samhexum Posted May 28 Author Posted May 28 Delays, closures and ID checks now in effect at NYC airports Air travelers are urged to prepare for significant changes and ongoing construction impacting access to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport, according to a new travel advisory issued by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey on Tuesday, May 27. As of this month, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) no longer accepts state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant at airport security checkpoints. All airline passengers age 18 and older must present either a REAL ID-compliant license or an acceptable alternative form of identification, such as a valid passport or Global Entry card. Travelers without a compliant ID should be prepared for additional screening procedures. A full list of acceptable IDs is available on the TSA website. With high demand expected through the summer travel season, the Port Authority strongly encourages travelers heading to JFK, LaGuardia, or Newark Liberty International Airport to use mass transit whenever possible. Drivers planning to park at the airports are advised to pre-book parking spaces at least 24 hours in advance. Those who do not pre-book may face a peak period drive-up surcharge and could be turned away due to limited availability. Due to the $19 billion redevelopment project at JFK, travelers should anticipate extensive roadway detours, terminal access changes and for-hire vehicle pickup relocations. Van Wyck Expressway Closures May 27–28 (5 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.) and May 28–29 (11:59 p.m. to 5 a.m.): Exit C (southbound Van Wyck) closed. Detour signage is in place via Exit B. Motorists should allow an additional 10 minutes of travel time. Terminal 1 Until further notice, the JFK Expressway is closed for customers traveling to/from Terminal 1. Drivers will be detoured via on-airport roads. Allow 10–15 minutes of extra travel time. Terminal 4 For-hire vehicle pickups have been relocated to Lot 66. A free shuttle service runs every 1–2 minutes from Terminal 4’s arrivals level. Ramp access from both JFK Expressway and Van Wyck Expressway to Terminal 4 is modified; drivers should follow signage and expect delays. Terminal 5 For-hire vehicle pickups now occur at the Howard Beach Ride App & Car Services Lot. Passengers must take the AirTrain JFK to reach the lot. The taxi stand has moved to the ground level of the Terminal 5 Yellow Parking Garage, accessible via the fifth-floor skywalk. Level 1 of the Yellow Parking Lot is now designated for individuals with special needs. All other vehicles must park on levels 2–6. Terminals 7 & 8 For-hire vehicle pickups for both terminals have also moved to the Howard Beach lot. Free AirTrain service is available from the terminals. Ramp from inbound Van Wyck Expressway to Terminals 7 and 8 is closed; motorists should follow detour signs via JFK Expressway and allow 10–15 additional minutes. The Terminal 7 taxi stand has been relocated to the departures level. Travelers are urged to check airport updates and use the free drop-off and pickup lot at the Lefferts Boulevard AirTrain station whenever possible. LaGuardia Airport: Free bus service to encourage mass transit To reduce roadway congestion and encourage public transit use, the Q70 LaGuardia Link bus remains fare-free year-round. The bus provides direct service between LaGuardia and major subway and Long Island Rail Road hubs in Queens. For more information on using public transit to travel to LaGuardia Airport, visit the MTA’s dedicated airport travel page. Travelers are advised to plan ahead, allow for extra travel time, and stay updated on airport changes to avoid delays and missed flights. pubic_assistance 1
+ Lucky Posted May 28 Posted May 28 On 5/12/2025 at 10:02 PM, Alabastrine said: @samhexum I'm late to the party, and I'm probably going to burn in hell for saying this: I thought your first post and title of the thread was hilarious. I also enjoy reading all of your interesting updates on Queens. He made light of a guy committing suicide and you think that's funny? It did turnout that many posters had things to say about Queens, but rather than starting a new thread without the mocking of the dead man, @samhexum keeps bumping this thread. Go figure. TonyDown and pubic_assistance 1 1
samhexum Posted May 29 Author Posted May 29 (edited) Tucked away from Queens’ more bustling corridors, a quiet stretch of Corona Avenue offers a rich, often-overlooked trove of hidden gems for food enthusiasts willing to venture off the beaten path. Between Broadway and Junction Boulevard, this unassuming portion in Corona stands as a vibrant microcosm of the borough’s global food culture. Despite its location in a relative transit desert—roughly a 15-minute walk from the nearest 7 train station and the buzz of Roosevelt Avenue—the corridor delivers an impressive array of international flavors. From Dominican eateries and Peruvian kitchens to Bangladeshi cafes and creative fusion pizzerias, the area showcases the authentic, multicultural identity that has made Queens the “World’s Borough.” Mom-and-pop restaurants dominate the stretch, many of them offering home-style cooking in intimate settings that evoke a strong sense of cultural pride and community. Some businesses have been part of the neighborhood for decades, serving generations of families, while others represent new ventures by local entrepreneurs pursuing the American Dream. Among the newer additions is Five Dreams Pizzeria y Antojitos, a Mexican-inspired pizzeria that opened earlier this year at 94-66B Corona Ave. Owners German and Norma, a local couple who began selling pizza from street corners, officially acquired their storefront in late December. Since then, they’ve attracted attention with their inventive approach to pizza, combining traditional offerings like plain cheese and pepperoni with bold, culturally-infused creations such as mole pizza and a tricolor pie featuring chorizo, onions and jalapeños. Located just down the street from Five Dreams at 94-60A Corona Ave. is El Gauchito, an Argentinian neighborhood staple that is the polar opposite of the newly opened pizzeria. El Gauchito, an Argentinian grill and butcher shop, has lined Corona Avenue for 47 years, providing local residents with delicious home-style meals that could well have been served in an Argentinian home. However, restaurant owners along Corona Avenue believe the area’s location can hamper business, with the nearest subway station located more than a 15-minute walk away. As a result, outsiders are less likely to journey to this stretch of Corona Avenue and sample the many flavors that it has to offer. Bin Li, who recently opened Mr. Q’s BBQ at 90-58 Corona Ave., offering a range of Chinese barbecue street food, said businesses have been slowly picking up since he opened earlier in the year. Li added that it would be a big boost if more people traveled to Corona Avenue to sample the area’s offerings. “I think it’s a little far for people to just walk down this block right here (unprompted from the subway),” Li said. “I think more exposure would be good for us.” George Landin, the owner of specialty clothing and sneaker store All The Right at 91-30 Corona Ave., has called this neighborhood home since early childhood and believes Corona Avenue boasts “hidden secrets” that out-of-towners are missing out on. “They’re missing out on a lot of gems,” Landin said. Landin, who has done business in the area for decades, said some restaurants in the area miss out because of presentation, stating that underwhelming storefronts sometimes fail to entice customers to come in. He encouraged customers to “take that one extra step” and check out what the restaurants have to offer. “Everybody’s looking for an experience,” Landin said. “But little do they know, they have these amazing home-cooked meals right in their backyard. They just gotta take that one extra step, which is going inside, opening up the door and looking at the menu.” This stretch of Corona Avenue is certainly worth promoting. Whether you’re looking for Ecuadorian-style cooking at El Guayaquileno, Bangladeshi food at Mezban House, Dominican staples at Yolanda’s, or freshly baked goods at popular neighborhood bakeries such as K&E Café or El Artesano, Corona Avenue has something for everyone. The area also features $1 pizza slices exclusively for students at the newly opened Asian Halal Kitchen, located at 90-02 Corona Ave. While the special pricing is reserved for students, slices remain affordably priced for all customers. Edited May 30 by samhexum because he's bored as hell BSR, pubic_assistance and + BenjaminNicholas 1 1 1
samhexum Posted June 2 Author Posted June 2 Cameras may soon be installed on city street sweepers to catch drivers who refuse to move their cars during alternate-side parking rules under a bill that the City Council is urging state lawmakers to pass this session. The NYC Council said on May 28 that it passed a home rule in support of state legislation that would put cameras on NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) sweeping trucks to crack down on violators who refuse to budge during scheduled street sweeping hours. A home rule means the city council can officially request that state lawmakers pass a special law affecting NYC. pubic_assistance 1
pubic_assistance Posted June 2 Posted June 2 (edited) On 5/28/2025 at 10:04 AM, Lucky said: He made light of a guy committing suicide and you think that's funny? Its called dark humor. Some people don't have enough joy in their life to laugh at the absurdity of the world and others do. Edited June 2 by pubic_assistance grammar mike carey, + Lucky and + BenjaminNicholas 1 1 1
samhexum Posted June 6 Author Posted June 6 American Airlines first to implement new facial recognition system at JFK for U.S. citizens – QNS QNS.COM American Airlines and CBP have officially introduced a new biometric screening system at John F... BIG BROTHER IS HANGING OUT IN QUEENS! Selfhelp hosts Holocaust Survivor Day event in Forest Hills with music, dancing and reflection – QNS QNS.COM Holocaust survivors gathered for a “Coffee House” celebration hosted by Selfhelp Community Services... Fourth annual SunnyPride celebration set for June 13 in Sunnyside - Sunnyside Post SUNNYSIDEPOST.COM June 5, 2025 By Czarinna Andres More than 2,000 people are expected to attend the fourth annual...
samhexum Posted June 9 Author Posted June 9 (edited) To many, Alanna O’Donnell is affectionately known as “the chicken lady.” The special education teacher at P177Q, The Robin Sue Ward School for Exceptional Children in Fresh Meadows, runs the first public school chicken coop in Queens’ District 75. O’Donnell has a flock of 9 chickens that she takes care of with her class, a small group of six 19 to 21-year-olds affectionately referred to as her “boys.” O’Donnell, with the support of three paraprofessionals, runs a unique hybrid academic and Essential for Living curriculum that builds a vocational and social skills program for the boys. The backyard of PS 177Q is an unusual sight: an urban farm complete with a chicken coop, vegetable garden, and sensory garden that disrupts the mundane flow of the otherwise unassuming neighborhood of Fresh Meadows. O’Donnell and her students take care of the day-to-day upkeep, including feeding the chickens, cleaning their coops, and other related tasks. The tasks are rotating between the students, a tactic she uses to help her students get used to change in routine, build empathy, and other important behavioral skills. “ When we started with this…my boys did not want anything to do with them. Now they’re hand feeding them,” she said. “They’ll pick them up, they’ll move them from one area of the coop to the actual farm on their own.” PS177Q is a self-contained special education school for children and young adults ages 11 to 22 with autism, emotional and behavioral challenges, Intellectual Disability, and Multiple Disability, with tailored in-school programs to support their needs. O’Donnell admits that she had no prior experience with taking care of chickens. In fact, she was inspired to start the program to help her students adapt to changing routines and lessen stress responses in other areas of their lives. “It was Tractor Supply who held my hand and walked me through everything that we needed. I was a chicken virgin. I had no experience with chickens,” she laughed. “I just really thought this was something I could see really working. I had a vision for it, and I walked into my principal’s office, and I looked at him and I said, how do you feel about chickens?” O’Donnell credits the support of her principal, administrators, and classroom paraprofessionals with starting the chicken coop. When she and her students built the coop in October 2023, O’Donnell did upkeep on weekends and holidays. Since then, she’s been able to make it more self-sufficient. The community has rallied around the program, with neighbors bringing their families to the coop and farm, and there is a consistent demand for fresh eggs. “People can’t get eggs fast enough,” O’Donnell said. “We take whatever money we have left and reinvest in the farm.” O’Donnell also uses the earnings to take her students on regular field trips to the Queens County Farm, where they purchase vegetables for the birds and have a chance to interact with farm workers. “It exposes them to being in the neighborhood shopping, meeting people outside…the staff over there was very kind to the kids,” she said. O’Donnell tailors a lesson plan from the New York Agriculture in the Classroom. In 2023, she received a $1,500 grant from the organization to start the chicken coop, and since then, she’s invested over $25,000 of her personal earnings. She hopes to expand the program and have over 40 chickens in the near future. For O’Donnell, taking care of the chickens is rewarding for the students and their families. With the majority of her students being nonverbal and communicating through devices, O’Donnell said it was heartwarming seeing her students shatter expectations. “The first time we saw one of them do it by themselves, there were a lot of tears…I’ve said this before, when a parent is told this is the best that your kid is going to do, and then they exceed those expectations, it changes the way you view this program and what we’re doing,” she said. “ Everybody seems to think…they can’t raise chickens. But the reality is, they’ve learned how to be tolerant. They’ve learned how to accept no, they’ve learned how to follow directions, manage their behaviors, and let us know when they’re exhausted,” she said. Her passion for her students has not gone unnoticed. On Friday, May 30, the FLAG Foundation honored O’Donnell with the FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence, a $25,000 personal cash prize and a $10,000 grant for an arts education initiative in her school. A few months ago, O’Donnell said a parent nominated her for the award, and she didn’t think much of it after she sent in her application. The award and subsequent celebration came as a shock to O’Donnell. In fact, she thought Friday’s celebration was a retirement party. ”It was such a surprise, and my boys were sitting there. And you could see that they knew something was happening, they just weren’t sure what yet. And then as the event went on, they were completely engrossed in what was happening, so it was really amazing,” she said. Thirty-three winners were selected from the nominees, with six winners from the five boroughs. Nominees were required to complete a comprehensive application, participate in an interview process that included an interview with their principal, and submit supplementary material. This year’s FLAG Award for Teaching Excellence received the most nominations in its history, with 1,600 submissions from students, parents, principals, and teachers. O’Donnell said she’s looking forward to going on a small vacation and paying for her semester for her second master’s degree in Literacy and TESL, which she’s finishing in December of this year at Pace University. O’Donnell said that none of this was possible without the support of her classroom’s paraprofessionals. ”It was probably the most humbling thing because…when they called my name, it’s not just me. It’s the team of ladies that I work with. When you acknowledge me-yes, I wrote the grant and I did that stuff-but you are acknowledging their hard work and their dedication and their love for the kids as well,” she said. The grant is going towards a project, a homesteading YouTube channel called the 177 School Steading Project, which should be launching in September. “ So we’ve used that money to get a new computer, a new camera, new equipment that would allow us to create these videos where we invite guests on and we ask them questions and we can share our knowledge on farming and chicken care,” O’Donnell said. The YouTube channel will be available for public viewership, and O’Donnell said she hopes it will foster a sense of community and confidence for her students and allow them to engage with others. O’Donnell always knew she would live her life in service of others. Growing up in Fresh Meadows as the daughter of a FNDY firefighter, and registered nurse, the foundation her parents laid created a clear pathway for her future.“ When you are raised in that kind of a household where you watch your parents constantly giving back to the community, it’s not an option,” she said. “My mom and dad are just amazing human beings. I am so lucky to have been raised in that life of service. So, of course, I’m glad that I’m able to continue it.” O’Donnell has worked with P.S. 177Q for the past three years and with the NYC Department of Education for 12 years. “ It is the greatest job. It is not without its difficult moments, but I wouldn’t be the human being I am today if I didn’t work in special ed,” she said. Edited June 10 by samhexum for absolutely NO @%!*ING reason at all!
samhexum Posted June 12 Author Posted June 12 Nature meets Pride at Queer Birding event at LIC waterfront park
samhexum Posted June 13 Author Posted June 13 German-style halal eatery Döner Haus opens on Bell Blvd. in Bayside – QNS QNS.COM Bayside just added a taste of Germany to the neighborhood with the latest expansion of Doner Haus... Get your K-Pop Fix! Korea Fest heats up LIC this Sunday - LIC Post LICPOST.COM Korea Fest is returning to Western Queens, K-Pop style, for the latest edition of its annual festival at Culture Lab... College Point Restaurant Week is back with 20% off at 21 restaurants – QNS QNS.COM College Point, bring your appetite—Restaurant Week running from June 16 to June 30 is back with more to... + BenjaminNicholas 1
samhexum Posted June 16 Author Posted June 16 (edited) A new reality TV series celebrating everyday heroes and acts of compassion received an official citation from the Village of Floral Parkduring a press event on Thursday, June 12, at Heritage Park. “Finding Kindness,” created and hosted by producers Monty Hobbs and Valerie Smaldone ("Valerie smaldone is at the editor's desk" on WINS), is set to premiere July 1 on UP Faith and Family, a streaming platform dedicated to positive and uplifting entertainment. The show, filmed across Queens neighborhoods including Bayside and Flushing and in Floral Park, spotlights community members who go above and beyond for others — including one local entrepreneur who operates a pizza business out of a fire truck. Edited June 16 by samhexum for reasons scholars will ponder for years
samhexum Posted June 20 Author Posted June 20 The founder of the Queens Defenders and her husband have lawyered up after they were indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars from the non-profit organization. Former Queens Defenders executive director Lori Zeno, 64, surrendered Wednesday at the Brooklyn federal courthouse. Zeno was arraigned on an indictment charging her and Rashad Ruhani, 55, with wire fraud conspiracy, theft, money laundering conspiracy and other crimes. Queens Defenders is a Jamaica-based nonprofit that provides free criminal defense to low-income Queens residents through city contracts. In addition to representing thousands of clients, the organization runs programs focused on youth, reentry and alternatives to incarceration. BSR 1
samhexum Posted June 20 Author Posted June 20 (edited) Bayside cool: Momo Ashi’s bubble tea and charm keep customers coming back – QNS QNS.COM As temperatures climb, Queens residents looking to cool down have a charming and flavorful option tucked away... Tootles & French brings Pride to Ditmars with drag brunches, open mics and happy hour - Astoria Post ASTORIAPOST.COM June 20, 2025 By Shane O'Brien Astoria's Tootles & French will host a variety of events over the next week to... Queens franchise becomes world’s first Guyanese-owned Carvel and Cinnabon – Caribbean Life WWW.CARIBBEANLIFE.COM In the heart of Hollis, Queens, a sweet milestone has quietly taken root in New York City’s melting pot of... In the heart of Hollis, Queens, a sweet milestone has quietly taken root in New York City’s melting pot of culture and community pride: the only Guyanese-owned Cinnabon and Carvel franchise in the world. Romesha Deen, a Guyanese American who immigrated to the U.S. at the age of 3 and has spent most of her life in New York, officially opened the doors to her Cinnabon and Carvel storefront at 205-03 Hillside Ave. in Hollis nearly two years ago. What began as a neighborhood dessert shop has since grown into a vibrant hub of cultural pride, entrepreneurial spirit, and community connection, offering more than just sweet treats but a warm and welcoming space for all. “I’m so proud to represent Guyana in this way,” Deen said during an emotional interview. “When my parents first came here, no one even knew where Guyana was. Now, people come from Brooklyn, the Bronx — even Long Island — just to support us because we’re Guyanese-owned. It means everything.” Deen’s journey to business ownership wasn’t linear. A former marketing and finance professional, she spent years working for major companies like NBC Universal before realizing she wanted more control over her future. “I wanted to be my own boss,” she said. “In the corporate world, someone else is always reaping the benefits of your hard work. This was about building something of my own — not just for me, but for my children.” That mindset, Deen says, was instilled in her by her mother, Maureen — a single parent who put herself through college while raising a family. Deen, who is married to Ken and shares two children, Kyle and Kaitlyn, also credits her husband and children for their unwavering support and the shared success of their business. “She’s the strongest woman I know,” Deen said through tears. “Everything I am, I owe to her.” Now, Deen pours that same energy into her shop, working seven days a week, often from early morning baking shifts to late-night closings. Despite the grind, the community’s support keeps her going. The shop may follow the franchise model, but Deen has infused it with unmistakable Caribbean flair. Last year, she launched a now-beloved feature: Carvel cakes printed with Caribbean flags. It began during Labor Day Weekend, when she hung flags in the shop to celebrate the West Indian Day Parade. The response was overwhelming and hasn’t stopped since. “People come in just for the cakes,” she said. “We’ll make 10 Guyanese flag cakes and they’re gone by Saturday morning.” Other flags, such as those of Jamaica, Trinidad, Haiti, and Barbados, are just as popular. Customers pose for photos with their cakes, sometimes buying them just to celebrate their heritage, even if there’s no party planned. “It’s become a symbol of pride,” Deen said. “And it makes me proud to give people that joy.” The Hollis Cinnabon/Carvel feels different from your average franchise. The walls are bright, the space is warm, and families fill the seating area well past sundown. “We wanted it to feel like a family place — not just somewhere you rush in and out,” Deen said. “People sit, laugh, and eat ice cream together. Even in the winter.” “That was such a huge compliment,” she said. “We’ve worked so hard to make this feel special.” Deen says she isn’t focused on expansion just yet; her priority is continuing to grow the Hollis location and making it the best in Queens. “The goal is to make this store the number one Carvel in the borough,” she said. “That’s what I’m working toward — one scoop at a time.” For Deen, every cake sold, every smile shared, and every flag proudly displayed is more than a transaction. It’s a celebration of where she came from — and where she’s going. The dining area inside the Hollis Carvel is bright and inviting, often filled with families enjoying ice cream together, even in winter Edited June 20 by samhexum for absolutely NO @%!*ING reason at all!
samhexum Posted June 23 Author Posted June 23 Tech meets tradition at Dim Sum Bloom’s new Bayside location – QNS QNS.COM Dim Sum Bloom, an innovative restaurant using a fully automated stir-fry robot, recently opened its...
samhexum Posted June 24 Author Posted June 24 Akito Japanese Cuisine brings fresh sushi and authentic flavors to Bell Blvd. QNS.COM A new Japanese restaurant, Akito Japanese Cuisine, is making its mark in Bayside, joining the... New fusion spot Taco & Dumpling offers Mexican and Asian favorites in Sunnyside - Sunnyside Post SUNNYSIDEPOST.COM If it feels like it’s almost impossible to choose between Mexican and Asian for dinner, then Taco & Dumpling in...
samhexum Posted June 27 Author Posted June 27 Filipino bakery Arellano Pandesal rises in Queens with NYC-style twists - LIC Post LICPOST.COM June 27, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive... Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive pandesal—a bread roll that serves as a breakfast centerpiece—is sweetening up Western Queens with delectable pastries that blend Filipino tradition with NYC modernity. Founders Jennifer Arellano and Kian “Arellano” Ahmadian started the bakery to share the Arellano family recipe, which was updated to broaden its appeal among Filipino Americans and bread enthusiasts. Arellano aimed to honor her familial roots by connecting customers with her culture. Operating as an online bakery, the baking is done at the premises of Even Tinier Drumsticks, a shared commercial kitchen in Long Island City. Each pastry is hand-rolled and baked with organic ingredients, offering a healthier alternative to starchier counterparts. The growing popularity of pandesal is a testament to the diverse food selections that thrive in the borough.
BSR Posted June 28 Posted June 28 6 hours ago, samhexum said: Filipino bakery Arellano Pandesal rises in Queens with NYC-style twists - LIC Post LICPOST.COM June 27, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive... Arellano Pandesal, an online Filipino bakery renowned for its distinctive pandesal—a bread roll that serves as a breakfast centerpiece—is sweetening up Western Queens with delectable pastries that blend Filipino tradition with NYC modernity. Founders Jennifer Arellano and Kian “Arellano” Ahmadian started the bakery to share the Arellano family recipe, which was updated to broaden its appeal among Filipino Americans and bread enthusiasts. Arellano aimed to honor her familial roots by connecting customers with her culture. Operating as an online bakery, the baking is done at the premises of Even Tinier Drumsticks, a shared commercial kitchen in Long Island City. Each pastry is hand-rolled and baked with organic ingredients, offering a healthier alternative to starchier counterparts. The growing popularity of pandesal is a testament to the diverse food selections that thrive in the borough. Contrary to its name (salt bread), pandesal is a slightly sweet yeast bread. If you splurge on a really good salted butter (my fave is the Costco version of Kerry Gold) and slather it on fresh pandesal, wow, one of life’s true pleasures! samhexum 1
samhexum Posted June 30 Author Posted June 30 Aigner Chocolates in Forest Hills added to New York State Historic Business Registry applause.wav
samhexum Posted July 10 Author Posted July 10 Limited-edition ‘Welcome to Queens’ street signs go on sale as part of NYC DOT’s monthly drop – QNS QNS.COM A limited sale of authentic “Welcome to Queens” street signs, celebrating the city’s most diverse borough is... The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) on Thursday launched a limited sale of authentic “Welcome to Queens” street signs, celebrating the city’s most diverse borough through its monthly sign drop initiative. Only 50 of the hand-crafted signs—produced by the DOT’s Maspeth-based Sign Shop—are available for purchase through the CityStore website, the official store of the City of New York. Each sign is priced at $100, with a limit of one per customer. Proceeds will benefit the city’s general fund.
samhexum Posted July 10 Author Posted July 10 Asian supermarket 99 Ranch Market will open its first New York City location in Flushing on Friday, July 25, debuting a 37,000-square-foot facility that combines grocery shopping, dining and entertainment under one roof. Located at 37-11 Main St., between 37th and 38th avenues, the long-awaited flagship marks a major expansion for the California-based grocery chain, which has developed a loyal following for its high-quality Asian products. The two-level store includes a 22,000-square-foot ground floor market stocked with over 10,000 curated Asian food items, premium meats, fresh produce and a live seafood section. Customers will be able to hand-pick live fish and have it steamed or fried on-site—services rarely offered at New York supermarkets. The interior will feature wide aisles, natural lighting, and clean, contemporary finishes. Asian supermarket giant 99 Ranch Market to open first NYC store in Flushing – QNS QNS.COM Asian supermarket 99 Ranch Market will open its first New York City location in Flushing on Friday, July...
samhexum Posted July 11 Author Posted July 11 A taste of France arrives in Forest Hills with the opening of Tourmaline – QNS QNS.COM A taste of France has arrived in Forest Hills with the opening of Tourmaline, a new restaurant offering a... A hidden gem in Whitestone, Concettina serves up authentic Amalfi Coast cuisine – QNS QNS.COM Give your summer nights an Italian flair at Concettina, a Southern Italian restaurant nestled in the heart of... Average price of Queens houses surpasses $1M in Q2 2025: Report – QNS QNS.COM The second quarter of 2025 marked the first time that the average price for one-to-three-family homes in Queens... $1,000,000
+ nycman Posted July 12 Posted July 12 Meanwhile, elsewhere in Queens….. Ridgewood mother and daughter arrested for attacking woman over parking spot: NYPD – QNS QNS.COM A Ridgewood mother and daughter were arrested Monday after they ambushed a young Black woman over a parking spot samhexum 1
samhexum Posted July 16 Author Posted July 16 On 3/24/2025 at 10:15 AM, pubic_assistance said: Belmont Park. I visited their luxury brand "Village" a few weeks ago. There were 10x more salespeople than there were customers. Total retail desert. Belmont Park Village just got a lot more delicious with the opening of Hundredfold, a new American brasserie developed in partnership with James Beard Award-winning Chef Tim Hollingsworth. Tim Hollingsworth brings Michelin-Inspired dining to Belmont Park QNS.COM Belmont Park Village just got a lot more delicious with the opening of Hundredfold, a new American... pubic_assistance 1
samhexum Posted July 16 Author Posted July 16 A Brooklyn-based artist has created a vibrant mural for an affordable housing residence near JFK Airport. Muralist Danielle Mastrion painted a massive 13-story mural flanking the front-facing sides of the soon-to-open Baisely Pond Park Residences, the city’s first hotel-to-affordable-housing conversion. Mastrion began the mural in June and completed it on July 1. It is now visible from the Belt Parkway and in flight paths out of JFK. The project is produced by the NYC nonprofit ArtBridge, which specializes in transforming underused spaces and active construction sites into public art. “At ArtBridge, we believe public art should emerge from the neighborhoods it lives in,” said Jon Souza, program director at ArtBridge. “This mural reflects that ideal — it was shaped by local voices and inspired by the textures of everyday life in Queens. Projects like this one remind us that art in public space can do more than beautify — it can listen, honor, and reflect. Brooklyn artist paints towering mural to Queens at new affordable housing site – QNS QNS.COM A Brooklyn-based artist has created a vibrant mural for an affordable housing residence near JFK Airport.
samhexum Posted July 18 Author Posted July 18 More than 100 Queens students of all ages flocked to the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI)for a live Earth-to-space conversation with NASA astronaut Dr. Jonny Kim, who is aboard the International Space Station (ISS), as part of an event organized by U.S. Rep. Grace Meng. Students taking part in camps all over the borough spoke live to Kim in NYSCI’s auditorium at 47-01 Corona Ave. on Friday, July 18, quizzing the NASA astronaut on life aboard the ISS. Participating camps included Camps ‘R’ Us and Summer Rising, a summer camp held at PS280Q in Corona that brought 69 students to Friday’s event. Students from Queens College and Townsend Harris High School also attended the event, in addition to camp-goers from NYSCI and the Queens Museum. Kim, a Korean-American Navy SEAL who became an astronaut in 2017, launched to the ISS in April as part of an eight-month-long mission to conduct scientific research in technology development, Earth science, biology and human science among other areas. Out of this world: Queens students have live Earth-to-space conversation with NASA astronaut – QNS QNS.COM Queens students of all ages flocked to the New York Hall of Science (NYSCI) for a live Earth-to-space...
samhexum Posted July 22 Author Posted July 22 Discover IYKYK speakeasy in Flushing with unique cocktails and Asian tapas QNS.COM If You Know You Know (IYKYK) speakeasy has been hiding in plain sight bringing low-key vibes and an... The bar and lounge, located at 35-28 Farrington St., goes beyond the typical speakeasy experience, offering a perfect date spot or girl’s night out getaway with incredible drinks and late-night Asian tapas, from fried oysters to land and sea lumpia and many more delectable bites.
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