Aug. 28, 2024 By Anthony Medina Council Member Lynn Schulman, who represents City Council District 29, has secured over $10 million in capital funding for her district, marking a significant achievement in the fiscal year 2025 budget. The council member directed these funds toward improving the quality of life for residents in her district,…
Apr. 11, 2024 By Anthony Medina A Community Board 9 monthly meeting on Tuesday, Apr. 9, turned into a night of recognition for one board member who has served on the board as a prime example of public servitude in its highest form for 50 years. The Helen Marshall Cultural Center, inside of Queens Borough…
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Oct. 24, 2023 By Anthony Medina Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer joined elected officials and residents in a unique street co-naming event in Kew Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 21, honoring the lives of Carol and Murray H. Berger — civic leaders who dedicated their lives to community service. “When you go to Kew Gardens you…
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Aug. 22, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed The family of a woman who perished in the Aug. 18 Forest Hills apartment fire is extending their gratitude to those who donated to their GoFundMe campaign to raise money to pay for the funeral and other expenses. Sippakorn Sornworawed launched the fundraiser to help his family and to…
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Aug. 21, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed Queens Councilwoman Lynn Schulman joined community activists, residents and their furry companions on Sunday, Aug. 20, to announce $1.8 million dedicated to the renovation and improvement of Forest Park’s beloved dog run, known as the “Barking Lot.” Joining Schulman for the announcement was city Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, Barking…
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Aug. 15, 2023 By Bill Parry While it remains difficult to pinpoint the exact number of illegal smoke shops and unlicensed cannabis dispensaries that have proliferated across Queens, it is estimated that more than 8,000 are operating citywide. On Monday a new law was enacted that gives the authorities the power to fine landlords for…
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