Worldwide German Kebab Chain Opening Astoria Eatery

German Doner Kebab, which has over 100 restaurants across seven countries, will open a Steinway Street location amid its U.S. expansion.

City Parks Employee Arrested In LIC For Assaulting Coworker: Cops

An on-duty Parks Department employee was arrested Tuesday after beating up a coworker in Long Island City, according to police.

Industrial Astoria Block To Become 152-Unit Building, Plans Show

The transformation of Astoria's industrial blocks is set to continue, as a rigging business is replaced by a 152-unit apartment building.

Missing Astoria Boy Found Safe, Police Say

A 13-year-old boy who had been reported missing from an Astoria housing complex has been found safe, police said.

Queens To Brooklyn Train Could Link With LaGuardia Airport: MTA

MTA brass said two transit plans in northwest Queens could converge: a subway line linking BK and Queens and a public transit route to LGA.

Friday Night Dinner and Cocktails in Astoria, Queens, NY

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Kosciuszko Bridge Illuminated In Solidarity With Ukrainian People

"New York will continue to stand by the Ukrainian people in their fight against tyranny and oppression," Governor Hochul said Thursday.

Queensbridge Families Get Boost In NYC Doula, Midwife Expansion

"It’s time we do right by every mother and every baby, no matter the color of their skin or the language they speak," the mayor said.

Elderly LIC Man Missing From Home For Several Weeks: NYPD

The 69-year-old man left his apartment in the Queensbridge Houses on March 2nd and hasn't been seen since, police said.

Astoria Cafe Listed For Sale On Craigslist Weeks After Reopening

The vegan Latin American eatery underwent months of renovations and tried to move locations before reopening in March. Now it's for sale.

1 Shot At Queensbridge Amid Bloody Night At NYCHA Houses: Report

At least four people were shot on the grounds of NYCHA complexes Monday night, the NY Post reported, following a weekend of violence in NYC.

Astoria Bike Lane Gets Concrete Safety Barriers: DOT

Several blocks along Crescent Street started getting concrete upgrades Monday night, marking the first step in a citywide bike safety push.

Jeff Bezos Ex Gives $10M To LIC Nonprofit Amid Bail Reform Fight

Mackenzie Scott, philanthropist and former wife of the Amazon CEO, channeled funds to a Queens organization fighting mass incarceration.

Failing Up: First Link5G ‘Smart Pole' Stands Quietly In Queens

Supertall 5G-transmitting “smart poles” destined to sit atop LinkNYC kiosks won’t roll out until later this spring.

Astoria Starbucks Workers Seek To Unionize, Joining Trend

The employees at the Astoria Boulevard Starbucks are pushing to form a union — the latest location to be swept up in the nationwide trend.

New Apartment Building Coming To Broadway In Astoria, Plans Show

The controversial owners of the Steinway Mansion are now planning a new apartment building on Broadway, likely displacing a longtime bodega.

Man Hit, Killed By Train In Astoria: Police

A man believed to be urinating on the subway tracks slipped and was fatally struck by an R train in Astoria on Thursday, police said.

5 Astoria, LIC 'Dark Stores' Shut Down As Companies Implode

Fridge No More and Buyk have shut down their Queens warehouses after both delivery companies imploded — possibly due to the war in Ukraine.

Astoria Film Screening Will Relive Greek Soccer 'Miracle'

Members of the 2004 Greek national soccer team that shocked the world by winning the Euro championship will be on hand at the Astoria event.

'Mask Fatigue': Pilots Sue CDC To End Airplane Mask Mandate

Seven pilots from JetBlue and three from other airlines are seeking an injunction to the federal transportation mask mandate on airplanes.

Long-Closed Sunnyside Cinema To Finally Be Torn Down, Owner Says

A decade after buying the beloved theater, John Ciafone tells Patch he is finally close to demolishing it to make way for apartments.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN BUSTED FOR BOGUS UNION MEMBERSHIP CASH CON

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Jofre Ortega, 54, has been charged with grand larceny and other crimes for al ...

Astoria, Long Island City's 2 Pandemic Years: 700 Dead, 51K Cases

As New York City marks two years since its first COVID-19 death, here's the toll the virus has taken in Astoria and Long Island City.

New Bike Parking Corral Coming To Astoria This Summer

A sleek curbside corral that can hold six bikes will be installed on an Astoria avenue this summer as part of a citywide pilot.

Block-Sized Astoria Housing Development Gets Thumbs-Up From Board

A low-rise Astoria block may soon be transformed with apartments, art studios and more after a proposed rezoning drew little pushback.

Knifepoint Robber At LIC Subway Station Is Sought, Police Say

A woman was robbed at knifepoint at the Queens Plaza subway stop Sunday, police said — the station's second frightening crime within weeks.

Family-Run Turkish Restaurant Opening On Broadway In Astoria

Replacing the former Bella Donna Pizza shop on Broadway: Turkiye, a family-owned restaurant serving up kebabs, coffee, desserts and more.

New Public Park Included In Long Island City Tower: See It

A half-acre park with dog runs, a playground and more is being built next to the distinctive Sven tower at Queens Plaza. Here's a look.

Queens District Attorney's Office: MARYLAND RESIDENT CHARGED WITH 336 COUNTS OF CRIMINAL POSSESSION OF A WEAPON AND OTHER CRIMES IN LARG ...

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21st Street Redesign Coming To Astoria This Spring, MTA Says

The contested project to add bus lanes and pedestrian improvements to Astoria's congested, dangerous 21st Street will begin within weeks.

Astoria Shooting Suspect Arrested After Woman's Death: Police

School safety officer Mye Johnson, 27, died after a birthday celebration at Solletto erupted in violence, according to police and reports.

Astoria's Innovation QNS Developers Are Being Cagey, Pol Says

The developers behind Astoria's huge Innovation QNS project have avoided answering basic questions, City Councilmember Julie Won alleged.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO MANSLAUGHTER IN STABBING DEATH OF HIS WIFE

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Jawad Hussain, 60, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter and assault for the Jan ...

New Long Island City Open Space Needs Art, Developers Say

A new public garden is wrapping up work near the Long Island City waterfront, and developers want artists to submit ideas for sculptures.

Dueling Bellucci's: New Astoria Pizzeria Set To Open After Split

Andrew Bellucci's new Astoria joint will serve its first slices this weekend. But to his dismay, the pizzeria he quit still bears his name.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN SENTENCED TO 19 YEARS IN PRISON AFTER PLEADING GUILTY TO STABBING TO DEATH HIS SON-IN-LAW ...

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Marco Ortiz, 48, has been sentenced to 19 years in prison after pleading guil ...

New Long Island City Skyscraper Will Be Tallest In Queens: Plans

A nearly 800-foot residential skyscraper will soon rise near Queens Plaza, city records show — eclipsing a nearby tower as Queens's tallest.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS IN PRISON FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER; DEFENDANT STABBED TWO MEN IN SOUTH O ...

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz today announced that Terrence Harry, 40, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after being conv ...

Block Of Broadway In Astoria To Become 158-Unit Building

The auto shop and taxicab parking that cover a block of Broadway near Socrates Sculpture Park may soon be displaced by a new building.

New Bar Opens In Sprawling Long Island City Food Hall

The Bar at JACX&CO is the latest addition to the 15,000-square-foot food hall in Long Island City. A happy hour deal will toast the opening.