May. 22, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller New York Democratic leaders issued dire warnings over dramatic cuts to social safety net programs included in Congressional Republicans’ massive spending plan — which sponsors have dubbed the “Big Beautiful Bill” to honor President Trump — that passed the House of Representatives early on Thursday morning. The multi-trillion-dollar…
May. 22, 2025 By Adam Daly A leading fiscal watchdog sounded the alarm Thursday over the deteriorating state of New York City’s rent-stabilized housing stock — warning the Rent Guidelines Board (RGB) that without urgent action, the city risks a spiraling maintenance crisis akin to the one plaguing NYCHA. Sean Campion, director of housing…
May. 22, 2025 By Ethan Stark-Miller The ad wars in the Democratic primary for New York City comptroller are heating up with City Council Member Justin Brannan on Thursday releasing his first pair of ads in the competitive contest. Brannan released his TV spots a little over a week after his rival, Manhattan Borough…
May. 22, 2025 By Bill Parry Queens Borough President Donovan Richards joined Mayor Eric Adams at City Hall on Tuesday to unveil the initial designs for the new $5 million memorial on the Whitestone waterfront that will honor the 99 fallen post-9/11 service members from New York City who made the ultimate sacrifice during…
May. 22, 2025 By Barbara Russo-Lennon Mayor Eric Adams spoke to New Yorkers after two staff members of the Israeli Embassy in Washington, DC were fatally shot on Wednesday, calling the incident an act of violence that is “unacceptable and not tolerated.” During a press conference on May 22, while flanked by leaders of…
May. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Second graders at P.S. 98Q in Douglaston are proving that even the smallest hands can make a big difference. As part of a combined Financial Literacy and Civics for All initiative, students recently took part in a meaningful service project aimed at helping local families celebrate birthdays with…
May. 22, 2025 By Athena Dawson A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held at Queens Borough Hall on Wednesday, May 21. Veterans of the armed forces and community members honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and celebrated service members who are actively making an impact borough-wide. Dozens of people gathered in the Helen…
May. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway Council Member Joann Ariola continues to expand access to arts education across her district, with recent funding supporting live theatrical performances for students at schools in Howard Beach and Glendale. As part of her ongoing commitment to cultural enrichment, Ariola’s office funded two school-based productions this May through…
May. 22, 2025 By NYS Senator James Sanders Jr. We don’t often think about where our electricity comes from when we flip a switch or plug in a charger, but it powers nearly every aspect of our daily lives. It’s easy to take our electric grid for granted until something goes wrong. But the…
May. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway At this month’s meeting of Queens Community Board 5, held on Wednesday, May 14, the board initiated the nomination process for its executive committee ahead of next month’s elections and residents raised growing concerns about quality-of-life issues in their neighborhoods. During the public forum, Glendale resident and mother…