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GoFundMe campaign raises nearly $250K for Jackson Heights woman left paralyzed after being pushed against moving subway train

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May 31, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A GoFundMe page has raised nearly $250,000 for a Jackson Heights woman who was pushed head-first against a moving train in Manhattan last month, leaving her with life-changing neck and spinal injuries. The fund was established for 35-year-old Emine Ozsoy, a graphic designer and barista who was on her… Read more »

Astoria residents shave off facial hair to aid autism services this April

An annual fundraiser where participants shave off their facial hair in aid of autism services will take place in Astoria later this month.

April 7, 2023, By Michael Dorgan An annual fundraiser where participants shave off their facial hair to aid autism services will take place in Astoria later this month. The event, called Shave the Stache for Autism, will be held on April 28 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Redken Saloon Salon, located at 36-17… Read more »