Posts Tagged ‘Queens’
Investigation Into Apparent Hoax Bomb Threat To NYC Schools.
On the same day that a bomb threat in LA had classes for more than half a million students canceled, New York City also received a threat towards its schools. The threat, according to authorities, was said to be not credible and merely a hoax which is now under investigation. According to Pix11, Commissioner William Bratton stated…
Read MoreGet Your Game On, With Free Pizza Too!
Tomorrow night, December 15th, at The Geekery HQ on 42-11 Broadway, gamers will get the chance to be a test gamer with the new game Super Hazard Quest. The boardgame plays like a 2D sidescroller, and gamers will get a chance to enter a tournament and enjoy some free pizza along the way. The Geekery opened…
Read MoreAstoria Blvd Is Focus In DOT Meeting
Last week, residents from Astoria and East Elmhurst gathered with elected leaders along with Department of Transportation officials to discuss the traffic safety improvements along Astoria Boulevard, between 77th to 92nd streets. The workshop was an opportunity for the residents to put forth ideas and concerns about the safety of the Blvd. City Councilman Costa…
Read MoreA Look Into The Great Street Art Of Astoria!
We all know how awesome Astoria is, and how much culture is squeezed into every street, but here's a video showcasing some of our greatest art, graffiti. Welling Court comes alive in this video by lxtv1stlook, as they examine the birth and the beauty of the murals which adorn the walls of Welling Court. Take…
Read MoreCadillac Man Finally Gets His Own Home
Thomas Wagner, better known in New York as Cadillac Man, a name he got after a stretch of 6 weeks where he was supposedly hit repeatedly by various Cadillacs, has finally opened the door to his own home. His new home at George T. Douris Tower has been a huge effort, especially from the Cadillac Care Team…
Read MoreDeck The Halls And The Windows, Too!
The holiday windows in the city are truly a thing of beauty — the craftsmanship, the technique and the precision, it is magnificent. Not to be outdone, some of our retailers here in Astoria are putting their best window forward as we usher in the holiday season. If there is something that is true about…
Read MoreA Neighborhood Comes Together
In light of the recent attack on Astoria store owner Sarker Haque, Astoria residents have come together to stand against hate and prejudice. To stand up with Astoria, and with peace, here are the events held where anyone can come and lend their support: Via Costa Constantinides Facebook Page: Join us for a rally of support of…
Read MoreTree Lighting Celebration in Astoria Park
This December 5th from 1PM to 5PM, Astoria Park will hold the 3rd Annual Community Holiday Tree Lighting Celebrations. The event is suitable for all ages, whether you're an adult or a child and will take place on the great lawn. There will be train rides, Marshmallow toasting, Holiday performances and more, incuding of course, lighting of…
Read MoreFailed Robbery Suspects Wanted
Photos have been released of a group of suspects who attempted to rob a 99 cent store on 35-10 30th Ave. According to QNS, the suspects entered the store and kept the clerk occupied while a female in the group crawled underneath the counter and tried to steal the safe. The group failed and fled the…
Read MoreAstoria Music Society To Launch Winter Season
The heart will certainly flutter as the orchestra comes alive this winter. The Astoria Music Society is proud to announce that their 13th season will begin this December 19th at 8PM. 'Beautiful Winter' will mark the start of the season, performed by the Dorian Baroque Orchestra on baroque period instruments. There will also be a festival in…
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