How to Help City Help Bronx Fire Victims
Photo Courtesy of Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office “Yesterday’s fire in the Bronx is an unspeakable tragedy, but I promise New York City will be there…
Addabbo Highlights 2022 Laws
File Photo Senator Addabbo noted that new laws set to start this year can have an impact on people’s everyday lives, from how they take…
Rockaway Man Charged with Trump Death Threat
By Michael V. Cusenza The U.S. Secret Service has arrested a Rockaway Beach man for allegedly threatening to kill former President Donald Trump, federal prosecutors…
Hochul Delivers Ambitious State of the State Address
Photo Courtesy of Darren McGee/Office of the Governor Governor Hochul delivered the State of the State in the Assembly. By Michael V. Cusenza Outlining what…
City Restores BP’s Senior Funding
File Photo Nearly $325,000 will be distributed by the Queens Borough President’s Office to support senior centers, homecare, meal services and more, BP Richards said….
Pols Urge President to Expand Access to COVID Rapid Testing
Photo Courtesy of Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office “There is no time to waste, and widespread and affordable access to rapid tests will be an integral…
FEMA Pays New York $1B for COVID Costs
Photo Courtesy of Sen. Schumer Senator Schumer said the funding provides a 100 percent reimbursement that covers things like PPE, patient care, equipment, staffing needs…
Infants Should Never Sleep with Blankets or in Beds, Even in Cold Weather: ACS
Photo Courtesy of ACS Every year about 40 or more babies across the five boroughs die from suffocation and other preventable sleep-related injuries. By Forum…
More than $6M in Fed Funding Secured for NY to Help Law Enforcement, State Court System
Photo Courtesy of Sen. Schumer “I am proud to deliver this investment to help local law enforcement stop online child predators, reduce the backlog of…
‘Stay Safe and Stay Open’ School Plan Launches this Week
Photo Courtesy of Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office Mayor Adams and Schools Chancellor Banks visit a City public school. By Forum Staff Former Mayor Bill de…
Pol Touts Water Safety Law
Photo Courtesy of Assemblywoman Pheffer Amato “We will save lives with this legislation,” Assemblywoman Pheffer Amato said. By Forum Staff Assemblywoman Stacey Pheffer Amato (D-Howard…
106th Precinct Welcomes Eight Rookies
The commanding officer of the 106th Precinct on Wednesday announced that eight rookie cops have been assigned to the South Queens precinct. “They are eager…
Hochul Announces Winter Surge Plan 2.0
Photo Courtesy of Don Pollard/Office of the Governor “We can get through this surge through targeted actions, partnerships with local leaders, and by taking common…
Schumer Urges Biden Administration to Direct COVID Antiviral Drugs to NY
Photo Courtesy of Sen. Schumer Senator Schumer said that New York will not have enough supply of new COVID antivirals to meet the current need…
Two Men Charged in Hollis Stabbing Death
Photo Courtesy of DA Katz “This kind of violence and lawlessness is creating havoc and heartache in our communities, and it must end,” DA Katz…