Jul. 19, 2024 By Anthony Medina The New York City Council is expected to begin recognizing Korean War Veterans Armistice Day annually starting this month following the approval of a resolution sponsored by Queens Council Member Robert Holden. Holden’s approved resolution honors those who served and died in the Korean War every year on…
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Look out Pickleball! NYC’s first official Disc Golf course comes to Brooklyn-Queens park
Jul. 17, 2024 By Anthony Medina New York City’s first official Disc Golf course has found a home at Highland Park, providing Brooklyn and Queens residents with a free outdoor space this summer to experience the unique sport. The 10-hole course required months of planning, negotiating and coordinating—involving groups and organizations such as the…
Middle Village Players Roller Hockey League debuts first Summer season
Jul. 16, 2024 By Anthony Medina Fresh off the end of the league’s Spring Season, the Middle Village Players Roller Hockey League has rolled into the hot weather with its first-ever Summer season. So far, the season has started with a set of nail-biting games. The Summer season opener for the MVP Roller Hockey…
Council Member Robert Holden secures millions for Queens and veterans in 2025 budget
Jul. 15, 2024 By Anthony Medina Queens Council Member Robert Holden, representing City Council District 30, has secured millions of dollars in capital, expense and veterans funding as part of the recently approved New York City Council budget for fiscal year 2025. The council member, who represents Maspeth and Middle Village and parts of Glendale,…
Good deeds go noticed in Middle Village
Jul. 15, 2024 By Anthony Medina State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. is making sure that good deeds are rewarded in his district. The senator has awarded citations to the organizations that participated in last month’s Middle Village Metropolitan Avenue Street Clean-up in appreciation of their community service. The members of the Middle Village…
60-year-old man slashed near Fresh Pond Road M train platform in Ridgewood
Jul. 12, 2024 By Anthony Medina A dispute between two older men near the Fresh Pond Road M train platform steps last week took a violent turn when one of them pulled out a knife and slashed the other across the face. Police say the incident unfolded in the vicinity of Fresh Pond Road…
AM Andrew Hevesi secures major victories for families and children, urges Governor’s approval on key legislation
Jul. 11, 2024 By Anthony Medina Assemblymember Andrew Hevesi’s legislative acumen has led to the successful passage of a dozen new bills this year, significantly enhancing support for families, children and disabled New Yorkers. The Queens Assemblymember, representing New York State Assembly District 28, serves the constituents of Forest Hills, Rego Park, Middle Village, Kew…
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Passports can now be renewed online under pilot program aiming to speed up the process
Jul. 11, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The U.S. Department of State is working to make passport renewal faster and easier for the rising number of travelers. Last month, the federal agency launched an online pilot system allowing passport holders to apply for a renewal online. Typically, the application is filled out on paper and mailed…
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Council Member Joann Ariola secures $31 Million for Queens District 32 in NYC budget
Jul. 10, 2024 By Anthony Medina Queens City Council Member Joann Ariola, representing City Council District 32 residents, has secured $31 million in funding as part of the recently approved New York City Council budget for fiscal year 2025. The councilwoman steered millions of dollars to help maintain vital services and organizations this year in…
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Citibank closes Middle Village branch, points residents to Ridgewood location
Jul. 8, 2024 By Anthony Medina The Citibank branch located at 78-09 Metropolitan Ave in Middle Village officially closed its doors last month, leaving the bustling business corridor with only a handful of remaining banking options. Citibank, the consumer banking division of Citigroup, officially closed the branch on Friday, June 28, marking the end of…
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