurance. You’ve seen them around Astoria: the big royal blue logo – but you’ve probably never paid much attention. After all, who thinks about insurance regularly? Well, you should be. Insurance plays a…

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Anna Zabniak: Helping the Fight Against Cancer

This week’s Human of the Week is Anna Zabniak, who works tirelessly to support those with cancer. Through her work with Shareing and Careing, she has made a positive difference in the lives of hundreds faced with the daunting disease.     What does the Shareing and Careing organization offer? We offer support as far…

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NQR FASTRACK Maintenance Begins

Late night train riders – start planning out your routes. Tomorrow night, the MTA is starting FASTRACK maintenance on the Broadway line – which is the N,Q and R trains.   FASTRACK is a subway maintenance, cleaning, and repair program that shuts down segments of a subway line for several hours over consecutive weeknights or…

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