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Attorney General releases body-cam footage in probe of MTA police shooting in Jamaica

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Jun. 14, 2024 By Bill Parry New York Attorney General Letitia James on Thursday released police body-worn camera footage that her office obtained as part of the ongoing investigation into the shooting death of 52-year-old Bashe McDaniel, who died on Dec. 29, 2023, following an encounter with members of the Metropolitan Transit Authority, (MTA) Police…
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Op-ed: Protecting Forest Hills Stadium

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Jun. 14, 2024 By Thomas Grech After more than a decade since its rebirth, it is unfathomable to consider Forest Hills without our venerable 101-year-old Forest Hills Stadium. The iconic venue is an asset to our community in so many ways – from creating jobs, to supporting local organizations, to providing invaluable links to our…
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New York Senate approves noise tax on helicopter and seaplane flights: paves a way to punish noise polluters

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Jun. 13, 2024 By Anthony Medina A noise tax on non-essential helicopter and seaplane flights in New York City could allow residents to rest easier in the self-proclaimed city that never sleeps. New York State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., who represents neighborhoods in District 15, including Middle Village and Woodhaven, has received approval from…
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New legislation eliminates cost-sharing for lung cancer screenings, championing early detection in NY

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Jun. 13, 2024 By Anthony Medina Health insurance companies in New York State, including Medicaid, may soon be required to cover and eliminate cost-sharing for lung cancer screening and follow-up testing for all asymptomatic individuals. Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., representing neighborhoods in District 15, including Middle Village and Woodhaven, announced this month that his…
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State Senator Addabbo’s bill directing mobile sports tax revenue to gambling addiction services passes in Albany

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Jun. 13, 2024 By Anthony Medina New York State Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. has heralded another significant milestone in the sports gambling industry as his introduced legislation to authorize 1% of mobile sports tax revenue for gambling addiction services passed in Albany this month.  The New York State Senate approval of Addabbo’s sponsored bill,…
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Queens College hosts 7th annual Pridefest, celebrating diversity and inclusion

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Jun. 13, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Queens College marked Pride Month with its seventh annual Pridefest Friday, June 7, recognizing and celebrating diversity and inclusion in the World’s Borough. Students, faculty and staff from all 25 CUNY campuses, as well as other members of the community, gathered at the Flushing school’s quad to take part…
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