Ulrich, Richmond Hill Advocates Unveil ‘Historic’ Sign
Photo Courtesy of Councilman Ulrich’s Office City Councilman Eric Ulrich (R-Ozone Park) joined the Richmond Hill Historical Society and community leaders on Friday for the…
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Indian Man Charged in LaGuardia Airport Security Breach
Photo Courtesy of LaGuardia Airport According to the criminal complaint, Varanasi “did walk in the exit door passed screening without being screened” in LaGuardia Airport’s…
Mayor Appoints Sikh Leader to City Human Rights Commission
Photo Courtesy of Google The Sikh Cultural Society Inc. is located on 118th Street in South Richmond Hill. By Michael V. Cusenza Mayor Bill de…
Organization Voices Opposition to Controversial Puerto Rican Parade Honoree at Borough Hall Rally
Photo Courtesy of Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis’ Office The Square Deal Committee rally ripped the mayor and City Council Speaker for supporting the honoring of Oscar…
City Unveils Veterans Mentoring Initiative
Photo Courtesy of Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office “This initiative will help veterans succeed in school and find long-term careers,” said Mayor de Blasio. By Forum…
Distinguished Veterans Honored at Borough Hall Memorial Day Observance Ceremony
Photo Courtesy of the Borough President’s Office Katz (far r.) hosts the Memorial Day Observance Ceremony at Borough Hall every year. By Forum Staff Three…
De Blasio Pledges to Crack Down on Parking Placard Abuse
Photo Courtesy of Edwin Torres/Mayoral Photography Office Mayor de Blasio made the announcement last Thursday. By Michael V. Cusenza Mayor Bill de Blasio recently emphatically…
City Touts Reduction in Use of Homeless Cluster Units
Photo Courtesy of Edwin Torres/Mayoral Photography Office The mayor unveiled his “Turning the Tide on Homelessness, Neighborhood by Neighborhood,” plan in February. By Forum Staff…
Mobile Food Vendors to Receive Health Department Letter Grades
Photo Courtesy of Edwin Torres/Mayoral Photography Office The new law would require food carts and trucks to post a letter grade that is based on…
City Launches Anti-Discrimination Campaign
Photo Courtesy of the CCHR The citywide campaign includes ads, public service announcement videos, and community events. By Forum Staff Mayor Bill de Blasio and…
Prepare for Economic Growth to Taper off in NYC: Comptroller
File Photo City Comptroller Scott Stringer recently delivered testimony before the City Council Finance Committee on the FY18 Executive Budget. By Forum Staff As the national…
NY Senators Rip Proposed Trump Transportation Cuts
Photo Courtesy of Shealah Craighead Sen. Gillibrand said, ““The president’s budget cuts would only further delay long overdue repairs to make our transit systems more…
Jamaica Man Charged with Using Power of Attorney to Steal $100K+ from Elderly Friend
Photo Courtesy of Atkins & Markoff By Forum Staff A trusting 83-year-old woman was raked over the financial coals for more than $100,000 after she…
Prison Term Part of Weiner Plea Deal as he Admits Sending Obscene Material to Minor; Estranged wife Huma Abedin files for divorce from disgraced former pol
File Photo According to federal authorities, former U.S. Rep. Anthony Weiner transferred obscene material to the 15-year-old girl, including directions to engage in sexual conduct…
Man Fatally Shot Near Woodhaven Park
Photo Courtesy of Google The victim was shot on 88th Street across from London Planetree Playground. By Michael V. Cusenza A man was shot and…