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Summer race season heats up with June runs across the borough
May. 30, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin
As the summer solstice approaches in June, so does a vibrant season of road races across the city. With rising temperatures comes rising excitement, offering runners of all levels a chance to hit the pavement and connect with the local running community.
Queens Centers for Progress to mark 75 years of service with anniversary gala June 17
May. 30, 2025 By Athena Dawson
Queens Centers for Progress (QCP), a cornerstone in services for individuals with developmental disabilities, will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a gala on Tuesday, June 17, at Terrace on the Park. The milestone event will recognize decades of service and honor key figures who have shaped the organization’s legacy.
Forest Hills Stadium summer concert series set to return Saturday
May. 30, 2025 By Shane O’Brien
Forest Hills Stadium‘s summer concert series is set to return this weekend with a performance from Bloc Party on Saturday, May 31.
Queens tops NYC boroughs in life expectancy and education: report
May. 30, 2025 By Ethan Marshall
Queens residents reported the highest well-being score among New York City’s five boroughs, according to a new report from the nonprofit Measure of America.
Ramos disappointed by Senate vote but ‘stands on principle’ in opposing Metropolitan Park casino parkland bill
May. 30, 2025 By Shane O’Brien
State Sen. Jessica Ramos expressed her disappointment following the State Senate’s approval of parkland alienation legislation for the $8 billion Metropolitan Park casino project earlier this week.
St. John’s University celebrates Class of 2025 at 155th commencement
May. 30, 2025 By Athena Dawson
Over 2,100 students marked a major milestone on Sunday, May 18, as St. John’s University held its 155th Undergraduate Commencement on the Great Lawn of its Queens campus. Joined by over 10,000 guests—including faculty, family and friends—the Class of 2025 was celebrated in a ceremony honoring graduates from the Queens and Manhattan campuses, as well as online degree programs.
City expands compost program with smaller bin option as collection totals reach record high
May. 29, 2025 By Czarinna Andres
NYC boosts digital access with 128 public computer centers across Queens
May. 29, 2025 By Athena Dawson
New York City residents can take advantage of more than 450 public computer centers across the five boroughs, offering free access to technology and training aimed at closing the digital divide.
Meng holds Social Security listening session in Elmhurst amid concerns over proposed federal cuts
May. 29, 2025 By Shane O’Brien
U.S. Rep. Grace Meng held a community listening session with local residents and Queens organizations in Elmhurst Wednesday morning to highlight the “devastating impact” that cuts to the Social Security Administration (SSA) would have on the local community, citing reports that the Trump Administration is planning to slash the agency’s workforce and close field offices across the country.
Queens robotics school heads to international stage after sweeping state titles
May. 28, 2025 By Athena Dawson
After sweeping the Southern New York State Championships, a local robotics team earned a spot on the global stage.
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