Sep. 25, 2024 By Athena Dawson A fully electric shuttle service is now running in the Rockaways, offering eco-friendly transportation as part of a new program. The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), in partnership with the Long Island Power Authority (LIPA), announced the program’s launch on Monday, Sept. 23. Circuit…
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Amazin’ Mets Foundation names amputee baseball team Legacy Award winners
Sep. 25, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Amazin’ Mets Foundation presented the Louisville Slugger Warriors Amputee Baseball Team with a $5,000 check on Saturday, Sept. 21 as part of the foundation’s second annual Legacy Award. Prior to Saturday’s Mets game, Amazin’ Mets Foundation President and New York Mets Co-owner Alex Cohen presented the check…
NYC Planning panel greenlights ‘City of Yes’ housing plan — but it still faces tough road in City Council
Sep. 25, 2024 By Ethan Stark-Miller The New York City Planning Commission voted Wednesday to approve Mayor Eric Adams’ “City of Yes” zoning overhaul aimed at boosting housing supply across the Big Apple — but the controversial plan must still pass the City Council, where it likely will face strong political opposition. The scheme,…
Bayside Historical Society unveils exciting fall lineup at historic Fort Totten, featuring tours, Halloween events, and more
Sep. 25, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Fall is officially here, and the Bayside Historical Society (BHS) in the historic Fort Totten has a full roster of events ranging from spooky to wholesome for this new season. Most of the events take place on weekends and are free to attend. For those looking to learn…
Industry experts discuss bridging the digital divide in NYC
Sep. 25, 2024 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Access to reliable internet connectivity in underserved NYC communities is improving as a result of continued public and private partnerships, industry experts said at a community panel discussion on Tuesday. Schneps Media and internet provider Spectrum hosted “Broadband, Access and Equity: Bridging the Digital Divide in New York,”…
Darby Allin, AEW’s biggest risk-taker, on becoming a face of the wrestling company, and being unapologetically himself
Sep. 25, 2024 By Dean Moses Darby Allin says Grand Slam at Arthur Ashe Stadium Wednesday night could be the stepping stone to one of the most important moments in his career. Allin is an AEW standout star who not only became a fan favorite for his high-flying, hard-hitting style, but also for being…
Queens high school turns up the volume with new hip-hop inspired recording studio and podcast station
Sep. 25, 2024 By Athena Dawson An innovative recording studio program is coming to a local Queens high school. Creative Hope Studios has partnered with Martin Van Buren High School, located at 230-17 Hillside Ave. in Queens Village, to transform an old classroom into a podcast station and state-of-the-art recording studio. The program will allow…
Queens pols to host paper shredding and household goods collection event for veterans in Woodhaven this Sunday
Sep. 25, 2024 By Anthony Medina Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. and Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar are hosting a paper shredding and household goods collection event in Woodhaven on Sunday. The event, which will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29, at the Forest Park Bandshell Parking Lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., is…
Paladino secures $175K in city grants to support Business Improvement Districts in Bayside and College Point
Sep. 25, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Council Member Vickie Paladino announced on Monday that two Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) in her district have been awarded a total of $175,000 in city grants to boost their development and support local businesses. “Through business visits and regular meetings with local entrepreneurs, I have gained a deep…
Senator Addabbo pushes for easier admissions process for NYC Public School parents with multiple children
Sep. 24, 2024 By Anthony Medina New York City Public School parents with multiple children may find it easier to send their children to one school instead of separate campuses if a bill sponsored by Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. passes in the State Senate. As a member of the State Senate Education Committee, Addabbo,…