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Fight night in Queens: Best bars to catch Taylor vs. Serrano’s epic trilogy fight

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Jul. 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello The rivalry that redefined women’s boxing returns to where it all began. Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano are set for a third explosive clash at Madison Square Garden on Friday, July 11, with the world watching live on Netflix. The pound-for-pound number 1 and number 2 female boxers…

World Kebab Day is Friday — and this Queens eatery has the deal to celebrate

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Jul. 8, 2025 By Jessica Militello This Friday, July 11th, marks World Kebab Day, and Döner Haus is celebrating with an irresistible $10 kebab sandwich special. The German-style Kebab eatery will have a promotion all day at its three New York City locations, including one in Astoria, 31-15 30th Ave., and one in Bayside,…

Astoria keeps the Pride spirit alive with summer picnic at Socrates Park June 28

Jun. 27, 2025 By jmilitello June 27, 2025 By Jessica Militello Pride Month may be winding down, but the celebration continues in Astoria. On Saturday, June 28, Astoria Has Pride will host its annual Pride in the Park Picnic at Socrates Sculpture Park from 12 to 6 p.m. The free, family-friendly event welcomes all…

Housing lottery opens for 19 income-restricted units in Astoria, starting at $2,850

Jun. 19, 2025 By emarshall June 19, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Sign up for our weekly email newsletter to stay updated on the latest housing lotteries in New York City. New York City has launched a housing lottery for 19 units in an 8-story mixed-use building at 37-42 30th St. in Astoria. The building features 63…

Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series brings music to parks from Astoria to Jamaica

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Jun. 17, 2025 By Athena Dawson Jazz lovers of all ages can celebrate the start of this year’s Queens Jazz Trail Concert Series this week.  The free concert series is back in full swing, with its inaugural performance on Thursday, June 19, at 7 p.m., at Astoria Park, located at 19 St. bet. Astoria…

Astoria Has Pride to host annual Pride picnic at Socrates Sculpture Park June 28

Jun. 12, 2025 By jmilitello June 12, 2025 By Jessica Militello The grass is greener where there’s pride. Astoria Has Pride will host its annual Pride Picnic in the Park on Saturday, June 28, from 12 to 6 p.m., inviting the community to enjoy an afternoon of inclusivity, celebration, and summer fun. The free…

Astoria’s Rowan development enters second phase with 90 new residences

Jun. 10, 2025 By emarshall June 10, 2025 By Ethan Marshall As construction begins on the second phase of the Astoria mixed-use development Rowan at 21-11 31st St., new renderings have been unveiled for the project. The second phase consists of the second building of the project, Rowan II. This building will be 70…

Astoria’s Comfortland makes its Manhattan debut this July

Jun. 9, 2025 By jmilitello June 9, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Lower East Side is about to get a sweet makeover, Astoria-style, with the expansion of Comfortland to the NYC neighborhood. The beloved local gem, known for its decadent sweets and savory sandwiches, is slated to open its newest location at 92 Rivington…