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Astoria bakery debuts Pope Leo Cookie to celebrate first American pope

La Guli Bakery's new Pope Leo Cookie (right) and former Pope Francis Cookie (left). Photo: Shane O'Brien

May. 9, 2025 By sobrien May 9, 2025 By Shane O’Brien An Astoria pastry shop has introduced a “Pope Leo Cookie”, complete with a picture of Pope Leo XIV, in honor of the election of the first-ever American pope. Cardinal Robert Prevost of Chicago was elected Pope Leo XIV at the Papal Conclave on…

Queens NYPD grad who survived knife attack as cadet fulfills dream to serve

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May. 9, 2025 By Dean Moses and QNS News team A former NYPD cadet who was stabbed while protecting a civilian during a mental health crisis at a Queens precinct has officially joined the ranks of New York’s Finest. Javiar Elcock, 24, graduated from the NYPD Police Academy on May 8, nearly two years…

Whitestone welcomes new spa offering infrared wellness and red light therapy

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May. 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello A new health and wellness spa in Whitestone is offering red light and infrared therapy aimed at pain relief, skin rejuvenation and overall wellness. Lighten Up Energy Spa, which opened in early April at 14-10 Clintonville St., provides noninvasive treatments designed to help clients manage chronic discomfort, improve…

NY Hall of Science debuts CityWorks, its largest exhibition in over a decade

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May. 9, 2025 By Bill Parry The New York Hall of Science in Corona opened its largest interactive exhibition in more than a decade on Saturday, May 3. The exhibition explores the often invisible inner workings of the built urban environment. CityWorks is housed in a 6,000 square foot gallery, and the exhibit was…

Air China announces move to JFK’s New Terminal One

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May. 9, 2025 By Athena Dawson Air China will soon have a new home at John F. Kennedy International Airport, with plans to begin operations at the New Terminal One in 2026, airport officials announced this week. The major airline carrier is the latest to join the state-of-the-art terminal, part of the Port Authority…

Twenty people indicted in Queens-based $4.6M vehicle theft ring after three-year probe: DA

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May. 8, 2025 By Bill Parry Twenty individuals were indicted and variously charged in a wide-ranging scheme to steal cars in Queens, throughout New York City and its suburbs, following a three-year investigation by the Queens District Attorney’s Office, the NYPD, and the New York State Police dubbed “Operation Hellcat,” into the criminal enterprise…

St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children announces new President and CEO as long-serving head retires

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May. 8, 2025 By Colum Motherway St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children, one of the nation’s leading pediatric post-acute care institutions, has announced a significant leadership transition.  The Board of Directors proudly revealed that Sean Lally has been appointed as the next President and Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Dr. Edwin Simpser, who will retire…

LIC-based Solace House leads mental health outreach beyond awareness month

May. 8, 2025 By jmilitello May 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello May is known for Mother’s Day, Memorial Day, and the start of sunnier days, but it’s also a time to reflect on something just as important: mental health. Mental Health Awareness Month serves as a reminder that taking care of our emotional well-being…

Bayside gallery unveils new exhibit by acclaimed NYC artist Tenesh Webber

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May. 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello A bold new exhibit exploring themes of structure, fragility, and transformation is coming to Bayside this month. The Garage Art Center will debut OFF GRID: Drawings and Prints, a solo exhibition featuring striking black-and-white works by New York-based artist Tenesh Webber. Known for her intricate photograms and layered…