Jul. 17, 2023 By John Schilling The New York State Trial Lawyers Association (NYSTLA) honored Queens Assemblywoman Jenifer Rajkumar last week during a sold-out rooftop reception on the Lower East Side. NYSTLA President David L. Scher presented Rajkumar, as well as state Senator Andrew Gounardes of Senate District 26 in Brooklyn, with the Atticus Award,…
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LeFrak City cyclist doored in Jamaica Hills, killed by second driver: NYPD
Jul. 17, 2023 By Bill Parry
A cyclist was fatally struck near Captain Tilly Park in Jamaica Hills on Friday evening after he was doored by the driver of a parked car and then was hit by a second vehicle, according to authorities.
Queens borough president calls for better communication from the city regarding plans for housing asylum seekers at Aqueduct, Creedmoor
Jul. 17, 2023 By Bill Parry
Young woman in Queens stabbed in back during early-morning dispute: cops
Jul. 17, 2023 By Robert Pozarycki Police in Queens are looking for two suspects who stabbed a woman during a dispute early on Monday morning. Law enforcement sources said the bloody attack occurred at about 5:30 a.m. on July 17 at the corner of Roosevelt Avenue and National Street in Corona. According to police…
FDNY Foundation salutes Maspeth businessman for providing support for firehouses, EMS stations across Queens
Jul. 17, 2023 By Bill Parry
A Maspeth businessman was honored by the FDNY Foundation for his years of philanthropy on behalf of firefighters across Queens.
In NY1 interview, Eric Adams chides media, claims ‘coordinated effort’ to attack his mayoral administration
Jul. 14, 2023 By Ethan Stark-Miller Over the past couple of months, Mayor Eric Adams has on several occasions said there’s a “coordinated effort” among the city’s press corps to “attack” his administration, while not recognizing its purported accomplishments. Adams expounded on that point and its possible connection to his status as the city’s…
Senator Addabbo officiates 104COP annual swearing-in ceremony, talks bail reform and MTA funding
Jul. 14, 2023 By Anthony Medina State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. joined the 104 Precinct Civilian Observation Patrol for its annual swearing-in ceremony for board members on Thursday, July 13. The swearing-in ceremony is a tradition all too familiar for 104COP, and having it hosted on the third floor of the Christ The King…
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Whitestone animal rescue nonprofit partners with dog training organization to provide personalized training
Jul. 14, 2023 By Ethan Marshall The Whitestone-based animal rescue nonprofit New York City Second Chance Rescue has partnered with the video chat dog training service GoodPup to launch a scholarship program providing adopted shelter dogs with personalized training. Coming at no cost to the owners of these dogs, the Advantage Program is meant to…
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Borough leaders show support at annual benefit for historic Queens County Farm Museum
Jul. 14, 2023 By Ethan Marshall The Queens County Farm Museum hosted its annual benefit dinner meant to support the organization Thursday evening. Guests at the event enjoyed a cocktail hour with live music and hayrides before sitting for a dinner prepared with select foods grown at the farm. Among some of the notable individuals…
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Timber’s Legacy hosts cat adoption event in Glendale this Saturday
Jul. 14, 2023 By Anthony Medina Cat lovers have something to look forward to this Saturday in Glendale. Timber’s Legacy, a volunteer nonprofit animal rescue group in Glendale, and the M&M Pet Boutique & Supplies are hosting a cat adoption event, at 79-08 Metropolitan Ave., on Saturday, July 15, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m….
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