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Panda Express opens new location in Long Island City

May 13, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

Panda Express, a popular American Chinese fast-casual restaurant chain, celebrated the opening of its latest outlet on May 1 in Long Island City.

The new restaurant, located at 27-14 Queens Plaza S, offers a variety of fan favorites, including Orange Chicken, Beijing Beef, and Honey Walnut Shrimp.

This opening is part of Panda Express’s ongoing global expansion strategy, which has increased its footprint to over 2,000 locations worldwide. The company says it remains committed to its mission of delivering exceptional Chinese dining experiences and making positive contributions to the communities it serves.

Queens subway slasher with Grubhub bag slices woman on E train: cops

May. 12, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki

Transit cops in Queens are looking for the subway slasher carrying a Grubhub delivery bag who sliced a woman’s leg on board an E train last week.

Matted LIC to shut down Vernon Boulevard store after 15 years

May 10, 2024 By Queens Post News Team

Matted LIC, a gallery and frame shop that has operated on Vernon Boulevard for 15 years, is set to close its doors at its current location at the end of the month.

Sunnyside in mourning: 15-year-old charged with murder of 17-year-old peer

May 10, 2024 By Bill Parry

A 15-year-old girl was arraigned Friday afternoon in Queens Criminal Court for the fatal stabbing of a 17-year-old classmate she was seen arguing with before it escalated into violence in Sunnyside on Wednesday night.

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Free pet vaccination in LIC hosted by ASPCA and CancerCare team Tuesday

May 10, 2024 By Athena Dawson

The ASPCA, in partnership with CancerCare PAW Program, is hosting a free pet vaccination event on Tuesday, May 14th, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Long Island City. Queens residents can make an appointment to bring their furry friends to Queensbridge Park, located at 41st Ave.& Vernon Blvd, for DA2PP, FvRCP, and Rabies vaccines.

Queens building boom slows: Lowest development permits issued since 2016

May. 10, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

Queens residents can expect a slowdown in the amount of new development in the coming years.

Op-Ed | Say yes to City of Yes to unlock LIC’s economic potential

May 10, 2024 By Laura Rothrock

New York City has undergone significant changes since the 1960s, a transformation vividly evident in Long Island City (LIC). The neighborhood’s industrial areas are now complemented by a soaring skyline, and our historic landmarked streets and local commercial corridors now lead to an iconic waterfront.

Just Salad opens first Queens location in Astoria with exclusive $5 offers

May. 10, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 10, 2024 By Queens Post News Team

Local women-owned gems for the perfect Mother’s Day present

May. 9, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 9, 2024 By Jessica Militello

From bird watching to crafting, celebrate Mother’s Day with the Queens community

May. 9, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan

For those who want to spend Mother’s Day, and the days leading up to it, outside with the community, there are several notable events to choose from. From free block parties and storytime reading to paid yoga classes and picnics in the garden, there is something for everyone.

New booze-infused ice-cream parlor opens its doors in Astoria

May. 8, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 8, 2024 By Queens Post News Team

Op-Ed | Pressure vs Passion: Making the case for pursuing joy in high school

May. 8, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

Seek Coffee to open new location on Ditmars Boulevard next month

May. 8, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 8, 2024 By Queens Post News Team

New urban industrial facility, the Review Avenue Complex, coming to Long Island City

May 8, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

A new 736,000-square-foot urban industrial facility is being built in Long Island City by the real estate investment and operating company Innovo Property Group, with a targeted completion of Fall 2025.

Mother’s Day brunch spots to try in western Queens

May. 7, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 7, 2024 By Amanda Salazar

Mayor Adams signs legislation to boost safety for FDNY EMTs and Paramedics with new body armor and self defense training

May. 7, 2024 By Anthony Medina

Mayor Eric Adams signed two pieces of legislation this month that will provide self-defense training and body armor to Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) and Paramedics in the FDNY.

Brooklyn-based grocery store signs lease for 13,500 square feet of space at LIC mixed-use development

May 6, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

The local grocery store Dumbo Market has signed a lease for approximately 13,500 square feet of space at Jasper, a $370 million mixed-use development in Long Island City.

Queens Borough President endorses Johanna Carmona for the 37th Assembly District race

May. 6, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

May 6, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

Thai restaurant in Astoria named best halal restaurant in the borough

May. 6, 2024 By emarshall

May 6, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

Arts and culture celebration ‘Queens Rising’ launches calendar of events for June

May. 3, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan

The arts and culture community came together at Queens Museum in Corona Thursday morning to launch the third annual Queens Rising celebration.

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Queens

May. 3, 2024 By Aidan Pellegrino

This weekend, thousands of people all over the world will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo, a holiday commemorating Mexico’s victory over the French Empire in the battle of Puebla in 1862.

Price of closed condos in Astoria rose 11% during first quarter of 2024 compared to previous year: Report

May. 2, 2024 By emarshall

May 2, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

The Noguchi Museum announces winner of Open Call for Artist Banners

May 2, 2024 By Czarinna Andres

The Isamu Noguchi Foundation and Garden Museum in Long Island City recently announced that David Huang’s “Hands Toward the Universe” has triumphed in its third annual Open Call for Artist Banners.

LIC arts company announces Mother’s Day block party with drag story time and solar cooked hot dogs

May 2, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan

The Chocolate Factory Theater, an experimental arts company in Long Island City, announced a jam-packed day of community engagement for its second annual Mother’s Day Block Party and Open House.

Sammy’s Law passed: Queens leaders hail new legislation enabling NYC to lower speed limits for safer streets

May. 1, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

Queens Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas and State Senator John Liu joined community advocates Tuesday to celebrate the passage of Sammy’s Law, a legislation that allows for New York City to determine its own speed limits, in the latest New York State budget.

Sponsored: Local business owner leads cheers for proposed Metropolitan Park

May. 1, 2024 By QNS News Team

Last November, when New York Mets owner Steve Cohen and Queens community leaders unveiled the proposal for Metropolitan Park, local restaurant owner Manji Singh was all in.

Crunching the Queens crime numbers: vehicle thefts increase, grand larcenies on the decline in April 2024

May. 1, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

The number of vehicle thefts across northern and southern Queens increased during the 28-day period from April 1-28, compared to the same period of time last year, according to the latest crime stats released by the NYPD Monday. At the same time, grand larcenies were down across the borough.

Largest outdoor mural installation in Queens unveiled at Paseo Park in Jackson Heights

Apr. 30, 2024 By emarshall

Apr. 30, 2024 By Ethan Marshall

Panhandler assaulted by ticked-off E train rider at Queens Plaza subway station: NYPD

Apr. 30, 2024 By Bill Parry

A persistent panhandler was punched out by an angry commuter on board a northbound E train at the Queens Plaza subway station on Sunday, Apr. 21.

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