Queens District Attorney's Office: LONG ISLAND MAN INDICTED FOR COLD CASE MURDER IN SHOOTING DEATH OF 34-YEAR-OLD FATHER

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Michael Brown, 37, has been indicted by a Queens grand jury, charging him wit ...

Home Prices In Astoria-Long Island City Area Increased Recently

The Astoria-Long Island City area has experienced explosive home price growth this past year and prices are still moving upward.

Chef Leaving Bellucci's Pizza​ Over Business Dispute, He Says

Andrew Bellucci is leaving his eponymous pizzeria in Astoria, but the pizzeria's owner says that the shop will still serve pies.

Free Pop-Up Programs Coming To Ditmars Open Boulevard In October

The free events in Astoria are part of the city's plan to expand Open Streets in underserved neighborhoods as the program becomes permanent.

Astoria Teenager, 17, Has Been Missing For Two Weeks

The 17-year-old left her apartment in the Astoria Houses on Sept. 24. As of Friday morning she is still missing, police said.

Pizzeria Caught In Anti-Vax Spat Hits Market, Staff Claims Mix-Up

An Astoria pizzeria that some thought was defying the city’s vaccine mandate is now for sale on Craigslist. Patch spoke with a manager.

Queens District Attorney's Office: MANHATTAN MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER IN STABBING OF MAN IN ELMHURST NEIGHBORHOOD PARK

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Daniel Deloir, 37, has been charged with attempted murder, assault and other ...

NYCHA Librarygoers Bore The Brunt Of Late Fees In Astoria, LIC

Patrons at the Ravenswood and Queensbridge library branches had their cards blocked at higher-than-area rates before this week, data shows.

Elevator At LIC Subway Closed For Repairs Months After Opening

The MTA estimates that the elevator will reopen on Friday, but it doesn't know exactly since it is maintained by an outside organization.

LIC Man Indicted On Sex Trafficking, Assault Charges

The man allegedly forced a 24-year-old into prostitution, abusing her when she said she didn't want to have sex for money, the DA reported.

Queens District Attorney's Office: BRONX MAN CONVICTED AT TRIAL OF MURDER IN BOTCHED SOUTH RICHMOND HILL HOME INVASION IN 2016

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Jose Pichardo, 27, has been convicted at trial of murder and other crimes for ...

Queens District Attorney's Office: QUEENS DRIVER SENTENCED TO PRISON FOR KILLING PEDESTRIAN

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced today that Jorge Samaniego, 52, has been sentenced to up to 15 years in prison after ple ...

6 Astoria, LIC Schools Close Classrooms For COVID Cases

A dozen area schools are affected by COVID-19 protocols this week, but after the city relaxed its quarantine rules most kids are in class.

Man Steals $800 From Astoria Church Collection Box, Video Shows

The man walked into St. George Coptic Orthodox Church and stole hundreds of dollars in the light of day, the NYPD video footage shows.

Queens District Attorney's Office: Assembly Holds Hearing On Rikers Crisis: ‘The Bad News You Think It Is’

Both the city and the federal monitor have been ordered to submit an updated report on the jail to the court by October 14.

Queens District Attorney's Office: Assembly Holds Hearing On Rikers Crisis: ‘The Bad News You Think It Is’

Both the city and the federal monitor have been ordered to submit an updated report on the jail to the court by October 14.

Hochul To Port Authority: 'Thoroughly Examine' Cuomo's AirTrain

While the Governor didn't oppose Cuomo's controversial $2B project outright, she called on the Port Authority to look into alternatives.

Astoria Leader Demands End To Cuomo's LaGuardia AirTrain Plan

State Sen. Gianaris said he would instead support an N train extension that doesn't cut through Astoria neighborhoods, the NY Post reported.

Dead Man Found Offshore Of Astoria Park, Police Report

The man's body was found floating in the East River. He is the second person found dead in the water in Queens in the past several days.

Find The Best Pumpkin Patches Near Astoria, Long Island City

Fall brings pumpkin patches to life in the Astoria-Long Island City area.

Pizza Shop Reopens, Festival Returns: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: LGA's Renovated Terminal Wins Award | Worker Fired After Time Off Request | Queens Leaders Join Fight Against Cuomo's AirTrain

LGA's Long Maligned Main Terminal Wins Award For $4B Renovation

President Biden once derided the terminal as "third-world," but after a $4B facelift it won the award for NYC's "best new infrastructure."

A Childhood In Queens Shaped Japan's Likely Next Prime Minister

Fumio Kishida, Japan's likely next prime minister, says he saw justice and diversity in action as an elementary schooler in Elmhurst.

Queens Leaders Join Fight Against Cuomo's LaGuardia AirTrain Plan

State Sen. Leroy Comrie and Borough President Donovan Richards don't think building should start on the $2B project, the NY Post reported.

Man Who Punched Woman In LIC Subway Station Sought By Police

The 47-year-old woman was waiting on a train platform when the man attacked her, breaking her nose and bruising her face, police said.

In-Person Film Festivals Return To Astoria This Weekend

The Astoria Film Festival and the New York Greek Film Expo both kick off Friday Oct. 1, including screenings at local bars and museums.

Worker Asks For Time To Care For Wife With Cancer, Is Fired: Suit

An American Airlines worker in Queens planned to take time off to help his wife recover from cancer surgery. Then he was fired, a suit says.

Queer Tap Takeover, Speed Dating Coming To LIC Thursday Night

The night of LGBTQ owned-and-operated brews and queer speed dating is reportedly Queens’ first pride-inspired tap and can takeover.

Exit From BQE To Queens Boulevard To Close For Two Weeks

Drivers who want to get to northwest Queens from the BQE should take note of the Exit 39 closure through Oct. 11.

Beloved Astoria Pizza Shop Reopens Months After Devastating Fire

Retro Pizza, a family-owned pizza joint in Astoria, shuttered in May after a devastating fire gutted the shop. Now, the shop is reopening.

Astoria Film Festival Returns Online And In Person

Outdoor events will take place at Kaufman Astoria Studios and Heart of Gold Bar and feature local and international filmmakers.

Father-Of-6 Fatally Shot In Face At Astoria Houses: NYPD, Sources

Anthony Edwards was standing near his home with a friend when a gunman opened fire on the pair, killing Edwards and hurting the other man.

Abandoned Cars, Renewable Energy: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: Astoria Park Reopens After False Start | Locals Sue Feds Over LaGuardia AirTrain | Revels Banned On Queensboro Bridge

These LIC Eateries Pay Tipped Workers Above Minimum Wage: Study

A cocktail bar and a Taiwanese spot in LIC were included in a study of employers that pay tipped workers more than minimum wage — plus tips.

Abandoned For Months, 15K Cars Sit On Queens' Roads

More than 15,000 abandoned cars have been reported on Queens streets. But removing them, especially from Open Streets, is a challenge.

Back Rent Down In Queens: Analysis

More than one out of every five Queens rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Group Who Tossed Bike Onto Astoria Subway Tracks Sought By Police

Police said that the bike-train collisions, which caused sparks and smoke, could have been fatal for straphangers, though no one was hurt.

After A False Start This Summer, Astoria Park Playground Reopens

Families were confused after Astoria Park's Charybdis Playground opened for one weekend in July. On Wed. the playground officially reopened.

After A Year Of Protests, Queens Borough Prez Opposes Gas Plant

Donovan Richards joined a chorus of local officials and advocates calling to replace Astoria's peaker plant with renewable energy, not gas.

Queens Advocates Sue Federal Government Over LaGuardia AirTrain

Advocates want appeals judges to make the federal government redo its original project evaluations, which they say were unlawful.