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CM Holden applauds initiative to combat ‘growing menace’ of illegal scooters and mopeds in Glendale and Ridgewood

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Nov. 26, 2024 By Colum Motherway Council Member Robert Holden praised the success of a recent operation targeting illegal scooters and mopeds, which took place on Nov. 19. The operation was a collaboration between the Queens District Attorney’s office, the NYPD’s 104th Precinct, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV), and…

AM Hevesi announces 7-day street-cleaning initiative to improve quality of life in 28th District

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Nov. 18, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi has announced the launch of a comprehensive 7-day-per-week street-cleaning initiative, funded by $100,000 in New York State funding he secured for the 28th Assembly District. The program, which began this month, aims to address persistent sanitation concerns while enhancing the quality of life in…

Queens man busted moving 50 pounds of cocaine to Middle Village

50 pounds of cocaine were seized in Middle Village.

Oct. 1, 2024 By Emily Davenport A Queens man was busted for allegedly bringing 50 pounds of cocaine over state lines, officials say. Omar Machado, 33, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Controlled Substance in the First, Third and Seventh Degrees, and Criminally Using Drug Paraphernalia in the Second Degree. Special Narcotics Prosecutor…

Middle Village Roller Hockey League teams up with families and legislators for neighborhood cleanup

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Sep. 19, 2024 By Anthony Medina A volunteer crew of 50 kids and parents took part in the second Middle Village Metropolitan Avenue Cleanup on Sunday, Sept. 15, collecting trash to help beautify the community. The beautification effort, led by Paul Pogozelski, president of the Middle Village Property Owners and Residents Association and the Middle…

Middle Village Players Roller Hockey League crowns its first-ever summer league champions

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Aug. 14, 2024 By Anthony Medina In what felt like a blink of an eye, the Middle Village Roller Hockey League has ended its summer league by crowning its first summer champions this month: the Jets. Jets Coaches Gary Posylkin and Glen Santos guided their team to victory in the season’s championship, defeating the…

Queens Council Member Robert Holden criticizes NYC Media office over film production parking issues in Middle Village: agency says issue resolved

Holden beef with NYC Media over parking

Aug. 13, 2024 By Anthony Medina Queens Council Member Robert Holden sharply criticized the New York City Office of Media and Entertainment (NYC MOME) last week following a film production’s use of multiple Middle Village blocks for parking spaces.  Holden, who represents neighborhoods in District 30, which includes Maspeth, Middle Village, Glendale, Rego Park and…

USPS honors six Middle Village long-haul carrier employees for over 25 years of dedicated service

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Aug. 6, 2024 By Anthony Medina The United States Postal Service (USPS) honored six long-haul carriers from Middle Village who have been working in the neighborhood for over 25 years. In an era dominated by digital communication and paperless options, USPS workers who continue to hand-deliver mail remain a reassuring presence in many lives.…