Editorial: The Power of Social Media
Politicians, don’t let this latest scandal involving Congressman Anthony Weiner’s Twitter account dissuade you from taking advantage of the power of social media. Weiner made…
Opinion
Editorial: Airing Your (Dirty or Not Dirty) Laundry
The Jewish Journal described Anthony Weiner’s dilemma this week as a “twitter scandal” putting the congressman “under scrutiny”. Though I go kicking and screaming toward…
Different Strokes: The State and City Budgets
When Governor Andrew Cuomo passed the state budget earlier this spring, there were massive cuts to education and social services. While there was a smattering…
A Vietnam Hero Marches to Heaven
Editors Note: With Memorial Day next weekend, we’ve dedicated our editorial space to George Petrzelka, who reminds us why we celebrate those who serve. This…
Pitching In For Neighborhood Causes
Over the weekend, several community groups around the area took charge and helped improve their neighborhoods. The Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association (WRBA) cleaned up graffiti…
Single Room Death Traps
How many more must die before something is done? A fire at an illegally subdivided building in the Bronx claimed the lives of three people…
Thanks Pia
We’d like to take this opportunity to first say CONGRATULATIONS to Pia Toscano for her success on American Idol. Last Thursday night, nearly 300 people…
Sayonara Cathie Black
After three tumultuous months on the job, Cathie Black has stepped down as the city’s Schools Chancellor—she won’t be missed. In her place, Mayor Michael…
Republican Roundup: Area Clubs to Unify in Building Local Party
This week we thought we’d just stop by to check in on the movement going on in local Republican circles. You will remember we got…
No Common Sense in Parking Bill
New city legislation is under discussion that would force NYPD’s traffic enforcement officers to nullify tickets if drivers produce a paid muni-meter receipt within 10…
Under the Shadow of Hate
On Wednesday morning a resident returning from Waldbaum’s in the Lindenwood section of Howard Beach noticed something hanging from a tree limb on the street…
Give Me a Break!
Another axe fell on two more corrupt New York City politicians last week. State Senator Carl Kruger and Brooklyn Assemblyman William Boyland, Jr., of Brooklyn,…
Helping Japan In a Time of Need
A 9.0 earthquake, subsequent tsunami and aftershocks off the coast of Japan have left the country in turmoil. The death toll is expected to be…