Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
EMERGENCY TOWN HALL MEETING!
We’ve received word that there is going to be an emergency town hall meeting held next Wednesday, regarding plans to open a homeless shelter in Astoria. Here’s what our readers are saying: “The proposal to convert the Westway Motor Inn into a full time homeless shelter has been resubmitted. The community expressed extreme opposition to this…
Read MoreLots of empty storefronts up for sale!
So, it seems that with all the new restaurants and stores opening, there’s an equal amount closing. Are you guys tired of hearing about rising rent prices yet? We did some sleuthing, and it seems these storefronts are going for small fortunes! Formerly a Malaysian food spot, Savory Cafe’s doors have closed for good. Located…
Read MoreSave a child’s life – Cavo is having a St. Jude’s fundraiser!
Cavo has a great fundraising event coming up! St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital is the world’s leading cancer hospital for children. St. Jude is unlike any other pediatric treatment and research facility. Discoveries made fhere have completely changed how the world treats children with cancer and other catastrophic diseases. With research and patient care under one roof,…
Read MoreLooking back at the World Cup – in Astoria!
All good things must come to an end. Despite the multitude of controversy surrounding the 2014 World Cup it is undeniable that Brazil’s edition of the world’s greatest sporting event has been spectacular. There have been a total of 171 goals in 64 games, a series of brilliant individual performances, and plenty of upsets- all…
Read MoreFree events this week!
We have some awesome local events going on nearly every day this week, check it out: There’s some really awesome free events going on this week – especially if you’re into watching live music! Tuesday: SUMMERSTAGE PRESENTS ISMAEL MIRANDA / REBEL TUMBAO / JOE CLAUSSELL (SACRED RHYTHM MUSIC) Ismael Miranda aka “El niño bonito de la…
Read MoreTeenage girl missing in Astoria
Evdoxia Zerva is just 15 and has been missing in Astoria since June 28th. Evdoxia was last seen inside her home at noon on June 28th. She lives on 49th Street near 30th Avenue. Last time she was seen Evdoxia was wearing black leggings, a multi-colored striped shirt and black shoes. If you have any…
Read MoreA new local seawall and waterfront promenade!
Queensbridge Park is probably one of our favorite parks in Western Queens. The park recently got an upgrade, and it’s one that is an advantage for all the local residents. The park has now been implemented with a seawall – which was previously deteriorating into the East River. A a 6-foot wide waterfront promenade with benches…
Read MoreFalse Alarm at Astoria Park!
We were just walking by Astoria Park, and saw these FDNY trucks! Apparently it was a false alarm – someone called in to report a drowning, but thankfully no one did drown. The FDNY, though, was there almost immediately. It’s really amazing how quickly they can get to a life threatening situation – and it makes…
Read MoreLocal Project is Saved!
We recently told you guys about Local Project, a space dedicated to artists and the arts in our neighboring L.I.C. The group, being forced out of their home because of soaring rent prices, put together a kick-starter to help reach funds that would help them secure a location. Good news: They reached their goal early!…
Read MoreSatisfying our Kravings
Krave, opened by Lenny Mihailov nearly five years ago, has quickly become one of our favorite lunch spots in Astoria. Located conveniently on Ditmars, Krave serves up a huge variety of food at pretty competitive prices. Lenny tells us, “We wanted to give good, healthy, clean food to the neighborhood. We got tired of everything…
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