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Flood-damaged Jamaica Hills playground set for nearly $3M makeover

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Sep. 1, 2023 By Bill Parry Councilwoman Nantasha Williams hosted a “check ceremony” at Harvard Playground in Jamaica Hills on Aug. 30 to commemorate her allocation of $2.755 million in capital funding for the reconstruction and revitalization of the playground that was heavily damaged during Hurricane Ida in August 2021. The project was a priority request of Ida flood victims in the neighborhood who sought further city investments in their community following the disaster. “One of the greatest things we can do as council members is to allocate capital funding to our schools and our parks, which are institutions that…
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QNS Weekender: Six things to do in Queens this weekend

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Ethan Marshall As the weekend approaches, there will be plenty of things to do throughout Queens for people to enjoy. Whether it’s games, music, movies or anything else, there’s a lot to look forward to. Here are some things to do this weekend in Queens. Friday, Sept. 1 Bridge Club Test…
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104th Precinct hosts annual backpack giveaway in Ridgewood

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Anthony Medina A wet and cloudy morning couldn’t wash out the 104th Precinct from hosting its fifth annual backpack giveaway for residents and neighbors before the start of the school year on Wednesday, Aug. 30. Once the rain dissipated around 10:30 a.m., parents and children quickly joined officers in front of the 104th Precinct, located 6402 Catalpa Ave. in Ridgewood, to receive a free backpack. In partnership with the 104th Precinct Community Council, Greater Ridgewood Youth Council, Maspeth Federal Savings Bank, Fidelis Care and Ridgewood Kiwanis Club, officers also provided neighbors with a memorable community experience….
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St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children in Bayside hosts inaugural prom for patients

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Ethan Marshall St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children held its first-ever prom on Aug. 29 for the young adults who are part of the Medical Day Healthcare Program. Attendees were entertained with a DJ, dancing, a photo booth and dessert table. Both the patients and staff from the program who were on hand had the opportunity to enjoy taking part in this and socialize with each other. The Medical Day Healthcare Program assists children and young adults who have cognitive and physical disabilities. These patients are provided with the therapeutic and rehabilitative services that they need….
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MSG Sports/Entertainment works with Queens lawmakers to distribute back-to-school gear to students in need

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Bill Parry MSG Sports and MSG Entertainment are partnering with a number of Queens elected leaders and community organizations to provide much-needed school supplies to get them ready for the beginning of the school year. MSG’s eighth annual donation kit program distributes more than $100,000 worth of Knicks and Rangers branded…
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Ridgewood and Sunnyside among best cyclist neighborhoods in NYC: StreetEasy

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Ethan Marshall The Queens neighborhoods of Ridgewood and Sunnyside were included among StreetEasy’s list of the eight best neighborhoods in New York City for cyclists. These neighborhoods’ inclusion on the list is based on a number of factors. Along with the other areas of the city included on this list, Ridgewood…
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Queens rises in ranks for rental activity in August: report

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Aug. 31, 2023 By Ethan Marshall According to the latest rental activity report from Rent Cafe, Queens experienced the 13th-most rental activity in August 2023 among 150 cities in the United States included in this report. Queens climbed six spots from its August 2022 ranking. The sudden and drastic rise experienced by Queens was thanks…
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Con Edison unveils next phase of project to upgrade power lines in Middle Village

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Aug. 30, 2023 By Anthony Medina Con Edison will begin work on Phase 2 of its project providing Middle Village with upgraded above-ground and new below-ground power lines starting next month. Con Edison officials joined Community Board 5 Transportation and Public Transit Services Committee members on Tuesday, Aug. 29, to discuss Phase 2 of its…
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