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New York City Harley-Davidson to close Long Island City store, citing economic challenges

Sep. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Sept. 27, 2024 By Czarinna Andres New York City Harley-Davidson, a longstanding dealership in Long Island City, will permanently close its doors on Saturday, Sept. 28, according to an announcement by owner Paul Veracka. The business, located at 42-11 Northern Blvd., cited current economic conditions and limited real estate… Read more »

Taste of Sunnyside returns Oct. 13 with over 60 participating businesses for a day of food and festivities

Sep. 27, 2024 By sobrien Sept. 27, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Food lovers, mark your calendars. The Taste of Sunnyside returns for its 14th annual event on Sunday, Oct. 13. This festival, organized by the Sunnyside Shines Business Improvement District (BID), will feature over 60 local businesses offering diverse flavors from around the world. “Attendees… Read more »

Queens pols call on Adams to resign, others stay quiet after historic corruption charges

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Sep. 26, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan After Eric Adams became the first sitting mayor to be indicted with federal crimes on Wednesday evening, Queens elected officials from all ranks called for his resignation. From city council members to Albany representatives and one notable congresswoman, officials added to existing calls for Adams to step down…

Register now: Sunnyside Post Mile returns in one month with Halloween-themed race to support local community

Sep. 26, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Sept. 26, 2024 Staff Report With just one month remaining, registration is open for the Sunnyside Post Mile, a much-anticipated community event returning Saturday, Oct. 26. The one-mile race, with a Halloween theme, invites participants of all ages to run or walk in costume along Skillman Avenue while supporting… Read more »

Golden Sugar Bakery: How Sabrina Wright turned $19.84 Into a six-figure cake business

Sabrina Wright, owner of Golden Sugar Bakery, is lovingly known by her customers as the “Cake Lady.”

Sep. 26, 2024 By Tracey Khan In a story of remarkable perseverance and entrepreneurial spirit, Sabrina Wright, the owner of Golden Sugar Bakery in Queens, New York, has transformed a modest $19.84 into a thriving six-figure business. Her journey from baking in Guyana to studying at the Culinary Institute of America and then starting her […]

Far Rockaway Library named NYC’s ‘Best New Building’ by Municipal Art Society of New York

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Sep. 26, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The newly reopened Queens Public Library Far Rockaway branch, located at 16-37 Central Ave., was named as the “Best New Building” by the Municipal Art Society of New York during its 2024 MASterworks Awards. The New York City Department of Design and Construction (NYC DDC) handled the library’s design and…

Electric shuttle service launches in Rockaways, providing green transportation to underserved communities

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Sep. 25, 2024 By Athena Dawson A fully electric shuttle service is now running in the Rockaways, offering eco-friendly transportation as part of a new program. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in partnership with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), announced the program’s launch on Monday, Sept. 23.   Circuit…

Queens residents invited to nominate their favorite teachers for $25K grand prize

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Sep. 24, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Queens residents are invited to nominate their favorite teacher for the annual FLAG Awards for Teaching Excellence, which celebrates public school teachers in each borough and awards winners with a $25,000 grand prize. The awards program, now in its sixth year, has been expanded to include 3-K teachers…

New York Hall of Science hosts weeklong ‘STEMOCRACY’ festival focused on climate change and democracy

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Sep. 24, 2024 By Athena Dawson The New York Hall of Science (NYSCI), in collaboration with UN Climate Week, invites residents of all ages to take part in its weeklong climate-focused ‘STEMOCRACY’ Festival. The weeklong festival, held at the museum located at 47-01 111th St. in Flushing, runs from Sept. 22 to 28 and highlights the intersection…