Long Island City School Evacuated After Bomb Threat, Police Say

Students and teachers have re-entered Hunters Point Community Middle School after a bomb threat forced them to evacuate, police said.

After Outcry, LIC & Astoria Kept Mostly Whole In Latest Council Maps

Long Island City's Council district would no longer be merged with Manhattan under a new set of maps released after numerous complaints.

LIC High-Rise Tower Voted Down By Board Over Neighborhood Concerns

A waterfront tower that would rehab a decrepit warehouse and open up Anable Basin was rejected by a Queens board — but may still be built.

Free Dessert Truck Coming To Astoria Sunday

A Manhattan bakery is celebrating its birthday by handing out a famous treats for free citywide, including in Astoria. Find out more here.

'Unplug This Plant:' Schumer Urges NYers To Reject Gas Plant Plan

Senator Schumer, politicians, and organizers in Astoria called on locals to stand up against a fracked gas proposal for an area power plant.

LIRR Service Halted Between Queens And Nassau On Oyster Bay Line

Downed trees caused the LIRR to temporarily replace trains on the Oyster Bay line with busses between Queens and Nassau County.

SEE IT: Con Ed Plant Struck By Lightning, Engulfed In Smoke

The lightning in Astoria came hours after a severe thunderstorm tore through the city on Thursday, causing citywide infrastructural damage​.

See The Money Coming To Astoria From NYC's 2022 Budget

The city's new $99 billion budget includes thousands of dollars heading to Astoria. Here are a few notable projects.

Controversial Power Plant Proposal Opens For Public Comment

A state environmental group asked the public to weigh in on the climate impacts of a proposed fracked gas upgrade to Astoria's peaker plant.

Locals Protest Newly OK'd Building With Parking Spots Near Train

The 11-story building, which has a proposed 30-car garage, would be located steps away from the 30th Avenue subway and many bus lines.

Annual Picnic Celebrating Bangladeshi Culture To Be Held Saturday

A celebration of Bangladeshi culture will take place this year, following two years of canceled events due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Astoria-Long Island City Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Queens decreased recently.

Free Concert Series In Astoria Park Extended Through August

Last month's popular concert series in Astoria Park has been extended through August, with performances on Thursday nights starting July 15.

Deadline Fast Approaching For Astoria Film Festival Submissions

Emerging creators can submit films, web series, and podcasts to the festival through Saturday. The monthlong event will happen in October.

Julie Won Wins LIC's 26th District City Council Primary Race

Won had 56.7 percent of the vote after ranked-choice results and a preliminary absentee ballot count were calculated late on Tuesday.

Tiffany Cabán Wins Astoria's City Council Race

Cabán won 62.6 percent of the preliminary vote, marking her first successful campaign in Queens after narrowly losing the 2019 DA race.

Institute for Community Living Launches ICL Hope Center

New Yorkers can call 844-ICL-HOPE for help getting clinical appointments, housing placements, or to speak with a trained ICL staffer

Hot Dogs Eaten, LIC Teen Sues DOE: Astoria-LIC Week In Review

Also: Shutdown Of Astoria's Bars Showcased In Film | Voter Turnout Surged In Astoria | An Amusement Park Is Coming To Astoria

Hot Dog Eating-Contest Loser From Astoria Hopes For Comeback

Prudence DiBenedetto has placed last in Nathan's infamous hot dog-eating contest twice. She hopes this weekend's contest will be different.

Win Prizes By Eating At This Black-Owned Restaurant In Astoria

Snowdonia​​ is one of the 130 food businesses participating in the tristate area's Black Restaurant Week, which includes prizes and awards.

Fireworks Near Me: Astoria’s 4th Of July 2021

Patch has your complete guide to the Fourth of July fireworks near Astoria and Long Island City.

SEE IT: Crane Flips Over, Crashes Into Astoria Construction Site

The body of the crane is suspended in the air, leaning against the site's steel frame, and its arm has collapsed onto a nearby building.

City To Tow Cars Parked In LIC Streets On July 3, 4

The NYPD is taking many precautions at the Macy's 4th of July firework show, including parking restrictions near Hunter’s Point South Park.

Shutdown Of Astoria's Bars During COVID Showcased In New Film

“Last Call: The Shutdown of NYC Bars," documents the impacts of the pandemic on Astoria's bar workers. The film premieres in NYC on July 3.

Astoria-Long Island City Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Teen Robbed On Woodside Train By Man With Eyebrow Tattoos: NYPD

The teenager was sitting on a 7 train in the middle of the day when a man approached her and stole her iPhone out of her hands, police said.

An Amusement Park Is Coming To Astoria

The pop-up carnival will include 5 days of amusement park-style rides, games, and festival fare, all under the RFK bridge in Astoria Park.

'Glaring Safety Violations' Prompt 69 Queens Work Site Closures

The city closed 322 construction sites citywide following the death of 7 construction workers this year, including 1 in Long Island City.

LIC Teen Sues DOE Over Years Of Anti-Gay Bullying, Harassment

The teen was called homophobic slurs and bullied for years. Officials said that most of these instances weren't bias-based harassment.

Queensborough Community College: Queensborough Showed-Up For Me So I Could Push Through For Myself

Queensborough graduate April Simmons, '21, has wanted to help people ever since her goddaughter, Brianna, was diagnosed with a rare gene ...

Voter Turnout Surged In Astoria, LIC, Dropped In Other Areas

The percentage of voters who went to the polls in Queens' COVID-stricken neighborhoods dropped. Those races also had incumbent candidates.

SEE IT: Person Breaks Into Car In LIC, Steals $2K Worth Of Items

Early in the evening of Monday May 24 a person broke into a car parked on 41st Avenue in Long Island City. See the video here.

CUNY School Of Law And LaGuardia Community College Announce The David Mixner Fellowship Program

LaGuardia students will learn about advocacy work, gain non-profit experience, and build their professional experience.

Astoria, LIC's Weekend Subway Service Changes June 26-27

Here's what you need to know if you're taking the subway this weekend in the neighborhood.

Neighbors Voted, Target To Open: Astoria-LIC Week In Review

Also: Election Results Prompt Communism Sign | Astoria Thai Spot Ranked One Of NYC's Best | Early 4th Of July Fireworks Return

3 LIC, Queens-Based Artists, Organizations Awarded Prizes

3 artists and artistic nonprofits from Queens, including 2 from Long Island City, were awarded prizes from a preeminent arts foundation.

The Astoria Pool Will Reopen On Monday After A Filter Setback

After a slight setback, the Astoria Pool is slated to open this upcoming Monday. The other 6 public pools in Queens will open on Saturday.

Queens Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Astoria-Long Island City area compares to New York and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

This Astoria Thai Restaurant Is One Of NYC's Best, New List Says

An Astoria restaurant has been named one of the most "thrilling" places to get Thai food in all of New York City, according to a new list.

Celebrate Independence Day Early With Fireworks At Astoria Park

Astoria will host an annual early Independence Day fireworks show and concert on Tuesday, June 29. Here's what you need to know.