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Council Member Nantasha Williams introduces new bill aimed at groundwater flooding issue in southeast Queens

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Sep. 30, 2024 By Athena Dawson Council Member Natasha Williams announced a new bill addressing the long-standing groundwater flooding issue affecting southeast Queens residents. Williams, who represents District 27 in Southeast Queens—covering Cambria Heights, Hollis, Jamaica, St. Albans, Queens Village, Addisleigh Park, and Springfield Gardens— put forward  Int 1067-2024 on Thursday, Sept. 26, during the…

Forest Hills Stadium makes changes to keep noise down following concerts

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May. 6, 2024 By Amanda Moses Forest Hills Stadium management has been working to improve noise mitigation measures following a legal battle with local residents. Once home to the U.S. Open, the iconic arena opened in 1923 serves today as a major concert venue, with 30 performances between May and October, most of which…