Ariola’s Office Hosts Free Thyroid Tests
Nearly two-dozen District 32 residents on Tuesday turned out at City Councilwoman Joann Ariola’s (R-Ozone Park) 101st Avenue office for free thyroid cancer screenings. “It…
Two New Laws to Provide Extra Protection for FDNY EMTs and Paramedics
By Michael V. Cusenza Mayor Eric Adams recently signed two bills into law: one requiring the City to provide body armor to all Fire Department…
South Ozone Park Couple Cop to Swiping Homes
By Forum Staff Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz announced on Thursday that South Ozone Park residents Justin Joseph and his wife, Latoya Hewitt, have pleaded…
Hochul, Weather Experts Recognize Hurricane Preparedness Week
By Forum Staff Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday announced the beginning of Hurricane Preparedness Week in New York State. There have been 15 tropical storm…
Mayor Calls for Federal Funding for Coastal Infrastructure
By Forum Staff Mayor Eric Adams on Monday announced the groundbreaking of Battery Coastal Resilience, a $200-million component of the administration’s overall Lower Manhattan Coastal…
Adams Announces Investments to Cut Red Tape for Business Improvement Districts
By Forum Staff Mayor Eric Adams and City Small Business Services Commissioner Kevin Kim on Monday announced a series of new investments and programs to…
Pharmaceutical Company to Pay $270M+ for Role in Opioid Crisis
By Forum Staff State Attorney General Tish James on Friday announced a multistate settlement in principle with opioid manufacturer Amneal Pharmaceuticals for its role in…
City Kicks off Operation to Shutter Businesses Unlawfully Selling Marijuana
By Forum Staff Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday announced the start of a five-borough operation to shut down unlicensed smoke and cannabis shops in the…
State Celebrates Expansion of Tuition Assistance Program
By Forum Staff Governor Kathy Hochul on Friday celebrated the expansion of the Tuition Assistance Program included in the Fiscal Year 2025 Enacted Budget. Hochul…
Stray Bullet Slays Cherished Howard Beach Dog
By Michael V. Cusenza Illustrious. Noble. Spiritual. The onomatology of “Arya.” Researching the history of Lisa Murena’s beloved best friend’s name certainly is clinically rich—but…
Hero School Safety Agent to be Honored
City Councilwoman Joann Ariola (R-Ozone Park), Councilman Bob Holden (D-Maspeth), the City Police Department, Newtown Historical Society, Woodhaven Cultural & Historical Society, and the family…
Startling Numbers in Sustainability Report
By Michael V. Cusenza Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. on Friday announced the release of his Operation Urban Sustainability working group’s second annual borough…
Addabbo, J-CAP Set to Host Narcan Training Session
By Forum Staff State Sen. Joe Addabbo, Jr. (D-Woodhaven) will host a Naloxone training and certification event in partnership with J-CAP (part of the Acacia…
With Congestion Pricing Launch Fast Approaching, MTA Board Approves Commuter Rail Discounts
By Michael V. Cusenza The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Board on Tuesday approved pilot programs to make transit a more attractive option as Congestion Pricing looms….
Reduced-Fare MetroCards Available for Seniors, Disabled at MTA Customer Service Centers
By Forum Staff The Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Monday announced customers aged 65 and over can now enroll in the Reduced-Fare program and receive their…