Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Who runs the world? Women! International Women’s Day (IWD) is observed annually on March 8, serving as a global tribute to the social, economic, political and cultural contributions of women. While the day is often marked by celebratory social media posts and acknowledgments from organizations, brands, and public…
Mar. 7, 2025 By Jessica Militello Lent began on Wednesday, March 5, marking a 40-day period of reflection, prayer, and sacrifice for those who observe. A long-standing tradition during this season is abstaining from meat on Fridays, leading many to seek out delicious seafood alternatives. Fortunately, Northeast Queens offers a diverse array of restaurants…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Colum Motherway To mark Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Senator Joseph Addabbo collaborated with Day One, Safe Horizon, and the NYPD hosted a special event last month for the students of John Adams High School in Ozone Park. The event, held on Feb. 26, aimed to educate youth about the…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Colum Motherway The resurgence of avian flu at two animal slaughter markets in Queens has renewed urgent calls to shut down New York City’s densely packed wet markets. The latest outbreaks come just weeks after a temporary closure in February, when an undercover investigation by NYCLASS and Council Member Robert…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Athena Dawson State Senator James Sanders Jr. hosted an immigrant rights forum on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Greater Allen AME Cathedral in Jamaica, bringing together legal experts, faith leaders, and community advocates to discuss the impact of shifting immigration policies on Southeast Queens. Titled “Not a Sanctuary? What Should…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Athena Dawson Air New Zealand and the New Terminal One at JFK Airport announced a new partnership on Tuesday. Travelers flying on Air New Zealand’s flagship Auckland-New York City route will have an elevated customer experience as the airline is set to move its operations to New Terminal One once…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Registration is now open for the NYC Parks & Recreation Queens Summer Camp 2025 lottery, which offers children ages 6 to 13 the opportunity to participate in a summer full of sports, educational activities, and outdoor adventures. The lottery registration period runs from Monday, March 3, to Saturday, March…
Mar. 5, 2025 By Bill Parry Police from the 103rd Precinct in Jamaica and Transit District 20 are looking for a man who assaulted a pregnant woman on a J train last week. The unprovoked attack occurred on the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 25, as the subway was pulling into the Jamaica Center-Parsons/Archer station…
Mar. 5, 2025 By Bill Parry Police from the 103rd Precinct in Jamaica are still looking for a suspect who allegedly stabbed a man multiple times after the two became embroiled in an argument on the night of Tuesday, Feb. 18. The 37-year-old victim was walking past 90-25 170th St. in Jamaica when he…
Mar. 5, 2025 By QNS News Team A housing lottery has opened for 95-25 Waltham St., a newly constructed 16-story residential building in Jamaica. The development offers 52 residences, with 22 units available for renters earning 80% of the area median income (AMI). The lottery, listed on NYC Housing Connect, includes three studios, 14…