State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo asks, “Where Would We Be Without Our Local Small Businesses?”

It has been said the small businesses are the backbone of our communities here in Queens, and I am certainly one to reiterate that sentiment. The small businesses, many of which I frequent myself – convenient stores, delis, restaurants and more – are what keep so many of our borough’s commercial corridors going. Small Business Saturday, starting this year on Saturday, November 29, is a … Continue reading State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo asks, “Where Would We Be Without Our Local Small Businesses?”

Force Fitness Thansgiving Workout & Black Friday Sale

Force Fitness, located at 63-03 Freshpond Rd., has provided their members with a Thanksgiving workout plan. The goal of the workout is to get your engine running, which will help burn all the calories you plan to eat on this day of thanks! …………………… Force Fitness is having a black friday sale, tomorrow, November 28th. They are offering 50% off their membership rate. Call 718-497-9090 for more … Continue reading Force Fitness Thansgiving Workout & Black Friday Sale

Maspeth Bar Crawl raises $2,500 for Wounded Warriors

The annual Maspeth Bar Crawl was a smashing success this year, drawing hundreds and raising over $2,500 for the Wounded Warriors Project. Co-organizer Jessica Sheets said that she and her colleagues Charlie Gotard, Brian Pope and Sean Debiase spent a lot of time being the scenes organizing the event, and were able to not only raise money for service members, but also to collect food for … Continue reading Maspeth Bar Crawl raises $2,500 for Wounded Warriors

Force Fitness’ 6 year anniversary party a big hit

On Monday, November 17th, Force Fitness Club (6303 Fresh Pond Rd.) celebrated their 6 year anniversary. During their 6 years of service to the communities of Ridgewood, Maspeth, Middle Village and Glendale Communities, owners Mike Romer and Vinny Ruddy have reshaped bodies, motivated minds and instilled positivity into the hearts of their members. The anniversary party featured zumba classes, crossfit classes, a dance party and great food & drinks! Members … Continue reading Force Fitness’ 6 year anniversary party a big hit

BREAKING: Repair truck turned over on Grand Ave., street closed down

Update (2:30 p.m.): Traffic is moving again. It appears to have taken roughly three hours to clear up the accident. A large Parks Department truck was turned over in the middle of Grand Ave. at the corner of 72nd St. earlier today, completely closing down the street and building up blocks of traffic. The truck, which looks like it is used for tree trimming, was pulled … Continue reading BREAKING: Repair truck turned over on Grand Ave., street closed down

Maspeth Bar Crawl returns!

Beginning at Noon on Saturday, November 22, the Third Annual Maspeth Bar Crawl will be taking over several local watering holes. Organized by Jessica Sheets, Charlie Gotard, Brian Pope, and Sean Debiase, this year’s crawl will support wounded warriors. The bar crawl will consist of three separate groups crawling to nine Maspeth bars, and prospective participants are encouraged to pre-register tonight between 8 and 10 p.m. … Continue reading Maspeth Bar Crawl returns!

After the collapse: Maspeth family faces homelessness

A Maspeth family displaced from their home after a large section of the foundation collapsed on October 24 is beginning to regret home ownership, as they now face the prospect of having to pay for repairs out of pocket. Sean and Danielle Maher were home with their one-year-old daughter Kiera preparing to take a family trip out of town when Sean noticed a large crack … Continue reading After the collapse: Maspeth family faces homelessness

Free flu shots at Marge Markey’s Maspeth office tomorrow

Assemblywoman Marge Markey is opening her office from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. tomorrow, November 18, to offer free flu shots to her constituency. Medical professionals will be onsite to administer the shots. To make an appointment, call (718) 651-3185. Children from four to 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to receive shots. Please follow and like us: Continue reading Free flu shots at Marge Markey’s Maspeth office tomorrow