Nov. 26, 2024 By sobrien Nov. 26, 2024 By Shane O’Brien A Sunnyside resident has launched an online fundraiser in aid of Jar Bar owner Jason Spratt, who suffered extensive head injuries during a violent robbery in Sunnyside at the end of September. Spratt, who has owned Jar Bar at 45-06 48th Ave. for… Read more »
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Queens CB 3 approves zoning changes for $8 billion Metropolitan Park development amid heated debate
Nov. 25, 2024 By Shane O’Brien Queens Community Board 3 voted overwhelmingly to approve modifications to zoning regulations for the planned $8 billion Metropolitan Park development at a fiery monthly meeting at Queens Public Library (QPL) Langston Hughes Thursday night. More than 100 people crowded into the auditorium at QPL Langston Hughes at 100-01…
Maspeth High School basketball team, local partners rally over 50 volunteers to clean up Grand Avenue
Nov. 5, 2024 By Colum Motherway and QNS News Team Maspeth High School students joined forces to give back to their community on Saturday, Nov. 2, by cleaning up Grand Avenue. The school’s basketball program, led by Boys Varsity Coach Kresimir Mustac, dedicated over two hours to pick up litter and beautify the busy…