Owner of Historic Tavern Calls Landmark Status Denial a ‘Slap in the Face’
PHOTO: Neir’s owner Loy Gordon said he’s “so tired of Queens not getting the recognition it deserves.” Courtesy of Neir’s Tavern By Michael V. Cusenza The owner…
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NYPD Seeking Input from Public on Body Camera Policy
PHOTO: A page from the body-worn camera policy questionnaire. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza As part of a pilot program, the City Police Department later…
Editorial: What’s Good for the Genting…
Photo Courtesy of JCJ Architecture Resorts World Casino New York City wants to expand. And for two very important, yet simple reasons, we say: Let…
Panel Discusses Opioid Epidemic, Mental Health Services
PHOTO: Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx hosted last Friday’s public health discussion. Courtesy of Demetrius Freeman/Mayoral Photography Office By Forum Staff A public health panel recently…
Albany Bill Calls for Insurance Premium Reductions for Autos with Dashboard Cameras
PHOTO: The proposed legislation would provide an auto insurance premium discount for non-commercial vehicles that have an operating dashboard camera installed. Courtesy of Leopard Store By Forum Staff…
Skin Cancer Report Spurs Stringer to Call for Free Sunscreen in Public Places
PHOTO: Comptroller Stringer last week released the report and urged the City provide free sunscreen dispensers at all public beaches, pools, parks, and playgrounds. Courtesy of the…
New Tool Tracks Progress of Library Branch Construction Projects
PHOTO: This page of the Capital Projects Tracker contains a brief description of the interior renovation project at the Ozone Park branch, and displays all the…
John Gotti IV Facing Felony Drug Charges
PHOTO: John Gotti IV was taken from the 106th Precinct stationhouse to Central Booking on Thursday. Forum Photo By Forum Staff A routine traffic stop…
Authorities React to Howard Beach Naked Creep Case
File Photo By Michael V. Cusenza Law enforcement officials on Tuesday sought to assuage fears and answer questions regarding the startling case of the Howard…
LPC Denies Neir’s Landmark Status
PHOTO: The Landmarks Preservation Commission has denied landmark status to the 180-year-old Woodhaven watering hole. File By Michael V. Cusenza The beloved watering hole at the…
Schumer, Goldfeder Urge Army Engineers to Release Rockaway Reformulation Draft Report
PHOTO: U.S. Sen. Schumer (l.) and Assemblyman Goldfeder have sent a letter to the USACE asking the agency to release the draft plan of the Rockaway…
Editorial: The Secret Life
PHOTO: Police Commissioner Bratton and rescue pup Zaza. Courtesy of NYPD The animated film “The Secret Life of Pets” is slated for worldwide release on…
Cuomo Signs Zombie Property Bill into Law
PHOTO: Gov. Cuomo has signed into law a bill containing provisions to help combat so-called zombie properties that have become an issue in south Queens, especially…
City Celebrates Take Your Dog to Work Day
PHOTO: Police Commissioner Bill Bratton and ZaZa enjoy the day at 1 Police Plaza. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza The City joined the American Society…
Goldfeder’s Next Stop is Yeshiva University
PHOTO: Assemblyman Goldfeder will lead the university’s government relations efforts. Courtesy of Yeshiva University By Forum Staff From the Lower Chamber to higher education. Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder’s…