Apr. 13, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki
Two men in Queens were shot inside an event space early on Saturday morning, law enforcement sources said.
Queens shooting at event space leaves two men wounded
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City Council members slam Adams on social media for asserting people can’t ‘just walk in’ to their offices
Apr. 12, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller
Mayor Eric Adams caused a major uproar among City Council members on Friday by inaccurately suggesting that constituents cannot simply walk into their offices to request assistance — a practice common among most city lawmakers.
Jamaica man sentenced to five years for $4.5 million bank fraud and money laundering scheme
Apr. 12, 2024 By Bill Parry
A Jamaica man was sentenced to five years in federal prison on Monday for his role in a wide-ranging bank fraud and money laundering conspiracy, which resulted in the misappropriation of approximately $4.5 million in victims funds.
Northwestern Queens rentals experience spike in new leases from March 2023 to March 2024: report
Apr. 12, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The number of new leases of residential units nearly doubled to the highest on record from March 2023 to March 2024, according to a report by the real estate agency Douglas Elliman. During the same period of time, the median rental price for units in northwestern Queens decreased slightly….
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NYCFC fans swarm Citi Field for season opener against Atlanta United, marking record home game streak
Apr. 12, 2024 Athena Dawson Thousands of New York City Football Club (NYCFC) fans packed Citi Field on Saturday, Apr. 6, for the team’s first home game in Queens this season, playing against Atlanta United FC. This match marked the beginning of a series of five straight home games, equaling the club’s all-time record for…
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16-year-old arrested after assault on 68-year-old grandmother heading to church in Jamaica Hills: NYPD
Apr. 12, 2024 By Bill Parry
A 16-year-old Jamaica boy was arrested on Thursday and criminally charged in the vicious attack that left a 68-year-old grandmother in critical condition after the teen shoved her while she was heading to church in Jamaica Hills on Sunday morning.
Cop injured by glass bottle thrown from 7 train station on Roosevelt Avenue: NYPD
Apr. 12, 2024 By Bill Parry
An on-duty NYPD police officer was injured while standing on a foot post when he was struck by a glass bottle that was thrown from the 103rd Street-Corona Plaza, 7 train station above Roosevelt Avenue early Monday morning.
NY Senate passes legislation to strengthen protections for racehorses
Apr. 12, 2024 By Anthony Medina On Thursday, Apr. 11, the Senate approved legislation that significantly enhances protections for pets and animals, coinciding with Animal Cruelty Prevention Month. The bill now awaits Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature. Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., who represents New York Senate District 15, received the approval of his legislation S.6796A,…
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The final goal: Willets Point plan for new NYCFC soccer stadium and hundreds of affordable apartments gets City Council approval
Apr. 11, 2024 By Robert Pozarycki
Willets Point’s long-awaited transformation from industrial wasteland to Queens’ newest neighborhood got the green light from the City Council Thursday.
Community Board 9 honors member and Kew Gardens native for 50 years of public service
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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