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Op-Ed: Support NYS Hate Crime Protection Act

Jul. 12, 2023 By Frank Wu Yesterday, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed into law The Hate Crime Protection bill that requires colleges and universities that receive state funding to investigate and publicize online campus hate crime statistics. The bill was written by State Sen. Toby Stavisky and Assembly Member Daniel Rosenthal. I commend and thank Hochul,…
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Port Authority announces $125 million commercial redevelopment at JFK’s Terminal 8

Jul. 12, 2023 By Bill Parry The Port Authority and American Airlines announced a $125 million commercial redevelopment program for the new Terminal 8 at JFK Airport on Wednesday, July 12. The project will feature a New York-inspired Great Hall, which is expected to bring more than 60 new shopping and restaurant establishments, with an…
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Queens Village apartment fire leaves five people injured: FDNY

Jul. 12, 2023 By Michael Dorgan A large fire tore through an apartment building in Queens Village on Tuesday, July 11, leaving five people injured, according to the FDNY. FDNY personnel responded to call regarding the fire that broke out at around 3:30 p.m. at 209-30 86th Drive, a three-story building that is part of…
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‘Prayer Cocoon’ exhibit at Voelker Orth: Queens artist explores contemporary meaning of protection & shelter in the post-COVID era

Jul. 12, 2023 By Tammy Scileppi What comes to mind when you hear the words, “Prayer Cocoon?” If you’re wondering about their meaning, you should experience a memorable and thought-provoking exhibition called “Prayer Cocoon: PPE in the New Era” by Queens-based interdisciplinary artist Dani Changah Song – on view now through August 27 at Voelker…
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Police find dead body in bathtub after receiving 911 call regarding ‘foul odor’ emanating from Far Rockaway apartment

Jul. 12, 2023 By Zachary Gewelb Police found a dead man in a bathtub inside a Far Rockaway apartment Tuesday night after responding to a 911 call regarding a “foul odor” that was coming from the apartment, according to an NYPD spokesperson. Officers from the 101st Precinct responded to the 911 call at approximately 9:23…
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