Astoria Post

12/15/2025

The holidays are here and there’s no better way to get into the spirit than by treating yourself to a cozy, seasonal beverage. Whether you’re a fan of gingerbread, hot chocolate decadence, or always in the mood for something iced, these western Queens cafes have something for everyone to indulge. From marshmallow-topped lattes and candy cane-rimmed mochas, don’t forget to check out some of the area’s latest seasonal drinks for the holiday season.

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12/15/2025

https://qns.com/2025/12/qpl-breaks-ground-astoria-library-renovation/

Queens Public Library (QPL) held a ceremonial groundbreaking Friday afternoon to mark the start of a $14 million project that will modernize Astoria Library.

12/14/2025

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Council Member Tiffany Cabán and transit advocates protested against a ruling ordering the DOT to halt plans for a protected bike lane on 31st Street.

12/11/2025

Hidden in plain sight in Astoria, Steinway & Sons, at 1 Steinway Pl., is a master piano maker and a factory filled with craftspeople making pianos and history for more than a century in a space that feels half like a museum and half like a factory.

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12/11/2025

The median rent for rental units across northwest Queens continued to rise year-over-year in November 2025, while the number of new leases went back to trending down following a boost last month, according to a report by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.

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12/11/2025

New Year’s Eve is just weeks away, and there are plenty of decisions to make, from choosing whether to go all out or host a cozy get-together at home, to finding the perfect outfit and choosing a venue to celebrate the promise of a new year when the clock strikes 12. Whether you want to celebrate the night in style or enjoy a neighborhood gem, here are venues throughout western Queens for the perfect New Year’s Eve celebration.

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12/10/2025

Council Member Tiffany Cabán joined a number of transit advocacy groups in Astoria Tuesday night to protest against a Queens Supreme Court ruling ordering the Department of Transportation to halt plans for a protected bike lane along 31st Street.

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12/10/2025

Brian Romero, the former chief-of-staff to Assembly Member Jessica González-Rojas, officially launched his campaign to succeed González-Rojas in Assembly District 34 with a kickoff event in Jackson Heights.

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12/09/2025

A coalition of Astoria residents and business owners gathered outside the St. Demetrios Greek-American School Tuesday morning to celebrate a court ruling ordering the Department of Transportation to halt plans for a protected bike lane along 31st Street.

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12/09/2025

Photos: PS84Q spreads holiday cheer with annual Winterfest Holiday Market

PS84Q Steinway Elementary held its 4th Annual Winterfest Holiday Market last Saturday, Dec 6. featuring an afternoon of holiday fun.

12/08/2025

An Astoria man was convicted of attempted murder, assault and other crimes for shoving his 64-year-old mother out of their third-floor apartment window in 2024, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced Monday.

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12/08/2025

A Queens judged has ordered the Department of Transportation to halt a planned protected bike lane on Astoria’s 31st Street in a surprise ruling that defies legal precedent in the city.

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