Man on Fire Found Behind Astoria Building!

Just before 7am,  having responded to a call, Police found an unconscious man behind a building on 12th St. near 27th Ave. in Astoria on fire, reports Pix11. The man, who was in his 20’s or 30’s was pronounced dead at the scene, after the FDNY had extinguished the flames which engulfed him. Trauma of a…

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Gossip Coffee Closed For Inspection!

The new and fresh resident of Astoria’s 30th Avenue, Gossip Coffee (37-04 30th Ave) was shut today by the DOH for a ‘surprise’ inspection as the workers guarding the front put it.   The cafe specializing in different styles of donuts has only been open for a little while and has already generated a buzz among…

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VIVI Bubble Tea Coming To Astoria!

  Opening soon on 35-16 Ditmars Boulevard, Vivi Bubble Tea will be serving up their youthful and innovative style of teas to Astorians. The menu is known for consisting of a wide range of fresh and colorful options, including; Flavor Tea, Milk Tea, Yakult Drink, Slush, and Ice Jelly Tea. The store will be taking the Allstate Insurance…

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Landlords On Notice For Dodging Rental Regulations!

  The 421-a program was used at the time of the recession to help building owners who took hefty tax breaks. However a crackdown has started from the states Tenant Protection Unit working with AG, which is giving notices to building owners across NYC who failed to fulfill the law’s rent regulation requirements, reported DNAinfo.…

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How Polluted Are We?

Well we’re not the worst! But we’re not the best either.   Pollution awareness in New York City isn’t something new. In fact, we’re used to it. We kinda stopped complaining. It’s there. And we each do our best, or there abouts, to keep it to a minimum. But just how much has worked, and where…

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How Safe IS Astoria For Cyclists?

The map certainly paints a picture. The accessibility for bicycles in Astoria is to put it nicely, wanting. There are only a few stretches of road where a bike can somewhat travel freely in its own lane. And attitudes towards cyclists, or cyclists towards cars are to put it mildly, less than friendly.    …

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PizzAstoria is Coming to Broadway!

So why Astoria? “In my opinion, Queens is the best part of NYC, and Astoria is the best part of Queens. There was no other choice really”   (True)   And what is the goal of PizzAstoria? “That’s simple. A place for everybody. Wholesome quality food, at an affordable price”   And that’s just what…

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C-Town on Broadway to Close for Renovations!

In about a month, C-Town Supermarket on 2910 Broadway, Astoria will be closing their doors for some major renovations. The renovations are set to take over a year.     According to posters – which thanked customers for their loyalty over the last 30 years –  the revamp will see the Broadway location as one of…

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Chase Bank Broadway to Consolidate With Steinway!

Chase Bank on 3212 Broadway is set to consolidate with its Steinway counterpart, moving from its current location on November the 12th. It seems like a logical move, as the two banks are quite close to each other as it is. Customers have also vocalized their irritation at poor customer service in the branch, as a result…

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Astoria Teen Furious At Trump!

Karen Rojas is born and raised in America. Her parents however, are not. And the comments against undocumented immigrants which Donald Trump has recently provided have hit a nerve in the soon to be 18 year old, with dreams of becoming a veterinarian one day. Her father works at a dry cleaners, while her mother Teresa…

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