NYPD to Issue Special Gear to Patrol Cops
PHOTO: The department has initiated a $7.5 million project to purchase personal protective equipment, including heavy ballistic vests and helmets, to further enhance the safety of…
Schumer Cites LaGuardia ‘Blind Spots’ in Call for Security Review
PHOTO: A recent news report suggested loopholes in surveillance at LaGuardia Airport. Courtesy of Gotham Limousine By Michael V. Cusenza U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) this week sent…
Police Presence Deterring Illegal Harvesting at Jamaica Bay: Feds
PHOTO: The U.S. Park Police has set up a task force to patrol the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. Courtesy of the National Park Service By Michael V….
FDA Must Analyze Possible Deceptive Sunscreen Marketing: Senator
PHOTO: According to a Consumer Reports analysis, nearly half of tested sunscreen products fail to meet the SPF claim on the label. Courtesy of FDA By Michael V….
Wills Juvenile Justice Facility Resolution now in Council Committee
PHOTO: Councilman Wills’ resolution calls on the State to enact legislation to provide a community with the right to comment on any proposal to locate a…
Queens Tries to Keep Cool as Big Apple Bakes in Extreme Heat
PHOTO: Summer in the City: These kids have the right idea for a quick cool-down. Hydrant spray caps can be obtained at any city firehouse. Courtesy of…
Mom Killed, Daughter Injured in Horrific South Ozone Park Crash
PHOTO: Both mother and young daughter were ejected through the rear window of their car upon impact. Forum Photos by Richard York By Michael V. Cusenza A…
Ulrich Blasts de Blasio and Build it Back
PHOTO: Councilman Ulrich on Monday in Rockaway Park called Build it Back “a complete disaster.” Courtesy of Councilman Ulrich’s Office By Michael V. Cusenza City Councilman Eric…
Editorial: Making the Grade
Photo Courtesy of nyclovesnyc.blogspot.com As the publisher of this newspaper, I have, on multiple occasions, written or assigned stories on the City’s eatery grading procedures…
Cops Search for Ozone Park Stab Suspect
PHOTO: According to investigators, the attack was the result of an altercation that quickly escalated to physical from verbal. Courtesy of NYPD By Michael V. Cusenza…
Thieves use Victim’s Credit Card after Stealing Wallet from Car
PHOTO: The suspects purchased food with a stolen credit card at this Ozone Park McDonald’s. Courtesy of Zomato By Michael V. Cusenza Be on the lookout for…
Civics, Commerce Groups Set to Rally against Select Bus Service
PHOTO: The Queens Public Transit Committee, one of the organizers of the Aug. 6 rally, held an anti-SBS demonstration last September on Woodhaven Boulevard near Queens…
Pols Announce New Legislation to Restore EPA’s Oversight of Airplane Noise Issues
PHOTO: U.S. Sens. Kirsten Gillibrand and Charles Schumer. Courtesy of Sen. Schumer’s Office By Forum Staff U.S. Sens. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) have introduced…
FAA Reauthorization Bill is ‘Huge Disappointment’: Meng
PHOTO: Rep. Meng said that the previous version of the bill included ways to deal with the problem of excessive aircraft noise over Queens. File Photo By…
Program Allows City to Buy Abandoned, Sandy-Damaged Homes
PHOTO: A new pilot program gives the City Housing Recovery Office the green light to identify and purchase abandoned, storm-damaged 1-4 unit homes in one strategically…