Update on the Grand Slope Staircase Reconstruction Project
As of 2/14/25, The Grand Slope Staircase Reconstruction Project has been pushed back yet again… this time with a projected…
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P.S. 7’s Art Club and Graffiti Squad
Top row: LizAnn Lampropoulos, Robert Aiello, Chloe Chen, Chereane Durante, Yangdon Lhamo, Angie Garcia, Kaleah Gonzalez, Kinley Clarke 4th row:…
New Pet Supply Store Coming To Broadway/Cornish Avenue
A new awning was installed this morning at 83-02 Broadway, on the Cornish Avenue side of the building. Workers say…
Newtown High School students showcase cultural pride in Lunar New Year event
Newtown High School, a historic institution in Elmhurst known for its diverse student body and strong community engagement, hosted a…
Four Local Spots Ranked “Best Thai Restaurants in NYC” By Time Out New York
Zaab Zaab 76-04 Woodside Ave, Queens, NY 11373 zaabzaabnyc.com/ “With the recent departure of Ugly Baby, one of the city’s…
Revisiting “The Annals of Newtown” by James Riker: A Chapter-by-Chapter Summary
Chapter I: Mespat Colony (1609–1650) By the 1630s, Dutch settlers had begun to establish trading posts throughout present-day Queens. In…
John’s Pizza, Elmhurst Staple Since 1965
For over half a century, John’s Pizzeria has been a beloved cornerstone of Elmhurst, serving up slices of history, tradition,…
The Native Americans of Elmhurst
Long before it became the bustling neighborhood of “Elmhurst” in Queens, New York, the area was home to Native American…
Welcome Coco Pastel Bakery to the Neighborhood!
Coco Pastel Bakery, located at 84-52 Grand Avenue, open only 2 weeks ago. They say they bake everything fresh on…
New Pharmacy Coming to 82-10 Grand Ave
Awning is up for a new pharmacy at 82-10 Grand Avenue. The interior is built out, but nothing is stocked…