Washington Heights-Inwood, NY|News|
Homeless Man's Tent Catches Fire In Wash Heights: Police
The man was playing with a lighter inside his tent on Broadway Monday morning when the tent erupted into flames, police said.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
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Kayla Levy covers all things Astoria, Long Island City, Forest Hills and Bayside for Patch. She has written for New York Magazine's Curbed and the Strategist, and Time Out. Follow her on Twitter @kaylev and send story tips to kayla.levy@patch.com.
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Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Still Time To Share Ideas For Astoria Open Street
Answer some questions by Jan. 30 about what you want to see on the Open Street this year and you could win a $50 Mom's Restaurant gift card.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Family Mourns 'Loving Father' Who Died In Queens Turnstile Mishap
Chris De La Cruz died after jumping over a Forest Hills train turnstile. Now his family is raising funds for his funeral and 4-year-old son.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
14-Year-Old Missing For The Second Time In Queens: NYPD
Alaysia Golden-Johnson hasn't been seen in nearly a week. This is the 2nd time she's gone missing in the past year, police records show.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Bayside Council Member Barred From Chamber After Defying Vax Rule
Vickie Paladino voted from a City Hall office instead of the Council chamber after refusing to comply with a rule and reveal her jab status.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Where To Go Sledding In Astoria After The Snowfall
One of Queens' best sledding spots is in Astoria, the city says. Get the details here so that you know where to go before the snow melts.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Rego Park Among Snowiest Parts Of NYC After Friday's Storm
Neighborhood families can make the most of the snowfall and go sledding in two local parks, which are listed among Queens' best.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Bayside Among Snowiest Parts Of NYC After Friday's Storm
Over 7.5 inches of snow blanketed Bayside on Friday morning, rivaling the half foot that was dumped on most other parts of the city.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
LaGuardia Flight Cancellations: Snow Storm Grounds 300 Planes
The storm hit LaGuardia with 8.4 inches of snow and blanketed the rest of NYC with half a foot, forcing 750 canceled flights region-wide.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Famed Diner Facing Wrecking Ball After Council Approves Rezoning
Neptune Diner would be demolished under the rezoning plan, which unanimously passed the City Council, including a vote from Tiffany Cabán.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Queens To Brooklyn Train Proposal Back On Track, Hochul Promises
At her State of the State, Gov. Kathy Hochul directed the MTA to being studying a long-sought subway line dubbed the "Interborough Express."
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Sunnyside Teen, 14, Missing From Midtown Subway, Police Say
The Queens teen was last seen at the 50th Street subway Wednesday afternoon, police said.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Free Forest Hills COVID Testing Site Opens Amid Pleas From Locals
News of the walk-in site comes after a mix-up at a city-run testing site earlier this week and calls from locals for more nearby free sites.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Little Neck's Alleged Insurrectionist: Where His Case Stands
Jia Liu was released from custody without bail on insurrection-related charges, like many others hit with Capitol riot charges in NY.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
COVID-19 Surge Shutters Beloved Forest Hills Gastro Pub
Austin Public's owners said they decided to not renew their Austin Street lease since COVID is "showing no signs of letting up."
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Luxury Hookah Lounge Serving Elaborate Desserts Opens In Astoria
Yuzu cake and 30 shisha flavors are on the menu at Sands of Persia, a collaboration between a luxury car collector and acclaimed NYC chef.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Staff Shortage Prompts Day-Long Closure At Rego Park Library
A spokesperson said the closure was not COVID-related, adding that the branch reopened on Tuesday. All library closures are posted online.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
LIC Woman Missing From Home All Week, Police Say
The 43-year-old left her Queensbridge South apartment on the evening of Jan. 1st, and hasn't been seen since, police said.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
'People Are Mad:' Mix-up At City-Run COVID Site In Forest Hills
Forest Hills residents thought the city finally provided them a local test site this week. Then they learned the site is not open.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
Astoria-Long Island City|News|
Legendary Astoria Event Hall Faces Wrecking Ball, Permits Show
Riccardo's By The Bridge shuttered during the pandemic and was quickly sold to a developer who reportedly plans to build apartments.
Kayla Levy, Patch Staff
