BIA temporarily closed by Health Dept. for unsanitary conditions
March 2, Staff Report A trendy Vietnamese restaurant in Long Island City has been temporarily shut down by the Health Department for unsanitary conditions. Bia, a Vietnamese restaurant at 23-10 Jackson Avenue that opened nearly two years ago, was closed yesterday by the Health Department for racking up 49 violation points during an inspection. According […]
Note-Passing Thief Tries to Rob Bank in Long Island City, Police Say
The man fled the bank empty-handed after the teller refused his demand to hand over cash, police said. View Full Caption NYPD LONG ISLAND CITY — A man tried to rob a bank in Queensboro Plaza but fled empty handed after the teller refused his demand to hand over cash, according to the NYPD. The […]

Where is Rep. Maloney? Update: You can meet her March 10th
Our most direct representative in DC. Not seen much in our district (especially when a Senator or TV camera aren’t present). Sighting: in Washington in front of TV Cameras for the Presidential address, indeed wearing the cool white look. She has offered an in-district meeting apparently (though not publicly). Come see her at […]