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Crunching the Queens crime numbers: rapes rising across the borough, grand larceny decreasing in northern Queens

Posted March 13, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 13, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The number of rapes across Queens increased during the 28-day period from Feb. 9 to Mar. 10, compared to the same period of time last year, according to the latest crime stats released by the NYPD Monday. However, northern Queens has experienced a significant decline in grand larcenies over this same period of time. Over the course of the 28-day period, reported rapes in northern Queens increased 41.7%, from 12 in 2023 to 17 in 2024. Meanwhile, grand larcenies decreased 10%, from 518 to 466. Five precincts in northern Queens, the 104th, 110th, 111th,…
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From community centers to DNA testing, Congresswoman Meng secures $13M for Queens initiatives

Posted March 13, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 13, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng secured over $13 million in federal funds for Queens projects through a recently passed government spending package. As a senior member of the House Appropriations Committee, Meng is one of the 61 members that determines which agencies, programs and initiatives across the country receive federal…
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Limited-stock NYC rental market became even more scarce in February: report

Posted March 13, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 13, 2024 By Max Parrott

The new data continues to show the pandemic spike in vacant rentals is long gone.

Attorney general’s office opens investigation into NYPD fatal shooting in Rego Park on Friday

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Bill Parry

The New York Attorney General’s Office of Special Investigation (OSI) on Tuesday launched a probe into the police-involved fatal shooting of 46-year-old Djamshed Nematov on March 8 following an encounter with the NYPD in Rego Park.

‘Invest in Women’ job fair and expert panel coming to Elmhurst this week

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan As part of Women’s History Month, a community-based nonprofit with locations across the borough is hosting an “Invest in Women” job fair featuring a panel discussion in Elmhurst this week. The event, organized by Commonpoint Queens, is seeking to help elevate careers for women by connecting them with opportunities…
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State lawmakers propose $90 million for more frequent buses, fare-free pilot in budget response

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Ben Brachfeld

State lawmakers proposed spending $90 million this year to improve bus service frequency and expand the scope of the MTA’s free bus pilot in the Assembly and Senate “one-house” budgets released on Tuesday.

Council Member Holden and NYC Sheriff lead crackdown on unlicensed cannabis stores in Middle Village

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Anthony Medina A joint operation between Council Member Robert Holden and New York City Sheriff Anthony Miranda has removed thousands of illegal cannabis and tobacco products from three smoke shops in Middle Village. The crackdown on Tuesday, Mar. 5, led to the arrest of three smoke shop employees after investigators found…
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Ridgewood dog owners unite to advocate for dog run at Grover Cleveland Park

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Anthony Medina A petition to bring a dog run to Grover Cleveland Park in Ridgewood is gaining traction as pet owners continue to advocate for a community space for their furry friends. Members of the Grover Cleveland Pups, a group of more than 40 dog owners who rely on the park to…
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Passenger survey rates revamped LaGuardia as best North American airport in its class: Port Authority

Posted March 12, 2024 by schnepsrestagent

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Mar. 12, 2024 By Bill Parry

Generations of travelers who passed through LaGuardia Airport cursed its dark and dank corridors in its rundown terminals built in the 1950s, with some—such as Vice President Joe Biden in a 2014 speech—likening it to that “of a third world nation” at the time.