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local-news1 year ago

"Brave Mother's Heroic Fight Against Daughter's Kidnapper in Queens"

A mother in Queens recounted the brutal attack on her daughter outside their apartment, where a man hiding in the stairwell surprised the teenager and dragged her down several floors. The mother intervened, and a heroic neighbor came to their rescue, restraining the suspect until the police arrived. The attacker, identified as 25-year-old George Vassiliou, was arrested and charged. The assault left the daughter bruised and the mother badly injured, but they are grateful for the neighbor's intervention.

via CBS New York|
#assault#astoria#heroic-neighbor
crime1 year ago

Queens Brothers' Stockpile: Homemade Explosives, Ghost Guns, and Hit List Uncovered

Two brothers in Queens were found with homemade explosives, ghost guns, and a hit list of police officers, judges, politicians, celebrities, and bankers in their Astoria apartment. The arsenal also included bomb-making instructions, body armor, ammunition, smoke bombs, and eight improvised explosive devices. The brothers, Andrew Hatziagelis, 39, and Angelo Hatziagelis, 51, were indicted on 130 counts of criminal possession of a weapon and other charges. If convicted, they face up to 25 years in prison. The investigation, involving Homeland Security and state police, is ongoing, and it's unclear what their exact plans may have been.

via CBS New York|
#astoria#crime#explosives
entertainment1 year ago

"Daisy Ridley Reflects on 'Sometimes I Think About Dying' and Filming in Astoria"

Daisy Ridley and director Rachel Lambert discuss their film "Sometimes I Think About Dying," which premiered at the 2023 Sundance Film Festival and opens in New York and Los Angeles on Jan. 26. The movie, set in a town on the Oregon coast, explores the complex character of Fran, played by Ridley, and the moments of connection in human behavior. Both Ridley and Lambert enjoyed filming in Astoria, Oregon, finding the experience "a gorgeous time." They hope the film will encourage viewers to engage in meaningful interactions and be present in their relationships.

via OregonLive|
#astoria#daisy-ridley#entertainment
local-news2 years ago

"Queens Residents Stunned by Mysterious Tree Plantings on Sidewalks"

Residents in Astoria, Queens were surprised to find trees planted in the middle of their sidewalks, sparking a mix of criticism and support on social media. The city's Parks Department explained that the unusual placement was due to underground utility lines, but after community feedback, they have agreed to relocate the trees to more suitable locations. Some residents found creative ways to embrace the trees, while others expressed concerns about accessibility and public safety.

via New York Post |
##astoria#communityresponse
food2 years ago

NYC Pizza Icon Andrew Bellucci Passes Away at 59.

Andrew Bellucci, a renowned pizza chef, died suddenly at his Astoria shop, Andrew Belluci’s Pizzeria, at the age of 59. Bellucci had a complicated career in the industry, including a stint at Lombardi's and a 13-month jail sentence for fraud. He returned to pizza-making in 2021 with the opening of Bellucci Pizza in Astoria. Despite legal troubles with a former business partner, Bellucci was back in the thick of it and at the top of his game.

via Grub Street|
#andrew-bellucci#astoria#food