Astoria Peaker Plant 'Should Not Go Forward,' Says Mayor

The Mayor joins a growing list of Queens elected officials and advocacy groups opposing the fracked gas proposal for Astoria's peaker plant.

Astoria Councilman Backs Ex-Sanitation Commish's Bid For Mayor

Council member Costa Constantinides endorsed Kathryn Garcia as his second pick for mayor, following his 2020 endorsement of Scott Stringer.

Federal Taxes In Queens: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Queens.

Astoria Council Member Constantinides Resigns For Nonprofit Job

Constantinides will resign from City Council starting April 9 to accept a job as the CEO of the Variety Boys and Girls Club.

$2.9 Million Repairs To Astoria's Whitey Ford Field Break Ground

Long-awaited repairs to the Hallets Point baseball fields finally began Wednesday, a project that will bring new grass, dugouts and more.

Maloney, AOC Call For Vaccination Sites At Astoria Senior Centers

The Congresswomen encouraged the mayor to add vaccination sites to facilities in Long Island City and Astoria.

Deadline Approaching For Queens Community Board Applications

Applications to serve on a Queens community board are due by the end of the day Friday.

Astoria Gym Gets CB1 Approval For Expansion It Already Did

The Rock Health & Fitness, a gym on 31st Street in Astoria, got approval to authorize its expansion from one floors to two.

Newest Astoria Lawmaker To Host First Virtual Town Hall

State Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani will introduce himself and his staff and listen to attendees' comments and concerns about the district.

11-Story Astoria Development Plan Goes Before Borough President

Queens Borough President Donovan Richards will host a hearing Thursday on a proposed apartment building at 30-02 Newtown Ave.

City Starts Planning Upgrades For LIC's Queensbridge Baby Park

More than 100 people joined a virtual discussion Thursday to share ideas for a re-envisioned Queensbridge Baby Park.

Astoria Still 'Yellow Zone' As Cuomo Eases Most Restrictions

Gov. Andrew Cuomo lifted restrictions Wednesday on color-coded coronavirus cluster zones across the state, but not in Queens.

Astoria Public Library Slated For Multimillion-Dollar Upgrade

The upcoming renovation will make the library fully accessible, officials said this week.

Officials To Host Briefing On Astoria Library Renovation

Wondering about the status of the Astoria public library renovation? Officials will discuss the new design Monday.

LIC Composting Site Staves Off Eviction By City, For Now

The parks department will let community composter Big Reuse stay on its site under the Queensboro Bridge until June 2021.

Officials Eye 5Pointz Towers As Court Square Library's New Home

The library has until 2025 to make a decision about whether to lease the 5Pointz space, a Queens Public Library spokesperson said.

Astoria Tenants Protest Landlord's Refusal To Repair Boiler

Tenants of a rent-regulated apartment building in Astoria say their landlord has left them out in the cold — so to speak.

Lack Of Data Plagues Lawmakers In Queens Coronavirus Hotspots

Lawmakers in Queens neighborhoods where COVID-19 rates are rising say the city has given them no guidance on what's causing the upticks.

Renovation Work Begins At Doughboy Plaza In Queens

The $1.87 million renovation will rebuild the plaza surrounding the park's beloved Doughboy monument.

NY Sen. Michael Gianaris Wins Another Term In Uncontested Race

State Sen. Michael Gianaris ran unopposed in the general election, handing him an automatic win once the polls closed Tuesday night.

Zohran Mamdani Wins Astoria Assembly Seat In Uncontested Race

Newcomer Zohran Mamdani ran unopposed in the general election after defeating Assembly Member Aravella Simotas in the June primary.

AOC Holds Onto Congress Seat Following A Multimillion-Dollar Race

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has won her first re-election bid, the Associated Press projected Tuesday night.

How Is Voting Going In Long Island City, Astoria: Tell Us

Patch wants to hear from voters casting their ballots on Election Day. Here's how to let us know how it went for you.

Voting In Astoria And LIC: Everything You Need To Know

Patch has put together a guide to where and when you can cast your ballot on Election Day and the local races to follow.

Election Day In Astoria And LIC: When, Where To Vote

Patch has put together everything you need to know about voting in the 2020 Election, from guides to local races to how to cast a ballot.

Hallets Cove Waterfront Restoration To Kick Off This Winter

Starting early next year, construction crews will clear debris and trash from the cove and demolish its dilapidated pier.

Election 2020: Astoria And Long Island City Voter Guide

Here's everything Astoria and Long Island City residents need to know about voting in the 2020 Election and the local races to watch.

Astoria City Council Hopefuls Leave Race To Back Tiffany Cabán

Ex-Stonewall Democratic Club President Rod Townsend on Thursday became the second candidate to drop out of the race and endorse Cabán's bid.

WATCH: Homeless Services Cops Cuff LIC Man Who Photographed Them

A new video shows the moment Department of Homeless Services cops arrested a Queens man after he photographed them not wearing masks.

Hallets Cove Seawall To Get $4.7M Restoration This Fall

The parks department is slated to begin work this fall on a multimillion-dollar restoration of the concrete seawall along Hallets Cove.

Tiffany Cabán Launches Astoria Council Bid, 1 Year After DA Race

The public defender made a name for herself in progressive politics after her near victory in last year's Queens district attorney race.

Homeless New Yorkers To Be Moved Out Of Long Island City Hotel

The city will move homeless individuals out of a Long Island City hotel where they have been staying during the coronavirus pandemic.

Tiffany Cabán To Run For City Council In Astoria: Report

The former Queens district attorney candidate is planning to run for City Council next year, according to a City & State report.

Carolyn Maloney Declared Winner In New York Congressional Primary

U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney was certified as the winner of the Democratic primary after a six-week delay to count absentee ballots.

Just Over Half Of Queens Has Filled Out 2020 Census: Data

Officials are kicking off a weeklong competition to increase 2020 U.S. Census response rates in Queens and the rest of New York City.

Zohran Mamdani Unseats Aravella Simotas In Astoria Assembly Race

New York Assembly Member Aravella Simotas on Wednesday conceded to challenger Zohran Mamdani, a first-time candidate for elected office.

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Wins Democratic Congressional Primary

The AP called the race for U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as she held a clear lead over three Democratic challengers Tuesday night.

Gianaris Declares Victory With Thousands Of Ballots Uncounted

State Sen. Michael Gianaris declared victory Tuesday night in his bid for reelection, even with thousands of absentee ballots uncounted.

NYC Primary Election 2020: Michael Gianaris Defends Senate Seat

Queens Democrats get to cast a ballot this month in a collection of local, state and federal primaries. Patch is profiling each candidate.

NYC Primary Election 2020: Michelle Caruso-Cabrera Takes On AOC

Queens Democrats get to cast a ballot this month in a collection of local, state and federal primaries. Patch is profiling each candidate.