Posts Tagged ‘Queens’
Illegal Food Delivery Scooters Become Headache In Astoria
There's been recent complaints from Astoria residents at 114th Precinct Community Council and Community Board 1 meetings, that involve the many delivery scooters buzzing their way through the streets of Astoria. Most complaints suggest that the delivery drivers often don't obey street laws, usually driving through red lights, or down one way streets. According to QNS, Earlier this year,…
Read MoreKnife Duo Sought By Police
Earlier this month, at about 4AM on February 2nd, two individuals got into an altercation with a man outside Chubby Burgers & Chicken on 25-97 Steinway St. One of the duo took out a knife in the middle of the fight, and stabbed the man in his torso, before both men quickly fled the scene. The man…
Read More$10,000 Reward For Missing Astoria Woman
Sierra Shields, 30, a flight attendant with Shuttle America, was last seen leaving LaGuardia Airport on Jan. 14 leaving LaGuardia Airport. Now, the Teamsters Association is offering a $10,000 reward for her whereabouts. Shields' photo a description of her were posted all over social media and news media when she went missing a couple weeks…
Read MoreAstoria Park’s Dirty Secret
Since the 1930's, the Astoria Park's Pool bathrooms sewage has casually been pumping its junk into the East River, according to Queens Parks Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski at a monthly meeting for Astoria Parks Alliance on Tuesday. The discovery came during the design for the new amphitheater, which will take over the old diving pool at Astoria Park. The designers…
Read MoreMore Snow On The Way
There's been a snow alert issued to all five boroughs ahead of a snow storm that's said to affect Friday's commute. It won't be like the last one, according to the Department of Sanitation. Only light snow will fall on the city, however the amount over night may cause traveling to and fro frustrating and…
Read MoreIt’s All About The Roommate
This is My Roommate, is a web series that takes place in Astoria, and stars two actual roommates – and actors – Russell Daniels (Awesome 80s Prom, That Bachelorette Show) and Jacklyn Collier (I Hope They Serve Beer on Broadway, Awesome 80s Prom and My Big Gay Italian Funeral). The comedy/real life series is loosely based on their lives and…
Read MoreMTA Showcases Design For Future Subway Car
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority unveiled designs for a new 'open' model train car which they hope to test drive as a replacement for the current crammed option. The open gangway train design is currently used in Toronto, London and Paris and is more comfortable alternative which lets commuters spread out on the length of the train…
Read MoreA Sunday Dance On The Streets Of Astoria
It's Sunday, and tomorrow is Monday, which means work. But, before we get back to the hustle and bustle of New York City livin, why not have a little moment and a little boogy with KJ Takahashi. This kid has some serious skill when it comes to dancing, and he passes the time by visiting…
Read MoreAstoria Park $15 Million Upgrade Proposal Includes FIFA Sized Soccer Field
Councilman Costa Constantinides gave his State of the District address on Monday which he included in, a pitch to give the heart of Astoria a soccer field. There has already been quite a dialog among Astoria residents regarding the lack of space to play sports, which is why Constantinides suggested that the soccer field be placed inside the…
Read MoreIt’s Finally Time, King Of Falafel Grand Opening
After 13 years serving up delicious falafel and shawarma on the streets of Astoria, the King of Falafel is finally ready to open up his very own castle. Owner and Astoria celebrity Freddy Zeideia opened his food truck in 2002, serving chicken and beef shawarmas, falafel and several combination platters. In 2010 the king of…
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