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Affordable housing lottery opens in Rego Park, rents start at $2,100 a month

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Four affordable housing units are now up for grabs in a Rego Park development, with monthly rents ranging from $2,100-$2,500. The units are part of a 3-story mixed-use building at 63-16 102nd St. that consists of 11 residences, seven of which will be rented at market rate. A lottery was recently opened for the four affordable units by the city. Two are one-bedroom and two are two-bedroom. Each of the affordable units are for residents earning 130% of the area median income (AMI). For the one-bedroom units, the area median income ranges from $72,000-$165,230,…
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QNS Weekender: Six things to do in Queens this weekend

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Aidan Pellegrino The city of Queens has plenty of things to do over the winter, and this weekend is no exception. Whether it’s at a park, show or it’s just a great place to eat and relax, there is always something for everyone.   Friday, Jan. 19   Alley Pond Park Forest Restoration Come volunteer at Alley Pond Park to help rebuild and restore the local ecosystem and learn about the importance of topics such as environmental conservation and species diversity. (Adventure Course Parking Lot, Union Turnpike, Oakland Gardens. 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Admission: Free) Jr. Knicks…
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Episcopal Health Services launches centering pregnancy program in the Rockaways

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Episcopal Health Services (EHS) has unveiled a pioneering Centering Pregnancy program, marking a significant milestone in the Rockaways‘ healthcare landscape. This groundbreaking initiative, integrated into the Obstetrics and Gynecology department at St. John’s Episcopal Hospital at 327 Beach 19th St., offers comprehensive prenatal care and childbirth education to expectant mothers. The Centering Pregnancy program groups expectant mothers by their gestational period, allowing them to attend provider-led meetings that cover various wellness topics. This approach fosters mutual support and a strong sense of community among participants. According to the Centering Healthcare Institute, the program has…
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Nine members of Far Rockaway drug trafficking gang busted following lengthy undercover operation: DA

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Bill Parry Members of a Far Rockaway drug and gun trafficking operation were indicted following a six-month investigation that included a series of undercover drug buys and the tracking of several defendants’ phones resulting in the seizure of 10 firearms, including ghost guns, and a kilo of cocaine, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced Thursday. An additional four defendants are being prosecuted on weapons and drug paraphernalia charges in connection to the operation following the execution of search warrants. “Long and complex investigations are essential to getting guns and drugs off our streets,” Katz said. “The…
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PHOTOS: Ridgewood documents first snowfall in years

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Anthony Medina While New York City broke its 701-day record without snow this week, Ridgewood residents took the opportunity to capture the historic moment on camera. On Monday, the National Weather Forecast shared an estimated snowfall total of 2 to 4 inches throughout the night. As Tuesday dawned, snowflakes began to…
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Congresswoman Meng faces backlash over Gaza ceasefire stance during heated Zoom meeting

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan After persistent efforts spanning several months, constituents of Rep. Grace Meng successfully arranged a virtual meeting with her to address their concerns on the Israel-Hamas conflict and discuss her stance on the Gaza ceasefire issue. Close to a hundred people attended a Zoom meeting on Jan. 12 to convince…
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$12.3 million purchase of additional land for Willets Point redevelopment plan completed

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Jan. 18, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The developers who plan to build a soccer stadium, affordable housing, retail space, open space, an elementary school and a hotel in Willets Point have purchased additional land where the ambitious project is slated to go. NYCFC, Sterling Equities and Related purchased two parcels in Willets Point for $12.3…
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Queens had more foreclosures than any other borough in 2023: report

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Jan. 17, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Queens had more foreclosures than any other borough in 2023, accounting for 39% of all cases across the city, according to a report by the real estate firm PropertyShark. Of the 1,620 foreclosures in New York City in 2023, 631 of them were in Queens, including 50 in Elmhurst. The Queens…
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