Week in Review

It was a busy week for news in Forest Hills.

A new custom-made wedding cake shop will soon open in the community. Community Board 6’s district manager spoke to Patch about how Hurricane Sandy affected him.

And a long-time clothing store and Mexican restaurant on Austin Street are both closing.

Here is your Week in Review.

Monday

The family of missing autistic Rego Park teenager Avonte Oquendo called on the city’s Police Department not to give up the search.

Tuesday

CB 6’s Frank Gulluscio talked with Patch about the damage done to his home during Hurricane Sandy and the rebuilding effort. And a new custom-made cake shop known as Silk Cakes will soon open on Metropolitan Avenue.

Wednesday

Check out Patch’s list of the best horror movies for Halloween. Austin Jeans is closing after 21 years in the community.

Thursday

Garcia’s Mexican Café has shut its doors after 25 years of business in Forest Hills. A burglar who allegedly stole from 11 homes, including one in Forest Hills, has been arrested.

Friday

The Community House will take part in a mock election on Nov. 5. And take a look at this review of “Blue is the Warmest Color,” a Palm d’Or winning drama that opened this weekend in Queens.

Weekend

This week’s Queens Eats recipe is Chili Con Carne.