Growing tensions between Resorts World Casino and Governor’s Office?
It’s no secret that full casino gambling won’t be coming to the city anytime soon and that many in Queens – politicians, residents and especially…
Forest Hills Welcomes ‘Long Overdue’ Subway Elevators
One of the borough’s busiest subway stops in Forest Hills celebrated brand new elevators this week after years of construction and a nearly $25 million…
EPA Rules Ridgewood Site Radioactive
Ridgewood has gone radioactive. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ruled the 0.75-acre footprint of the now-defunct Wolff-Alport Chemical Company from 11-27 through 11-29 Irving Ave….
‘We Will Never Forget’
Thirteen members of the NYPD – 12 of whom died from illnesses related to the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks and one who died after…
South Queens Residents Voice Concerns Over Final Gateway Plan
The National Park Service has released its final general management plan and environmental impact statement for Gateway National Recreational Area, which includes such areas as…
Queens Seniors Pack Fraud and Abuse Prevention Forum
Citing the fact that seniors are consistently the targets of scammers trying to financially exploit elderly residents, as well as other types of abuse, U.S….
‘Domestic Violence Touches Every Corner,’ Commissioner Urges Community to Work Together to End Domestic Violence
While the number of domestic violence reports in South Queens is a sombering statistic, it is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes…
Veterans Invited to Agent Orange Town Hall
The Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 32, in Queens is sponsoring a town hall meeting on the effects of exposure to agent orange and other…
Mayor Taps Queens Native to Lead FDNY
It is impossible for Daniel Nigro, the FDNY’s new commissioner, to remember a time when the fire department wasn’t a part of his life. Growing…
Job Fair for Seniors to be Held in Kew Gardens
For individuals 50 years of age or older who are struggling to find employment, there will be a job fair for seniors on Friday, May…
Sandy Victims Invited to Share Stories of City’s Storm Response at Hearing
Residents who have struggled after Hurricane Sandy are encouraged to share their frustrations at City Comptroller Scott Stringer’s upcoming hearing in Arverne – from which…
Amid Hailstorm of Criticism, Queens Library CEO Asks City IBO to Review Finances
Following months of intense criticism and scrutiny from elected officials and the press over a number of issues at the Queens Library, including the CEO’s…
Mayor’s Budget Proposal Lands Mixed Reviews from Queens Leaders
Mayor Bill de Blasio’s proposed $73.9 billion budget for the city drew both criticism and praise from Queens leaders this week, with some slamming the…
From Broad Channel, a Story of War and Family
During the years James Bosley spent living in Broad Channel, he always believed the tight-knit, coastal neighborhood with a strong sense of community would be…
Goldfeder to Con Ed: Allow Ozone Park School Access for Parking
Citing parking problems that have plagued the area surrounding MS 137 in Ozone Park, Assemblyman Phil Goldfeder (D-Rockaway Park) is urging Con Edison to allow…