Posts Tagged ‘Astoria’
Louis Xifaras: Payments Consultant by Day, Basketball Hero by Night
A life-long native of Astoria, Louis Xifaras is one of the guys behind the scenes – he helps dozens of businesses in the neighborhood be successful. He also has a passion for changing lives – and we were excited to learn all about it. What exactly does your job entail? Well, I’m…
Read MoreFree Workshop at Art House Astoria
Located at 23-35 Broadway, Art House Astoria is a music conservatory that offers private music lessons, has choirs and much more. One Friday each month, the conservatory holds an open salon for anyone to practice their unfinished work. If you’re a musician, you have have your work critiqued, and hear feedback. If you’re a musician,…
Read MoreAstoria Resident Could win $1 Million from Doritos Commercial
Every year, Doritos has a Superbowl ad competition – contestants enter from all over the United States. The contest is down to it’s ten finalists – and one of them is from right here in Astoria. CNN Money covered the full story, and has an interview with Alex Pepper, the creator of “What Could Go…
Read MoreRobbery at Gunpoint in Astoria
There was recently a robbery in Astoria on January 7th, and the 114th precinct has just released pictures of the suspect. The robbery occurred outside PS 2, located at 75-10 21st Avenue. Police are currently investigating the robbery. The images below were captured from security footage of the event. (Yes, we know they’re not very clear).…
Read MoreYogurt La Crepe Closed by Order of Health Commissioner
Yogurt La Crepe has been open for less than a year – but it looks like they’ve already been shut down. Within the past few days, their doors were shut – and two signs were placed outside. The first is from the Commissioner of Mental and Health Hygienic, and proclaims in big, bold letters that…
Read MoreMan Beats Heroin-Addicted Roommate to Death With Hammer
As insane as that title sounds – it’s true. 29 year old Jesse Smith, and 18 year old Quentin Copobianco lived together in the luxury EXO apartments, until Copobianco beat his roommate to death with a hammer yesterday afternoon. The two had been living and working together. Copobianco – who was studying at St.…
Read MoreIt’s an Australian Party, Mate!
We love The Thirsty Koala. You know this already. So when we found out they were having an Australia Day party we jumped on board. Thirsty Koala co-owner – and born and raised Australian – Christine told us all about the day. “In Australia, it’s a HUGE party. It’s not formal at all –…
Read MoreMost Precious Blood School Closing
A long time neighborhood school will be closing its doors this June, much to the dismay of many residents. In a letter dated January 9th, the school’s Pastor, Reverend William Krlis, spoke to the parents and guardians of the currently attending students: Dear Parents and Guardians, I write to inform you that…
Read MorePaul the Cat Guy: Rescuing Astoria’s Felines
Astoria has a secret superhero – and he’s rescuing some of the neighborhood’s furrier residents. He goes by Paul the Cat Guy, and as you might guess from his name – he’s helping the stray cat population of Astoria. It all started when Paul, a resident of Astoria for three years, saw some hungry…
Read MoreTwo Women Sought in Astoria Robbery
Two women are being sought after in relation to a robbery last month, and the NYPD is looking for the public’s help. According to reports, “Police say on Dec. 2, 2014, around noon, the 44-year-old victim was walking on 44th Street when two suspects pushed her from behind, knocking her to the ground. The…
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