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Local Lions Club to host free health fair and block party in Rosedale July 27

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Jul. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson A Queens-based nonprofit is bringing free health services and family-friendly fun to Rosedale later this month. The Rosedale Lions Club Foundation, in partnership with Victory Fellowship Worship Center of SDA, will host a Family Health Fair & Block Party on Sunday, July 27, from 2 to 6 p.m.…

Brooklyn artist paints towering mural to Queens at new affordable housing site

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Jul. 16, 2025 By Athena Dawson A  Brooklyn-based artist has created a vibrant mural for an affordable housing residence near JFK Airport.  Muralist Danielle Mastrion painted a massive 13-story mural flanking the front-facing sides of the soon-to-open Baisely Pond Park Residences, the city’s first hotel-to-affordable-housing conversion.  Mastrion began the mural in June and completed…

Queens Borough Board greenlights major EV charging hub in Springfield Gardens

The Queens Borough Board voted to approve the creation of the city’s largest electric vehicle charging station in Springfield Gardens.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Athena Dawson The Queens Borough Board has voted to approve the creation of the city’s largest electric vehicle charging station in Springfield Gardens. Borough President Donovan Richards’ office hosted a joint meeting of the Queens Borough Board and Queens Borough Cabinet on Monday, July 14, at Queens Borough Hall, during…

NYC Mayor’s Race: Eric Adams to be endorsed by slew of law enforcement unions

Mayor Eric Adams speaking in suit and tie at podium

Jul. 15, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller Mayor Eric Adams is set to receive his first round of major labor endorsements on Thursday from a cadre of law enforcement unions as he seeks reelection as an independent candidate, his campaign confirmed to amNewYork. A source familiar with the matter said the “many uniformed” police and…

St. John’s University invites community for annual Great Lawn Summer Concert

The Richmond County Orchestra is returning to St. John's University to perform at the Great Lawn Summer Concert.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Athena Dawson St. John’s University’s free Great Lawn Summer Concert is returning on Wednesday, Aug. 6. Music lovers of all ages are invited to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the university’s annual summer music program. This year, the Richmond County Orchestra (RCO) is returning to the campus to play a…

Queens bus network redesign: How riders in the ‘World’s Borough’ are faring after June launch

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Jul. 15, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Just two weeks into its first phase of implementation, the sweeping redesign of the Queens bus network appears to have been well received by many borough commuters.  Bus riders, transit advocates and MTA officials are reporting mostly positive feedback, with many noticing improved connectivity, reduced travel times —…

John McEnroe, Venus Williams to take part in star-studded US Open fan event

Stars of the US Open promotional poster. Photo courtesy of USTA.

Jul. 15, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A Hall of Fame roster of US Open champions, including John McEnroe and Venus Williams, will take to the court at Arthur Ashe Stadium next month as part of an exhibition event ahead of the US Open.  “Stars of the Open,” returning for the third year, will take…