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Flushing Town Hall’s Global Mashup series showcases diverse musical acts in October

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Sep. 17, 2024 By Athena Dawson Flushing Town Hall is bringing back its popular Global Mashup series this fall. This mini-series features a carefully curated blend of international music and cultural performances aimed at highlighting diverse traditions. Below is a list of performances to enjoy this October.   Mini-Global Mashup: Daniel Devātman Marcellus Givens,…

Op-Ed | Keeping New York City safe for everyone

Mayor Eric Adams

Sep. 17, 2024 By Mayor Eric Adams Making New York City a safer and more affordable city has always been the mission of our administration. Every day, we fight to ensure that New Yorkers can pursue their dreams without fear for their safety and with a better quality of life. I am proud to…

Disbarred attorney sentenced for role in Southeast Queens deed theft crew: AG

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Sep. 16, 2024 By Bill Parry Disbarred attorney Anyekache Hercules was sentenced Friday in Queens Supreme Court to one-and-a-half to three years in prison for her role in a deed theft crew that stole homes in St. Albans and Jamaica that were owned by elderly or disabled Southeast Queens residents or their families. New…

New York voter registration deadline is Oct. 26. Here’s what you need to know to sign up.

a court ordered the state to redraw the congressional map

Sep. 16, 2024 By Barbara Russo-Lennon There’s a presidential election in November. Are you registered to vote? If not, here is your reminder to do so before the deadline approaches. Eligible New Yorkers have until Saturday, Oct. 26, to register to vote in the general election on Nov. 5. Oct. 26 also marks the…

Op-Ed: Commemorating the passage of the Juneteenth Package of Bills

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Sep. 16, 2024 By Council Member Dr. Nantasha Williams As a descendent of enslaved people from the South, my journey to help pass the Juneteenth Package of Bills has been deeply personal. This journey seeks to honor the history of our collective ancestors and ensure that the brutal harms they endured are no longer…

Senator Liu hosting Senior Appreciation events in Flushing this month

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Sep. 16, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Senator John Liu is hosting a series of events in Flushing in honor of Senior Appreciation Month.  All the events will be held at community centers geared toward seniors. From mooncake celebrations to a slew of birthday celebrations, there are several events to choose from this month.  Senator…

Council Member Ung introduces legislation to ban DOT’s e-scooter program in Flushing, says agency left her ‘no choice’

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Sep. 16, 2024 By Athena Dawson Council Member Sandra Ung (D-20) introduced new legislation prohibiting the DOT’s e-scooter program in parts of eastern Queens. During the City Council’s Stated Meeting on Thursday, Sept. 12, Ung introduced Intro 1045, which would prohibit the DOT from allowing a person, organization or entity that operates a fleet…