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Alaska and Hawaiian Airlines to join American Airlines at JFK Terminal 8

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Athena Dawson Travelers flying to Alaska and Hawaii from John F. Kennedy International Airport can now enjoy more streamlined connections and upgraded amenities, as Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines begin relocating their operations to Terminal 8 (T8), American Airlines announced on Tuesday, April 22. The move will allow for easier…

Walk, connect, belong: Queens Girls Who Walk builds friendship and wellness one step at a time

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Jessica Militello Walking just 20 minutes a day can boost your mood, memory, and overall health—but for Queens Girls Who Walk, it’s about more than steps and stamina. The Northeast Queens-based group turns a simple stroll into a powerful space for connection, community, and support among women of all ages.…

NYC’s Housing Crisis: How can NYC provide more affordable housing? Let us count the ways

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Cate Corcoran New York City’s affordable housing crisis is the most challenging problem facing the Big Apple in decades, and the numbers tell the story. Leila Bezorg, New York City’s executive director for housing, cited the 1.4% vacancy rate, 120,000 people sleeping in shelters the prior night, and more than…

Hello Kitty Cafe Truck to stop in Flushing for one-day appearance on May 3

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Flushing is getting a little sweeter — and a whole lot pinker. The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck, a popular mobile pop-up known for its signature pink aesthetic and themed desserts, will make its only New York City appearance in Flushing on Saturday, May 3, as part of its…

Quintet of the Americas to perform free concert of living American composers in Forest Hills

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Apr. 23, 2025 By Colum Motherway A free community concert spotlighting the vibrant voices of living American composers will be held in Forest Hills on Saturday, May 10, at 7:30 p.m., presented by Quintet of the Americas, Queens’ acclaimed woodwind ensemble. The performance, titled “Living American Composers,” will take place at The Church-in-the-Gardens, located…

Memorial unveiled at new 116th Precinct station in Rosedale for slain NYPD Det. Jonathan Diller

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Apr. 22, 2025 By Lloyd Mitchell and Barbara Russo-Lennon Dozens of New Yorkers, including members of the NYPD and their families, gathered in Rosedale on Tuesday to remember a brave officer who made the ultimate sacrifice for his community last year.  Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, along with other dignitaries, held a memorial service at…

Mets and NYON unveil co-branded apparel collection with New Era and MLB

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Apr. 22, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The New York Mets and lifestyle and apparel brand New York or Nowhere (NYON) announced the launch of their co-branded collection of Mets apparel, in partnership with New Era Cap and Major League Baseball. “This collaboration with the New York Mets and New York or Nowhere brings us…