Category: Queens

Susan Weir, the owner of a Queens house taken over by seven squatters, expressed gratitude at a March rally for the support from the community. Photo by Iryna Shkurhan Seven words added to New York state law in the recently-passed state budget both weakens the power of squatters, and gives homeowners a sense of security.…

Brandon Carter (l) and Rodney Carter (r), owners of TRENDS in LIC, with their sister Kiara Carter (c). Photo by Monica Vie Long Island City’s first Black-owned dispensary is opening for business on 4/20. TRENDS, which stands for ‘The Real Experience Needs Different Stories’, is the creation of brothers Rodney (CEO) and Brandon Carter (COO).…

The number of murders was down in northern Queens and up in southern Queens during the 28-day period from Mar. 11 to Apr. 7, compared to the same period of time last year, according to the latest crime stats released by the NYPD Monday. At the same time, vehicle thefts throughout the borough continued to…

Two recent polls show very different results over Mets owner Steve Cohen’s plan to build Metropolitan Park, a casino gaming and entertainment venue on the parking lot west of Citi Field, where Shea Stadium used to stand. QNS file photo Before the shovels hit the ground on New York Mets owner Steve Cohen’s proposed $8…

Queens Night Market is returning to Corona this month, and two preview events for a sneak peak into this year’s vendors. Photo courtesy of Queens Night Market Frugal foodies rejoice! Queens Night Market is returning to Corona on Apr. 27 for its ninth season.  Despite everything from groceries to eating out going up in price…

Queens came alive Sunday in an array of colors and joyous dancing for the 36th Annual Phagwah Parade, drawing hundreds. Photo by Dean Moses Queens came alive Sunday in an array of colors and joyous dancing for the 36th Phagwah Parade that drew hundreds of jubilant attendees. The Phagwah Parade is held annually in Richmond…

A new Hydroponics Lab in Richmond Hill High School is growing greenery to educate future generations on the science of sustainability. Photo by Anthony Medina Richmond Hill High School has taken the next step in helping students understand the value of sustainability with a newly installed Hydroponics Lab, where the possibilities of growing more plant…

The suspect (inset) who shot a man in a Queens bodega on April 5, 2024. Photo via Google Maps/Inset courtesy of NYPD Police in Queens are looking for the shooter who opened fire on a man during an argument at a bodega on Friday afternoon. Law enforcement sources said the assault occurred at about 5:20…

Lawmakers are pushing Governor Hochul to allocate additional funding for fare-free buses across the city. Photo by Marc A. Hermann / MTA In a letter to NYS Governor Kathy Hochul, ten members of Congress collectively requested $45 million in funding for the expansion of the city’s fare-free bus pilot program.  The request, dated April 1,…