Jun. 20, 2023 By Bill Parry
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Homeless man who allegedly shoved woman’s head into moving NYC subway indicted for attempted murder: DA
Jun. 20, 2023 By Christian Murray A deranged homeless man who allegedly shoved a woman’s head into a moving subway train in Manhattan last month has been indicted for attempted murder, the Manhattan District Attorney’s office announced Tuesday. Kamal Semrade, 39, who was living at a shelter near LaGuardia Airport in Queens, has been…
NYC Parks unveils reimagined, all-inclusive playground in Far Rockaway
Jun. 20, 2023 By John Schilling After breaking ground last summer, Far Rockaway’s Beach 59th Street Playground officially opened on Tuesday, June 20 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by local representatives. The new playground, located at 6006 Beach Front Road in Arverne, comes after a $5 million investment from the Queens Borough President’s Office and…
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Queens gang leader convicted of gunning down fellow Latin Kings member in Woodhaven: Feds
Jun. 20, 2023 By Bill Parry A Latin Kings gang leader from Queens was found guilty by a federal jury in Brooklyn of the 2017 murder of a fellow gang member at the London Planetree Playground in Woodhaven and Ozone Park border. Jonathan “Jayo” Garcia, 29, was convicted of gunning down Joshua “Monster” Flores, a…
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Mayor unveils new center to help migrants apply for asylum, gives $5M to legal service providers
Jun. 20, 2023 By Ethan Stark-Miller
After revealing last month that very few of the over 76,000 migrants who’ve come through the Big Apple since last year have actually applied for asylum, Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday announced he’s opening a center to help newcomers fill out and submit their claims.
Eight thieves sought for assaulting woman during robbery in Ridgewood: NYPD
Jun. 20, 2023 By Anthony Medina Police from the 104th Precinct are searching for the eight thieves behind the attack on a 27-year-old woman who had attempted to stop them from robbing her workplace on Myrtle Avenue in Ridgewood, according to authorities. The incident took place at the EZ Cosmetics Corporation — located at 54-24…
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Queens passes Brooklyn as most-competitive rental market: report
Jun. 20, 2023 By Julia Moro StreetEasy data found that competition in May was toughest in Queens, where the average listing received 133% more inquiries compared to May 2019, more than double the pre-pandemic level. StreetEasy credits this surge to New Yorkers looking for more affordable homes across the city, leading to intense competition in…
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Two-alarm fire engulfs Springfield Gardens home, damages neighboring houses: FDNY
Jun. 20, 2023 By Bill Parry
Forestdale opens new family enrichment center in St. Albans
Jun. 20, 2023 By Bill Parry
Six Queens historical sites featured in New York Landmarks Conservancy online exhibition
Jun. 20, 2023 By Carlotta Mohamed Six Queens historical institutions are featured in the New York Landmarks Conservancy online exhibition showcasing photography and architectural history of 50 sites throughout the city as part of its 50th anniversary yearlong celebration. The New York Landmarks Conservancy launched “50 at 50,” an extraordinary interactive, online exhibition featuring highlights…
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