Body of Howard Beach Woman Discovered in Weeds Just Blocks from Home
PHOTO: Investigators scour the crime scene at Spring Creek Park for clues. Forum Photo by Richard York By Patricia Adams and Michael V. Cusenza The…
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Op-Ed: Bus Stop
File Photo The following op-ed piece was submitted to The Forum by Alex Blenkinsopp of the Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association. Transportation in southern Queens must…
Howard Beach Couple Cooked up Papers to Get FEMA Sandy Benefits: District Attorney
PHOTO: Margaret and Chris Poje, whose primary residence is this 86th Street home, stand accused of filing fake federal documents to collect more than $25,000 in…
Brooklyn Burglary Trio Responsible for Brazen Woodhaven Boulevard Bank Heist Nabbed by Investigators: U.S. Attorney
PHOTO: The burglars used blowtorches, according to investigators, to cut into the tops of the banks’ vaults from the roofs of the buildings. Courtesy of DOJ By…
At Long Last, Security Cameras Installed around Forest Park
PHOTO: Fourteen cameras have been installed around the 544-acre green space. Courtesy of Alex Blenkinsopp By Michael V. Cusenza Crews last week installed long-delayed security cameras around…
Wills Juvenile Justice Facility Resolution now in Council Committee
PHOTO: Councilman Wills’ resolution calls on the State to enact legislation to provide a community with the right to comment on any proposal to locate a…
Queens Tries to Keep Cool as Big Apple Bakes in Extreme Heat
PHOTO: Summer in the City: These kids have the right idea for a quick cool-down. Hydrant spray caps can be obtained at any city firehouse. Courtesy of…
Mom Killed, Daughter Injured in Horrific South Ozone Park Crash
PHOTO: Both mother and young daughter were ejected through the rear window of their car upon impact. Forum Photos by Richard York By Michael V. Cusenza A…
Ulrich Blasts de Blasio and Build it Back
PHOTO: Councilman Ulrich on Monday in Rockaway Park called Build it Back “a complete disaster.” Courtesy of Councilman Ulrich’s Office By Michael V. Cusenza City Councilman Eric…
Cops Search for Ozone Park Stab Suspect
PHOTO: According to investigators, the attack was the result of an altercation that quickly escalated to physical from verbal. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza…
Thieves use Victim’s Credit Card after Stealing Wallet from Car
PHOTO: The suspects purchased food with a stolen credit card at this Ozone Park McDonald’s. Courtesy of Zomato By Michael V. Cusenza Be on the lookout for…
Civics, Commerce Groups Set to Rally against Select Bus Service
PHOTO: The Queens Public Transit Committee, one of the organizers of the Aug. 6 rally, held an anti-SBS demonstration last September on Woodhaven Boulevard near Queens…
Pols Announce New Legislation to Restore EPA’s Oversight of Airplane Noise Issues
PHOTO: U.S. Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer. Courtesy of Sen. Schumer’s Office By Forum Staff U.S. Sens. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) have introduced…
FAA Reauthorization Bill is ‘Huge Disappointment’: Meng
PHOTO: Rep. Meng said that the previous version of the bill included ways to deal with the problem of excessive aircraft noise over Queens. File Photo By…
Program Allows City to Buy Abandoned, Sandy-Damaged Homes
PHOTO: A new pilot program gives the City Housing Recovery Office the green light to identify and purchase abandoned, storm-damaged 1-4 unit homes in one strategically…