Rite Aid Shuttering Half Of Its Astoria Outposts By Mid-February

The neighborhood will be down to two Rite Aids by Feb. 15, a spokesperson confirmed with Patch.

'Expensive' Market To Open At Astoria Luxury Building Next Year

The market chain, which developers say will serve locals who've dealt with grocery store closures, has been criticized for being too pricey.

Luxe Watch Thief Pleads Guilty In Armed Crime Spree: Feds

Victor Rivera's watch thefts included a $250,000 Richard Mille and a $125,000 Audemars Piguet stolen in Long Island City, prosecutors said.

Long-Awaited Astoria Library Renovations Complete; Branch Reopens

ADA-focused renovations at Astoria's Steinway Library were supposed to be done in 2019. The branch finally reopened this week.

W Service Coming 'Soon,' MTA Says; Queens Commuters Still Fed Up

"28th Street is my stop," wrote one local on reddit. "*Weeps in Herald Square.*"

Daughter Begs For Help Finding Her Missing LIC Mom: Report

A backpack and cell phone are the only clues found in the search for Yecely Sanchez, who's been missing since New Years Day, ABC7 reports.

Queensborough Community College: Daniel Cárdenas Is A Renaissance Man

It wouldn't be a stretch to say that Daniel Cárdenas is a Renaissance man.

Bellucci Is Back: Infamous Pizza Chef Opens Another Astoria Spot

Andrew Bellucci, who helped open and then left Bellucci's Pizza​ on 30th Ave last year, is soon opening another pizzeria down the street.

Best Bagels, AOC COVID: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: Local Eateries Join NYC Restaurant Week | 'Movers Stole Our Stuff,' LIC Couple Says | Area COVID Rates Dipping But Cases Still High

Astoria-Long Island City-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Figures

The Queens unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

'Movers Stole Our Stuff:' LIC Couple Waiting For Months: Report

The couple, who haven't seen their belongings since loading them onto a moving truck in November, now fears their items are gone for good.

'The Music Continues:' Adams Thanks Steinway Factory Workers

Mayor Eric Adams gave his daily news conference at Astoria's Steinway & Sons Factory, where he said unionized workers keep the music going.

Astoria Beaten By Jackson Heights In NYC Best Neighborhood Poll

"Astoria has great food, but aside from that I'm not sure what qualifies it as 'best neighborhood,'" wrote one person in agreement.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN INDICTED IN MACHETE DEATH OF HIS MOTHER KILLED IN FEBRUARY 2021

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Osvaldo Diaz, 46, has been indicted by a Queens County grand jury and arraign ...

12 Astoria, LIC Eateries Join NYC Restaurant Week: Here's Where

More than of the Queens eateries that made the cut are Astoria and Long Island City favorites.

Astoria Bagelry Among NYC's Most Popular Bagel Shops, Data Shows

Astoria's Brooklyn Bagel & Coffee Company was one of the most ordered-from bagel shops citywide in 2021, according to Grubhub data.

Is Astoria NYC's Best Neighborhood? Cast Your Vote In This Poll

Astoria is head-to-head against Jackson Heights in a semi-viral bracket poll, which seeded 68 NYC neighborhoods to find which one is best.

Astoria, LIC COVID Rates Dipping, But Cases Still High: Data

Neighborhood positivity rates are dropping as health and city officials say that the omicron wave is nearing its "plateau." Here's the data.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS RESIDENT CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER FOR SHOVING MAN ONTO SUBWAY TRACKS IN MAY 2021

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Ronald Lacey, 23, has been charged with attempted murder, assault and other c ...

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO MANSLAUGHTER IN SHOOTING DEATH OF THE MOTHER OF HIS INFANT CHILD IN 2017

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Robert Rodriguez, 36, has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the first degree ...

Accused Subway-Pusher Hit With Attempted Murder Charge: Queens DA

The man stands accused of shoving an Asian straphanger in front of a train in Long Island City last May, officials say.

LIC Grocery Store Axes Late Night Hours

Queens gourmands can still Stop & Shop, just not at midnight.

Woman Robbed At Knifepoint In Her Sunnyside Apartment, NYPD Says

A man followed the woman into her apartment building, threatened her with a knife, and stole $2K worth of valuables from her, police said.

AOC's Positive COVID Test Sparks Mixed Reactions Among Astorians

After her positive test, tabloids criticized AOC's pro vax-mandate stance and trip to Florida, but some constituents see it differently.

Last Chance To Share Ideas For 21st Street Bus Redesign Project

Astorians can tell the city what they think about bus redesign plans for 21st Street at a final public hearing this Wednesday.

Still Time To Share Ideas For Astoria Open Street

Answer some questions by Jan. 30 about what you want to see on the Open Street this year and you could win a $50 Mom's Restaurant gift card.

14-Year-Old Missing For The Second Time In Queens: NYPD

Alaysia Golden-Johnson hasn't been seen in nearly a week. This is the 2nd time she's gone missing in the past year, police records show.

Where To Go Sledding In Astoria After The Snowfall

One of Queens' best sledding spots is in Astoria, the city says. Get the details here so that you know where to go before the snow melts.

LaGuardia Flight Cancellations: Snow Storm Grounds 300 Planes

The storm hit LaGuardia with 8.4 inches of snow and blanketed the rest of NYC with half a foot, forcing 750 canceled flights region-wide.

Famed Diner Facing Wrecking Ball After Council Approves Rezoning

Neptune Diner would be demolished under the rezoning plan, which unanimously passed the City Council, including a vote from Tiffany Cabán.

Queens To Brooklyn Train Proposal Back On Track, Hochul Promises

At her State of the State, Gov. Kathy Hochul directed the MTA to being studying a long-sought subway line dubbed the "Interborough Express."

Sunnyside Teen, 14, Missing From Midtown Subway, Police Say

The Queens teen was last seen at the 50th Street subway Wednesday afternoon, police said.

Luxury Hookah Lounge Serving Elaborate Desserts Opens In Astoria

Yuzu cake and 30 shisha flavors are on the menu at Sands of Persia, a collaboration between a luxury car collector and acclaimed NYC chef.

Daily Routines vs. Yearly Resolutions

Already Struggling with your 2022 New Year's Resolutions? Successful new year resolutions begin with new daily routines.

LIC Woman Missing From Home All Week, Police Say

The 43-year-old left her Queensbridge South apartment on the evening of Jan. 1st, and hasn't been seen since, police said.

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS WOMAN CHARGED WITH KILLING MAN FOUND DEAD IN HER BED; VICTIM WAS SHOT ONCE IN THE HEAD IN SEPT ...

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Haiyan Deng, 31, has been indicted by a Queens County grand jury and arraigne ...

Legendary Astoria Event Hall Faces Wrecking Ball, Permits Show

Riccardo's By The Bridge shuttered during the pandemic and was quickly sold to a developer who reportedly plans to build apartments.

Closings Underway at The Rowan; Only Three Units Remain Available

93-Percent-Sold, Record-Breaking DXA Studios-Designed Luxury Condo Quickly Approaches Sell-Out as The Rowan Welcomes First Residents

Astoria, LIC Free COVID Testing This Week: Culture Lab, Library

Here's a list of where you can get free PCR and rapid COVID tests in northwest Queen this week, including a new site at LIC's Culture Lab.

Ham Sandwich At LIC Bakery Named Among The Best Dishes Of 2021

Chief Eater critic Ryan Sutton compared the ham sandwich at Ghaya​, famed pastry chef Ghaya Oliveira's cafe, to an "elegant monster truck."