'An Attack On All Of NYC:' MTA Responds To Bike-Train Crash Video

In a now-viral video, a person threw a bike into subway tracks in Astoria, causing two collisions, sparks, and smoke. The MTA responds here.

Home Prices In Astoria-Long Island City Area Continue To Rise

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

A Year After A Fatal Crash, Stop Lights Set Up At Astoria Corner

A delivery worker was fatally hit by a driver at the intersection of 24 Avenue and 33 Street last year, prompting calls for safety upgrades.

Renewable Energy Coming To Astoria Fossil Fuel Plant, Says Hochul

The governor said she will transition NYC's fossil fuel plants, including 1 in Astoria, to renewable energy, starting with 2 new contracts.

NYC Bans Revel Mopeds On Queensboro Bridge Over 'Safety Concerns'

The ban comes less than two months after experienced riders were first allowed to cross the Manhattan and Queensboro bridges.

Safety Violations, Exit Closure: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: Astoria, LIC NYCHA Tenants Died From COVID At Higher Rates | Power Plant Gets 6K Letters Of Opposition | Taqueria Closes With A Bang

Emily Cooper Places Second for Age Group in Tobay Triathlon

Emily Cooper, 31, of Long Island City, N.Y. excels at the Runner’s Edge TOBAY Triathlon and Tri-Relay presented by Engel Burman.

Pumpkin Availability In Astoria-Long Island City Area For 2021

New York is in the top 10 for most pumpkin patch acres in the country.

Man Stabbed Outside Astoria Deli; Police Seek Suspect

Police are still looking for two men, one of whom they said stabbed another man with a knife outside of an Astoria deli last week.

'Drink Us Dry:' Newly Opened Astoria Eatery Closes With A Bang

Tacostoria, which opened its doors less than a year ago, is holding a two-day long closing event after the owner didn't renew his lease.

Astoria, LIC NYCHA Tenants Died From COVID At Higher Rates: Data

The Queensbridge Houses COVID infection rate was on-par with the complex's ZIP code, but the death rate was 51 percent higher, data shows.

Astoria-Long Island City Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

Find a corn maze, pumpkin patch, gourds and other autumn activities near Astoria-Long Island City.

Safety Violations Issued At Half Of Inspected Queens Work Sites

After a seventh construction worker died at work this year, the city inspected 1,929 sites in Queens and found safety issues at 934 of them.

Astoria Power Plant Plan Gets 6K Letters Opposing: Advocacy Group

The public comment period on a controversial Astoria power plant proposal ended this week, giving the state 45 days to make a decision.

Elderly Woman Mugged For Bible In Queens: NYPD Video

The 77-year-old woman was walking on a Long Island City sidewalk in broad daylight when the person began attacking her, police video shows.

'He Did Not Deserve To Die:' GoFundMe For Slain Delivery Worker

Noe Amador Licona, a father-of-one, died while working a delivery shift in Sunnyside — marking another death of an NYC delivery worker.

Astoria-Long Island City-Area Unemployment Rate Steady In July: Feds

The Queens County unemployment rate stayed the same during the summer.

Last Exit Before RFK Bridge Toll To Close During September

Drivers who want to get to Astoria, or avoid an accidental bridge toll, should take note of the Exit 45 closure for the rest of this month.

Person Hit By Driver In Astoria Is 'Hurt But Alive,' Police Say

The Monday morning hit-and-run comes after a deadly weekend in NYC where six people were killed by drivers, including one man in Sunnyside.

Motorcyclist Dies After Launching Into Driver Making U-Turn: NYPD

The motorcyclist, who braked when a driver made a U-turn in the middle of a Sunnyside block, flew over his bike into the car, police said.

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Power Plant Permit, Kickboxing Suit: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: New Caribbean And Soul Food Eatery To Open | Astoria Fridge Closed After Unplugging Incident | 200 Damage Complaints Filed After Storm

Preliminary Work Permit At Controversial Power Plant Approved

NRG Energy got approval to build test piles and a temporary office for construction of a power plant, which remains disputed, records show.

Thai Eatery, Boxing Studio To Open At Shuttered LIC Comedy Club

Bout Boxing fitness studio and Ros Niyom, a Thai eatery, are opening where The Creek and the Club once stood, the Queens Post reported.

Caribbean And Soul Food Restaurant Opening In Astoria This Month

Saucy Fried Chicken, which will open on Sept. 24, has a fried chicken menu with over 63 sauces, plus seafood stews, vegan options, and more.

Martial Arts Coach Beats Up Judge At Kickboxing Tournament: Suit

The Astoria-based coach and gym owner attacked a judge who refused to reveal his trainee’s score after a match, a lawsuit contends.

Amid Major BQE Construction, LGA Exit Ramp To Close Again

The second temporary closure of a La Guardia Airport ramp coincides with major BQE construction reducing the number of highway lanes.

20 Minute Grocery Delivery Is Now Available In Astoria: Report

1520 started in Manhattan amid the pandemic, and now delivers to LIC, Astoria, and parts of Woodside and Sunnyside, QNS reported.

Soccer Start-Up Opening Its First Queens Outpost In LIC: Report

Socceroof, an indoor soccer field start-up, plans to open an LIC outpost that's been years in the making, Commercial Observer reported.

Over 200 Damage Complaints Filed In Astoria, LIC After Storm

From downed trees to flooding, Astoria and LIC residents have filed over 200 complaints reporting damage from Hurricane Ida. Here's where.

SEE IT: Driver Backs Into Subway Shop In Astoria, Says NYPD

The driver was trying to move her car forward when she accidentally barreled into the shop's front glass window, according to the police.

These New Astoria Condos Are Among NYC's Most Popular: Report

People bought more new condos in this Astoria building than in almost any other development in the city last month, The Real Deal reported.

Astoria Fridge Closing Friday After Unplugging Incident

Fridge organizers are taking time to reflect on their work, and will tell the community about next steps soon, they said in a statement.

Astoria Woman Found After Going Missing For 3 Days, Police Say

Stephanie​ Cordero went missing on the evening of Saturday, Sept. 4. She wasn't found until the following Tuesday afternoon, police say.

Deadly Floods, Victim In Burnt Car: Astoria, LIC Week In Review

Also: 2 Astoria Bagel Shops Named Among NYC's Best | Astoria Sports Complex To Become Self-Storage | Arepa Lady Coming To Food Hall

Storm Victim Found In Burnt Car On Parkway Near Astoria: NYPD

The person, who was found on the road near Astoria, is the 11th individual who died in Queens during Wednesday's storm, the NYPD said.

Man Gropes Woman In Broad Daylight On 7 Train, Police Say

A 33-year-old woman was traveling on a Sunnyside-bound 7 train in the middle of the day, when a man touched her, police said.

Woodside Toddler Among At Least 13 Dead In NYC After Flooding

Sources reported that the 2-year-old boy was found alongside two adult family members. The trio died in a flooded basement, police said.

Wendy M. Nicholson Appointed LaGuardia Community College's First Executive Director Of Diversity And Equity

LaGuardia Community College President Kenneth Adams has appointed Wendy M. Nicholson to a vital new leadership role.

2 Astoria Bagel Shops Named Among Best In NYC

Astoria has two of the most "exemplary" shops in the city if you're looking for a boiled-and-baked — never steamed! — bagel, Eater says.