Spikes in flood insurance premiums could be delayed with Senate vote expected this month
A bipartisan group of federal lawmakers, including U.S. Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-NY), announced this week that relief could be headed the way of South Queens…
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Rapper with ties to 50 cent gunned down in Springfield Gardens
A Springfield Gardens rapper with ties to 50 Cent was killed after being gunned down last Friday afternoon, according to authorities. Jamal Green, 42, whose…
After beating cancer, Christ the King junior dedicates life to struggling children
Carly Nieves always hoped she could make it to Middle Village’s Christ the King High School after years of homeschooling while battling acute lymphoblastic leukemia…
New St. John’s Hospital developer plans to turn site into apartments, retail space, prompting concern from area leaders
A plan to transform the former St. John’s Hospital building in Elmhurst into apartments by investors who recently doled out about $55 million for the…
104th cops cracked down on crime in 2013: Commanding Officer Manson
The year 2013 was one of progress for the Ridgewood-based 104th Precinct, with overall crime numbers dipping well below this time last year, officers said….
Ulrich defends Council speaker support swap
A Queens City Councilman’s change of heart helped spur Councilwoman Melissa Mark-Viverito’s (D-Manhattan) camp to declare an early victory in the race for the body’s…
As borough’s pedestrian injuries, fatalities rise, community seeks solutions
The recent death of 8-year-old Noshat Nahian, who was struck and killed on his way to school in Woodside by a tractor-trailer making an allegedly…
De Blasio Taps Former Deputy Chancellor Carmen Fariña to Lead Public Schools
Mayor Bill de Blasio appointed Carmen Fariña, a former deputy schools chancellor and teacher, as his administration’s schools chancellor in a move that landed him…
Sheehan To Seek Clemency – Public appeals to governor with petition
A large chunk Barbara Sheehan’s fate may well rest in the hands of the public after a petition to support her bid for executive clemency…
As Bloomberg Era Comes to an End, Queens Sees Big Change on Educational Horizon
The emphases may vary, from alleviating overcrowded classrooms to ensuring parents’ voices are heard, but the message to Mayor-elect Bill de Blasio from legislators and…
Q58 Named Slowest Bus in Queens
Have any Q58 riders had a hard time getting to work lately? Or wherever they need to go? Chances are, according to a report released…
Poised to Lead Queens, Katz Plans Focus on Economic Development, Tourism
The New Year’s Eve countdown next week will usher in a lot more than just the start of another spin around the sun if you’re…
Protecting Residents Against Holiday Identity Theft
Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently issued a consumer alert to urge New Yorkers to protect themselves against identity theft during the busy holiday shopping season when…
Pols to State: Don’t Give Out Personal Student Info
In an effort to stop the state from sharing sensitive student data with an outside company that has raised eyebrows among parents and educational leaders…
At Queens Schools, Walcott’s Race to the Finish Line
Crouched down, his fingers touching the gym floor, city Schools Chancellor Dennis Walcott fixed his eyes on the finish line as teenagers brimming with excitement…