NYS Dream Act close to becoming reality, pol says
Juanita Arias of Jackson Heights has big dreams since arriving from Colombia four years ago, and the accolades to back them up. But unless the…
At Avella forum, some testify that economic boost from hydrofracking is overstated
State Sen. Tony Avella (D-Bayside) held a public forum on hydrofracking in Albany last week, during which time individuals testified that the process to extract…
After strained relations, CB 9 leaders issue apologies
After months of strained relations on Community Board 9, much of it centering over tension between the group’s district manager, Mary Ann Carey, and chairman,…
CB 10 talks $50M flood mitigation project for Howard Beach
A $50 million flood mitigation project for Howard Beach will help to ensure that the kind of devastation wrought during Hurricane Sandy will never hit…
Stories of Sandy recovery shine at West Hamilton Beach Volunteer Fire Department dinne
They have come a long way since the floodwaters of Superstorm Sandy left them soaked and at a standstill. Members of the West Hamilton Beach…
Two-year-old battling rare blood disorder finds donor, Owen Hogan returns from hospital to elated family
There is no place like home. For 2-year-old Owen Hogan and his family, that statement could not be more true. In November, The Forum wrote…
De Blasio continues focus on income inequality in State of the City
Mayor Bill de Blasio delivered his inaugural State of the City address at LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City Monday, when he vowed to…
Kew Gardens man accused of shooting girlfriend found with 10 pounds of pot: DA
Cops accused a Kew Gardens man of shooting his girlfriend in the head and then lying about it in an attempt to save her, Queens…
Biden ‘somewhat accurate’ on LaGuardia slam: Port Authority exec director
Vice President Joe Biden’s remarks that LaGuardia Airport is reminiscent of a third world country were not “unflattering,” Port Authority Executive Director Patrick Foye told…
At JFK Airport, Beatles fans celebrate 50th anniversary of British invasion
While there was not the same mass pandemonium at JFK International Airport last Thursday that occurred 50 years ago, Beatles fans from all over the…
Following Woodhaven raid, officials announce largest cockfighting bust in state history
The largest cockfighting bust in state history occurred last weekend following a raid on a vacant storefront on Jamaica Avenue in Woodhaven, where bloody battles…
Christian Doran, co-founder of People for the Pavilion, passes away, remembered as a champion for Queens
Christian Doran, a Maspeth resident and co-founder of People for the Pavilion, was remembered this week as a charismatic leader who threw his all into…
Queens BP vows to preserve iconic New York State Pavilion
Shivering in the deep cold of February and standing amidst the decay that has become the New York State Pavilion in Flushing Meadows Corona Park…
Our Lady of Grace and Ave Maria honor Deacon Alex Breviario for faithful service
Hundreds of people packed Our Lady of Grace Parish in Howard Beach last Sunday for a surprise celebration of Deacon Alexander Breviario’s years of service…
CB 10 elects Calcagnile as second vice chairman
Community Board 10 elected longtime civic leader John Calcagnile as the South Queens’ group’s newest second vice chairman last Thursday, tapping the Howard Beach architect…