Mar. 3, 2024 By Gay City News On an unusually warm day in Queens, energetic crowds lined the streets of Woodside and Sunnyside for the annual St. Pat’s for All Parade. Community members, elected officials, local organizations, and others celebrated Irish culture and heritage in an inclusive sea of green colors. As usual, the festivities […]
Mar. 2, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki Gunfire erupted at a Queens restaurant early on Saturday morning, leaving two men wounded and a woman injured after being trampled by guests as they ran for their lives, police reported. Law enforcement sources said the bullets rang out at about 3:50 a.m. on March 2 inside the…
Mar. 1, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Since its inception 30 years ago, Power Women of Queens, this year presented by Bethpage Federal Credit Union, has recognized thousands of women for their extraordinary contributions and built a network for continuous growth. On Thursday, Feb. 29, Schneps Media celebrated the anniversary of the impactful networking event at…
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Mar. 1, 2024 By Bill Parry
The NYPD and federal agents arrested five Romanian nationals living in Queens on Thursday for engaging in a sophisticated ATM skimming operation that involved the theft of bank account information and PIN numbers from more than 600 unsuspecting bank customers from across the borough.
Mar. 1, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller
New city rules requiring all businesses across the five boroughs to put their trash in secure lidded containers took effect on Friday.
Mar. 1, 2024 By Rachel Butler According to a recent quality of life survey conducted in late 2023, constituents in Senator Joseph Addabbo’s district have identified crime and taxes as their most pressing concerns. The survey, which garnered responses from residents across neighborhoods including Forest Hills, Glendale, Lindenwood, Howard Beach, Maspeth, Middle Village, Ozone Park, Rego Park, Richmond Hill, and Woodhaven, highlighted crime as the paramount issue across these areas. Following closely, taxes emerged as a significant concern for residents. Meanwhile, the economy and education ranked as the next most critical issues in Woodhaven, with education also taking precedence in…
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Mar. 1, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Queens Borough President Donovan Richards and the African American Heritage Month Committee closed out Black History Month with the annual Black History Month Celebration at Helen Marshall Cultural Center at Queens Borough Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 27. The event celebrated Queens’ rich African American heritage and recognized outstanding Black community leaders. Thirteen exceptional Queens high school students received a $1,000 scholarship through the Borough President’s African American Heritage Committee. Musical and artistic highlights were Patricia McLaughlin, who opened the event with renditions of the National Anthem and the Black National Anthem, “Lift Every Voice…
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Mar. 1, 2024 By Bill Parry
Police from the 107th Precinct in Fresh Meadows are looking for a suspect who attempted to rape a 20-year-old woman inside a Jamaica Hills subway station early Saturday morning before a good Samaritan came to her rescue.
Feb. 29, 2024 By Anthony Medina Resorts World Casino in South Ozone Park unveiled a $5 billion proposal on Feb. 29 to transform the Queens gaming venue into a global entertainment destination, with the addition of a 7,000-seat concert center, 50 acres of new park space, 3,000 units of workforce housing, and public transit connections. …
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Feb. 29, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Bond Vet, a primary and urgent care clinic for pets, is set to open in Forest Hills this spring—its fourth location in Queens The new office will be located at 70-38 Austin St. and will officially open on Monday, April 8. The services offered in its modern facilities include essentials such as wellness exams, vaccinations and spay/neuter surgeries. The clinic will also provide dental cleanings and travel health certificates for a range of pets. “Our team is excited to open our newest clinic in Forest Hills,” said Dr. Jeremy Kimmelstiel, Regional Director of Operations….
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