June 9, 2021 By Michael Dorgan NYCHA tenants who experience utility outages may soon be entitled to rent relief. A bill sponsored by State Sen. Mike Gianaris has passed the senate that would provide NYCHA tenants with a rent reduction should their utilities like gas, heat and electricity be out of service. The legislation was… Read more »
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Three Teenagers Struck by Driver in Long Island City Wednesday
June 9, 2021 By Allie Griffin Three teenagers were struck by a driver in Long Island City Wednesday afternoon. The teens were hit by a car at the intersection of 21st Street and 44th Drive at about 2:20 p.m., according to the FDNY. EMS rushed the teenagers to Cornell Presbyterian Hospital, a FDNY spokesperson said…. Read more »
International Ramen Chain to Open Restaurant in Long Island City This Summer
June 10, 2021 By Michael Dorgan An international restaurant chain known for its traditional ramen is opening a location in Long Island City this summer. Kyura Men—which has restaurants in Hong Kong, Taiwan and the U.S.—plans to open on the ground floor of the Star Tower in Court Square – located at 27-17 42nd Rd…. Read more »
Competing Candidates Cross Endorse in Tactic Brought About by Rank Choice Voting
June 9, 2021 By Ryan Songalia Several city council candidates who are competing against one another are cross endorsing in a new tactic brought about by rank choice voting. Nabaraj KC and Austin Shafran, both candidates running to represent District 19 in northeast Queens, announced their support Tuesday for one another as their number two… Read more »
114th Police Precinct to Host Virtual Forum on Traffic Safety Tonight
June 9, 2021 By Allie Griffin The 114th Police Precinct is hosting a community forum on traffic safety tonight. Officers from the precinct — which covers parts of Astoria, Long Island City, Woodside and Jackson Heights — will address traffic safety concerns during the virtual forum at 6 p.m. tonight. The forum will be conducted… Read more »
PODCAST: We Talk to Linda Lee, Candidate for the 23rd Council District
June 9, 2021 By Christian Murray Several candidates are running to represent the 23rd Council District—a position that is currently held by Barry Grodenchik who is not seeking re-election. In our latest podcast, we talk to Linda Lee who is one of seven Democrats campaigning for the seat. Lee, who is residents of Oakland Gardens and the… Read more »
Gianaris Bill Aims to Prevent Insurance Companies From Hiking Premiums Based On Dog Breeds
June 9, 2021 By Michael Dorgan People who own pit bulls, Rottweilers and other dogs deemed aggressive often struggle to find homeowners’ insurance or face higher premiums. State Sen. Mike Gianaris plans to change that and has sponsored legislation that would stop insurance companies from hiking rates or denying people homeowners’ insurance based on the… Read more »
Farm Stand Coming to Queens Borough Hall From Queens County Farm Museum
June 9, 2021 By Ryan Songalia Locally grown artichokes, collard greens and other produce will be on shelves at a soon-to-open farm stand in front of Queens Borough Hall in Kew Gardens. The farm stand will be open each Thursday from July 1 through Nov. 4, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The produce is… Read more »
Cops Nab Suspect Wanted for Fatal Shooting of 10-Year-Old Justin Wallace in Rockaways
June 9, 2021 By Allie Griffin A man was arrested and charged with murder Tuesday for the fatal shooting of 10-year-old Justin Wallace in Edgemere Saturday. Police cuffed Jovan Young, 29, for allegedly shooting Wallace and Wallace’s 29-year-old cousin Saturday night as the pair exited a home on Beach 45th Street. Wallace was struck by… Read more »
Police Looking for Man Who Fired Gun in Front of Astoria Bar Earlier This Month
June 9, 2021 By Christian Murray The police are looking for a man who discharged a firearm multiple times in front of a nightclub in Astoria earlier this month. The suspect allegedly fired shots in front of Solleto Bar, located at 23-64 Steinway St., at around 3:25 a.m. on Sunday, May 30. No one was… Read more »