Rat Trap Map: These Are Astoria, LIC's Rodent Hot Spots

Astoria residents take note: the Rat Information Portal map shows neighborhood favorites, including Astoria Park, are very much hot spots.

Northwell Health Opens $4.3M Practice In Astoria

Northwell Health Physician Partners​, located at 21-21 31st St., offers specialists in cardiology, family medicine, and gastroenterology.

Few In Astoria, LIC Have Gotten Latest COVID Booster, New Data Shows

Only a fraction of Western Queens residents have gotten the recommended bivalent booster for COVID-19, whose rollout has lagged citywide.

Astoria, LIC COVID-19 Rates Elevated Heading Into Holidays

Hundreds of people in Astoria and Long Island City have come down with COVID-19 in recent weeks, and 99 were hospitalized, city data shows.

Astoria, LIC COVID Rates: Where Things Stand As New Variants Emerge

Hundreds of Western Queens residents have come down with the virus in recent weeks, as city officials urge boosters ahead of a likely surge.

Astoria, LIC Rat Sightings Surge To Record High In 2022, Records Show

Astoria and Long Island City have already broken last year's record-high number of rat sightings — here's where they've been reported.

Astoria To Be Sprayed With Pesticides, And You Might Feel The Itch

As mosquito-borne West Nile virus surges, a swath of Astoria will be sprayed with pesticides this week — to the ire of some advocates.

Astoria, LIC COVID Cases Keep Climbing As Subvariants Spread: Data

More Western Queens residents are testing positive for COVID-19 as omicron subvariants drive the citywide increase in cases, data shows.

Astoria, LIC COVID Rates Climb As Omicron Subvariant Spreads: Data

The BA.2 subvariant of omicron is causing COVID-19 rates to rise again in Western Queens. Here's what the latest data shows.

Astoria, Long Island City's 2 Pandemic Years: 700 Dead, 51K Cases

As New York City marks two years since its first COVID-19 death, here's the toll the virus has taken in Astoria and Long Island City.

Astoria, LIC School Vaccination Rates: See How Yours Compares

Vaccination rates in Western Queens schools are mostly above the citywide average, newly released data shows — but discrepancies remain.

71 People Have Died In Astoria, LIC During Omicron Wave

Dozens of Western Queens residents have died since the omicron variant began surging in New York, according to city data.

Health Risk Prompts Frozen Spinach Recall From Astoria Market

Astorians who bought frozen, chopped spinach at Lidl should double check the package before using it, the FDA warned.

Astoria, LIC COVID Rates Dipping, But Cases Still High: Data

Neighborhood positivity rates are dropping as health and city officials say that the omicron wave is nearing its "plateau." Here's the data.

Astoria, LIC Free COVID Testing This Week: Culture Lab, Library

Here's a list of where you can get free PCR and rapid COVID tests in northwest Queen this week, including a new site at LIC's Culture Lab.

Astoria, Long Island City COVID Rates At All-Time Highs: Data

Virus rates are higher than ever in Astoria and Long Island City, where nearly a fifth of people tested positive last week.

Astoria Lab Charged $500 For Tardy COVID Test Results, AG Say

An Astoria lab charged hundreds for expedited COVID-19 tests they didn't deliver on time, New York Attorney General Letitia said Tuesday.

New COVID Testing Site Opens In Astoria At Boys And Girls Club

The Variety Boys and Girls Club in Astoria opened as a testing site Monday, Dec. 27 and will be open for Queens residents through January.

New COVID-19 Testing Site To Open In Astoria Dec. 24

The new COVID-19 testing location comes after local leaders urged New York City officials to open more sites in western Queens.

Western Queens Needs More COVID-19 Testing Sites, Leaders Say

With a rise in COVID-19 cases, Western Queens residents are waiting 4-6 hours in the cold to get tested, state and local officials said.

Rapid COVID Test Pop-Up Sites Coming To Astoria, LIC This Weekend

Officials promised to boost testing amid NYC's latest COVID surge, and some pop-up sites are coming to northwest Queens. See a map here.

Coronavirus Cases Up 40 Percent Recently In Queens: CDC

Queens is part of the national trend of growing coronavirus cases.

Queens Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The rate of new cases has increased recently in Queens.

Queens Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Queens compares to the U.S.

Astoria Water Is Safe To Drink, City Says After Erroneous Post

A link suggesting that Astoria's tap water isn't safe to drink prompted concerns among some locals, but the city says NYC's water is "safe."

West Nile Virus Cases Found In Long Island City

West Nile virus cases in New Yorkers and mosquitos nearly tripled in 2021 compared to 2020. Queens led NYC in the greatest number of cases.

Emily Cooper Places Second for Age Group in Tobay Triathlon

Emily Cooper, 31, of Long Island City, N.Y. excels at the Runner’s Edge TOBAY Triathlon and Tri-Relay presented by Engel Burman.

Astoria, LIC NYCHA Tenants Died From COVID At Higher Rates: Data

The Queensbridge Houses COVID infection rate was on-par with the complex's ZIP code, but the death rate was 51 percent higher, data shows.

20 Minute Grocery Delivery Is Now Available In Astoria: Report

1520 started in Manhattan amid the pandemic, and now delivers to LIC, Astoria, and parts of Woodside and Sunnyside, QNS reported.

Mosquito Pesticide Trucks Are Coming To Astoria

After trying to kill mosquitos in Queens with aerial bug spray, the city is taking an on-the-ground approach amid an active mosquito season.

Update: Hospital Capacity In Astoria-Long Island City Area

Here is updated data on which hospitals are closest to capacity in Queens.

Astoria, LIC's COVID-19 Rates Inch Upwards Amid Delta's Spread

As the delta variant spreads, coronavirus rates ticked up in Astoria and LIC after hitting record lows. Vaccination rates remain high.

The Astoria Pool Will Reopen On Monday After A Filter Setback

After a slight setback, the Astoria Pool is slated to open this upcoming Monday. The other 6 public pools in Queens will open on Saturday.

Astoria's Blink Fitness To Drop Mask Mandate, Open Fully

Starting Wednesday, fully vaccinated members don't need to wear masks at Astoria's Blink Fitness, which is also reopening at full capacity.

Queens Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the Astoria-Long Island City area compares to New York for coronavirus vaccinations.

Vaccine Bus For Restaurant Workers Coming To Astoria

The ROAR NYC Vaccine Bus will set up in Astoria from Sunday through Tuesday to vaccinate restaurant workers and restaurant delivery workers.

Hospital Capacity In Astoria-Long Island City Area: Update

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Queens.

AOC, Chuck Schumer Launch COVID-19 Funeral Fund In Queens

Senator Chuck Schumer and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez officially launched the funeral relief fund from Corona Plaza in Queens.

How Much Of Queens Population Is Vaccinated?

Here is how the Astoria-Long Island City area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Long Island City Vaccine Hub To Move Locations

The reopening of high schools will force the Aviation High School vaccine hub to move to a new spot in the neighborhood this week.

Yellow Fever Vaccine Available At Passport Health

Passport Health offices in Midtown Manhattan and Roslyn Heights offer discounted yellow fever pricing.

Passport Health Offers Discounted Yellow Fever Vaccine Pricing

Passport Health extends lower pricing for yellow fever caccine.

Passport Health Offers Discounted Yellow Fever Vaccine Pricing

Passport Health extends lower pricing for yellow fever vaccine.

Passport Health Offers Discounted Yellow Fever Vaccine Pricing

Passport Health extends lower pricing for yellow fever vaccine.

5 Reasons To Have Your Kids Vaccinated

Vaccinations have come a very long way since infectious diseases like smallpox and whooping cough were considered epidemics centuries ago.

5 Things To Know About Advance Directives

Northwell Health wants to help you make sense of health care proxies, living wills and MOLST (Medical Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment).

5 Cancer Prevention Tips

Survival has become reality for several types of cancer as researchers and clinicians have gained more information about the disease.

5 Ways To Exercise At The Office

With a job that keeps you in your seat for most of the day, Dr. Stacey Rosen lists simple changes that can go a long way for good health.

The Truth About Spring Allergies

With springtime finally in the air and pollen counts high, Northwell Health wants to help prepare you with the truths about allergy season.

Balancing Cancer And Your Career

Battling cancer can be a full-time job in itself. Here's why many people with the disease choose to stay employed after their diagnosis.