Category: New businesses

Wendy’s cuts ribbon on Jackson Heights location

December 6, Staff Report

Wendy’s officially opened its Jackson Heights store Tuesday, representing its 11th fast food outlet in Queens.

The Jackson Heights operation, located on corner of Broadway and 73rd Street, is nearly 5,000 square feet, with a ground floor ordering area and second floor seating.…

Enrollment Begins at New Tuition-Free Charter School, Accepting Students from Jackson Heights, Corona, East Elmhurst

Staff Report

A tuition-free charter school that was set to open in the new year has started accepting applications for students entering the 5th grade in 2017.

After receiving SUNY Charter School Institute approval this summer, Forte Preparatory Academy founder and Jackson Heights resident Graham Browne informed the Jackson Heights Post that he has begun accepting applications this fall.…

Man Shot Multiple Times On Roosevelt Avenue

November 16, Staff Report

A man was shot multiple times on Monday morning in Jackson Heights.

A 33-year-old victim was shot in the torso four times following a dispute with an unidentified suspect on Roosevelt Avenue, according to police.…

French/American restaurant to open on 37th Avenue

June 8, By Michael Florio

A former chef for the Canadian ambassador is opening up a restaurant in Jackson Heights that will serve French and American food.

Chef Stewart Wadden, a Canadian native, plans to open his 76-05 37th Avenue restaurant in September.…

Brazilian restaurant to open on Roosevelt Ave.

May 15, By Michael Florio

A Brazilian buffet/restaurant is about to open on Roosevelt Avenue.

Aroma Brazil, located at 75-13 Roosevelt Ave, is expected to open on June 8th and will focus on Brazilian barbeque, according to owner Sydney Costa.…