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qns.com | Czarinna Andres
Five years ago, I worked closely with then-Mayor de Blasio and the New York City Council to pull off a minor miracle: saving Woodhaven’s historic Neir’s Tavern. One of America’s oldest bars, Neir’s had weathered the Civil War and even Prohibition. But when our rent suddenly spiked in 2019, it looked like we wouldn’t make it. In January 2020, I tearfully told patrons it was closing time for Neir’s.
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3 weeks ago |
qns.com | Czarinna Andres
Fourteen Queens eateries earned spots on The New York Times’ annual list of the 100 Best Restaurants in New York City, which highlights the most compelling and dynamic culinary destinations across the five boroughs. The 2025 list includes a mix of returning favorites and new additions from Queens. Flushing and Jackson Heights continue to dominate among the borough’s food neighborhoods, with entries in Ridgewood, Forest Hills and South Ozone Park also recognized for excellence.
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jacksonheightspost.com | Czarinna Andres
June 6, 2025 By Paulina AlbarracinWestern Queens is home to a thriving queer community that spans a wide spectrum of genders, sexualities, and identities. Every June, the World’s Borough comes alive with Pride celebrations, as LGBTQ+ New Yorkers gather to honor their stories, raise a glass and celebrate living authentically. From Kween in Astoria to Friend’s Tavern in Jackson Heights, the neighborhood offers no shortage of inclusive and affirming spaces.
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astoriapost.com | Czarinna Andres
June 6, 2025 By Czarinna AndresA cornerstone of Catholic life in Astoria will celebrate a century of faith and service this weekend. Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, located at 21-47 29th St., will mark its 100th anniversary with a special Mass on Sunday, June 8, at 11 a.m. Bishop Robert Brennan, head of the Diocese of Brooklyn, which encompasses Brooklyn and Queens, will lead the celebratory liturgy.
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3 weeks ago |
qns.com | Czarinna Andres
State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. and PS 60 in Woodhaven teamed up in May to collect food and personal care items for the Sacred Heart Parish Ministries food pantry in Glendale. The drive, which ran for the entire month, saw drop-off locations established at both of Addabbo’s district offices and PS 60, allowing community members to contribute non-perishable food, hygiene products, and other essentials to assist local families in need.
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