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Explore Murray Hill’s Koreatown with Homecoming NYC’s food crawl on June 28

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Jun. 16, 2025 By Jessica Militello Get ready to eat your way through Queens’ Koreatown. Homecoming NYC is serving up your next food adventure with its latest food crawl, this time spotlighting the flavorful streets of Murray Hill’s Koreatown in the heart of Queens. The vibrant community, home to a list of culinary gems,…

Get a head start on July 4th fun at Bayside’s Fort Totten Park celebration

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Jun. 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello Bayside is getting a head start on its Independence Day celebration at Fort Totten Park on Wednesday, June 18, from 6-9 p.m., featuring an array of festive activities to get the community in the holiday spirit. The annual event, located at Totten Ave and 15th Rd., is hosted…

Outdoor bars and beer gardens to enjoy this summer in Queens

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Jun. 11, 2025 By Jessica Militello With sunsets past 8 p.m. and temperatures on the rise, now is the perfect time to grab a drink or a bite outdoors and soak in the sights and sounds of Queens. Whether you’re catching up with friends after work or planning a weekend brunch, the borough is…

OPA! Whitestone celebrates Greek culture at Holy Cross Festival

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Jun. 10, 2025 By Jessica Militello The sights, sounds, and flavors of the Mediterranean were in full swing at the annual Greek Festival hosted by Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Whitestone last weekend. From Thursday, June 5, through Sunday, June 8, the church grounds at 11-05 150th St. were transformed into a celebration…

Bayside Food and Music Festival draws hundreds to Bell Blvd. for food, fun and performances

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Jun. 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello Bell Boulevard was buzzing with energy last weekend as the Bayside Village Business Improvement District (BID) hosted its annual Food and Music Festival on Sunday, June 8, transforming the heart of Bayside into a vibrant celebration of local culture, cuisine and talent. Stretching along Bell Blvd. from 38th…

Bohemian Hall to host annual Czech and Slovak Festival in Astoria over Memorial Day weekend

May. 19, 2025 By jmilitello May 19, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Bohemian Citizens’ Benevolent Society of Astoria (BCBSA) will host its annual Czech and Slovak Festival at the historic Bohemian Hall and Beer Garden this Memorial Day weekend, inviting New Yorkers to experience a lively celebration of Central European culture in Astoria. The…

Holy Cross High School in Flushing reveals plans for new state-of-the-art campus building

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Mar. 31, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team Holy Cross High School in Flushing unveiled a sneak peek of its new Arts, Technology, and Athletics Center (ATAC) on Thursday, March 27. The unveiling marks a significant step in the school’s long-awaited expansion and the first new building constructed at the school since its…

Electrical fire forces evacuation at Flushing’s New World Mall Saturday: FDNY

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Mar. 29, 2025 By Lloyd Mitchell and QNS News Team Early morning shoppers and workers were evacuated from the New World Mall in Flushing after an electrical fire sent heavy smoke throughout the building just before 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 29. The mall, located at 120-36 Roosevelt Ave., was quickly cleared as firefighters…

Assembly Member Nily Rozic honors local educator during Women’s History Month

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Mar. 27, 2025 By Athena Dawson Assembly Member Nily Rozic is celebrating trailblazing women who are making a lasting impact in their communities during Women’s History Month. This year’s national theme, “Moving Forward Together! Women Educating and Inspiring Generations,” emphasizes the importance of honoring those who uplift and educate future generations. Rozic’s recognition of…