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Three Astoria smoke shops robbed on Sunday: NYPD

Alicia Venter on November 21, 2022

Locations all within two miles of each other, no arrests confirmed

By Alicia Venter

aventer@queensledger.com

 

Three smoke shops within two miles of each other were robbed Sunday afternoon, according to a preliminary report from the NYPD.

Despite their proximity, the NYPD has not confirmed or denied whether these robberies are connected as of publication.

The robberies took place at King 1 Smoke Shop (25-28 Broadway) at 1:10 p.m.; Smoke Station Hemp Shop (22-05 35th Street) at 1:48 p.m.; and Nirvana Vape and Convenience (31-92 21st Street) at 9:15 p.m.

All three robberies are within the confines of the 114th Precinct.

According to a preliminary report provided by a DCPI Spokesperson with the NYPD on Monday, Nov. 21, the robbery at King 1 Smoke Shop took place following an argument between a store employee and an unidentified individual who approached the country to purchase CBD products.

The perpetrator displayed a firearm over the counter and threatened the victim, and then fled on foot westbound on Broadway. There are no arrests as of publication and the investigation is ongoing.

Four individuals robbed Cloud Beast CBD Smoke & Vape Shop, according to police. Two of the unidentified individuals asked for help, following which one of the perpetrators displayed a firearm. He grabbed the victim from behind the counter and pushed him to the ground, while other individuals entered the location and grabbed items from the shelves and money from the counter, as well as the victim’s wallet, and fled.

DCPI did not share if there were any arrests made.

At Nirvana Vape and Convenience, an unidentified individual entered the location, displayed a firearm and demanded money from the employee. The suspect fled with approximately $600 in a grey SUV.

There are no arrests as of publication and the investigation is ongoing.

This is an ongoing story, and will be updated with more information as it becomes available.

Any tips about what’s happening in Long Island City, Astoria, Woodside, Sunnyside or Northwest Queens? Email me at aventer@queensledger.com!

 

 

New Green Classroom at Energy Tech HS, Astoria

Alicia Venter on November 21, 2022

By Alicia Venter

aventer@queensledger.com

A new green classroom has opened at Energy Tech High School in Astoria. The classroom will grow herbs and vegetables through the year in a soil-less garden.

The lab is designed to help students learn about urban food production and sustainability; it is a hydroponic system, meaning that the plants will be grown in water containing nutrients instead of soil, with seeding stations, a tower garden, composting station and hanging vines.

Kale and herbs will be grown in the lab, and they will be made available to the AP Environmental Science classes and a Green Team after-school program.

The project is a collaboration between the New York Power Authority (NYPA) and Energy Tech. Led by NYPA’s Environmental Justice programming, the green classroom builds on the national Pathways in Technology Early College High Schools (P-TECH) program.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Nov. 15 in the 9th grade Living Environment classroom with New York Sun Works — a non-profit organization that built the lab — and elected officials in attendance.

Following the ribbon cutting, a tasting of classroom-grown fresh basil with tomato and mozzarella was held with the Energy Tech High School community.

“Our new hydroponic lab has been welcomed with great enthusiasm by our school community,” said Energy Tech principal Hope Barter. “Through this partnership, students are provided with enriching classroom instruction focused on the science of sustainability, engaging and high interest hands-on learning, and access to the healthy foods that they have helped to cultivate. The program also contributes to students’ knowledge of additional green career pathways and areas of STEM study. We greatly appreciate our partners at New York Power Authority and NY Sun Works for bringing us these valuable opportunities.”

The P-TECH program offers paid internships to high school students to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) careers. Energy Tech has had students in the program for the last two summers. 14 students at Energy Tech have earned scholarships from NYPA.

Energy Tech High School serves grades 9-14; it is an Early College Initiative and Career and Technical Education school catering its education to the growing energy industry.

NYPA has funded 18 green classrooms and two green community laboratories in New York City over the past three years. The average classroom created by New York Sun Works produces more than 500 pounds of vegetables per school year.

“NYPA is pleased to support the Energy Tech High School learning lab that will bring new opportunities to students who want to prepare for skilled in-demand clean energy jobs and go on to personally rewarding careers,” said NYPA Interim President and CEO Justin E. Driscoll. “NYPA supports New York State’s long-standing commitment to creating a more diversified, highly skilled workforce and these creative STEM and sustainability programs ignite young people’s interest in the energy and environment fields. Students will learn about sustainable food production and environmental science as part of the education they need to become the next generation on the front lines of fighting climate change.”

Any tips about whats happening in Long Island City, Astoria, Woodside, Sunnyside or Northwest Queens? Email me at aventer@queensledger.com!

Ravenswood Playground Renovated, $7.1 million in improvements

Alicia Venter on November 21, 2022

Photo: NYC Parks/Daniel Avila

By Alicia Venter

aventer@queensledger.com

 

The new renovations at Ravenswood Playground are complete, as $7.1 million in amenities bring new play equipment and water play features to the Astoria park.

A ribbon cutting was held for the park on Tuesday, Nov. 15, bringing NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr., City Council Member Julie Won and Community Board 1 District Manager Florence Koulouris together in celebration.

“Ravenswood Playground has been completely transformed, and we could not be more excited to cut the ribbon on these new amenities for the community,” said Donoghue. “Thanks to our Mayor, Queens Borough President, and City Council, over $7 million has been invested to transform this vital neighborhood greenspace, with something for everyone in the community to enjoy. I know that Ravenswood Playground will continue to be focal point for fun and relaxation for the Astoria community into the future.”

New seating and picnic areas has also been added to the reconstructed park, and the basketball courts and softball fields underwent renovations.

New equipment will allow all-inclusive, accessible play to visitors, and water spray features were implemented to the children’s play area.

A newly constructed adult fitness area brings accessible units for all users.

Ravenswood Playground sits adjacent to Ravenswood Houses, and serves many of the residents of the NYCHA Housing Complex.

“This $7.1 million investment for Ravenswood Playground ensures that our NYCHA residents can enjoy brand new equipment, renovated sports fields, and much-needed safety improvements,” said Council Member Won. “Our parks are where our kids play, and I am happy that our neighbors at Ravenswood Houses will have an updated space to enjoy the outdoors.”

Funding for the project was provided by allocated funds from the City Council ($4 million), the Office of the Borough President ($2.5 million) and from the Office of the Mayor ($700,000).

Any tips about whats happening in Long Island City, Astoria, Woodside, Sunnyside or Northwest Queens? Email me at aventer@queensledger.com!

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