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…
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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…
From Public Safety to Cultural Affairs, Bloomberg Says His Administration has Made Queens a Better Place to Live
While Mayor Bloomberg has faced his fair share of critics in Queens over the past 12 years, the outgoing city leader made one final attempt…
Council Bans Polystyrene and E-Cigs in Final Marathon Session
In the City Council’s final marathon session of the year last week, during which outgoing legislators waxed nostalgic for tenures on the verge of ending,…
Evoking Spirit of Giving, Christ the King Hosts Toy and Blood Drives
Christ the King Campus recently hosted its annual toy drive and semi-annual blood drive to benefit those who are in need. The toy drive will…
For Queens PEP Rep, A Legacy of Bettering Boro Education
There have been the meetings that last until the dead of night, the fights with Mayor Bloomberg’s administration against the widespread school closures and co-locations…
106th Precinct Council Draws Concern From Howard Beach Residents – Say not enough cops are patrolling the area
The 106 Precinct Council meeting saw a large influx of Howard Beach residents in attendance for the first time. Residents raised several issues of concern,…
NYPD on Hunt for Man Who Attempted to Rape S. Ozone Park Woman
Police are searching for a man who broke into a woman’s South Ozone Park apartment in broad daylight Friday and attempted to rape the 27-year-old…