May. 13, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A pair of animal welfare non-profits rescued more than 40 dogs and puppies from a filthy and overcrowded Queens apartment last week, with several dogs found crammed behind furniture and hidden in cabinets. Representatives from Animal Care Centers of NYC (ACC) and the American Society for the Prevention…
May. 12, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon and QNS News Team The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) on Monday announced the launch of a comprehensive safety study focused on Conduit Avenue, a high-traffic, multi-lane roadway that stretches across Brooklyn and Queens and has long been plagued by crashes and congestion. Known locally as…
May. 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello Looking for a lively weekend hangout that won’t break the bank? Add Tipsy Tequila and Taco Bar to your go-to list this season. Located at 213-11 41st Ave. in Bayside, the newly opened venue is already drawing crowds with its festive atmosphere, budget-friendly prices and delicious tacos. The…
May. 12, 2025 By Bill Parry A Long Island woman was convicted by a jury in Queens Supreme Court on a slew of charges for her role in a notorious deed theft crew that targeted homes owned by vulnerable seniors in Southeast Queens, Attorney General Letitia James announced on Friday. Stacie Saunders, a former…
May. 12, 2025 By QNS News Team Luck was in the air in southeast Queens this weekend, as a local lottery player scored big in the May 10 Take 5 Evening drawing. The New York Lottery announced that a top-prize ticket worth $34,362 was sold at Linden Convenience Corp, located at 189-07 Linden Blvd.…
May. 12, 2025 By Pamela Harris Hilltop Village Cooperative has been my home for nearly 30 years—a vibrant, close-knit community in the heart of Queens. When I moved here in 1995 with my two-year-old daughter, I found more than just a safe place to live, but a diverse and supportive group of neighbors. Today,…
May. 12, 2025 By Athena Dawson Local students celebrated their creativity at Merrick Academy Charter School’s annual art show, held Thursday, April 24, in the school’s gymnasium at 136-25 218th St. in Laurelton. This year’s exhibition, titled “On My Journey,” showcased artwork from students in grades K–5, including expressive paintings, textile creations, 3D-printed pieces,…
May. 10, 2025 By Ramy Mahmoud and QNS News Team MTA leadership and project officials gathered in the Rockaways on Thursday, May 16, for a site tour of the $393 million Rockaway Line Resiliency and Rehabilitation Project, which is nearing completion just in time for the busy Memorial Day travel weekend. The tour was…
May. 9, 2025 By Colum Motherway In a groundbreaking moment for the Catholic Church and American history, Queens elected officials are proudly celebrating the appointment of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as Pope Leo XIV. The 69-year-old Chicago native becomes the first American to be elected pope, assuming the role of the 267th successor to…
May. 9, 2025 By Council Member James F. Gennaro New York is at a critical crossroads in the fight to decarbonize its energy infrastructure and ensure a healthier, more sustainable future for future generations. The passage of New York’s landmark Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA) was heralded as the beginning of a…