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Rental prices in Queens are up almost 5% from a year ago: report

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Jan. 16, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The average rental price in Queens increased 4.76% over the past year, from $2,654 in December 2022 to $2,780 in December 2023, according to a report by the New York City real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. Studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units all experienced increases in rental prices across…
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Centenarian celebration: Holliswood Center in Jamaica honors 100-year-old resident

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Jan. 15, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Holliswood Center, a rehabilitation and nursing facility located in Jamaica, celebrated a momentous occasion on Saturday, Jan. 13, honoring its newest centenarian. Mable Hammond, the distinguished guest of honor at the festive event, was surrounded by a joyful gathering in the center’s communal area. Friends, family members, dedicated staff,…
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Bald eagle spotted in rare sighting at Forest Park 

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Jan. 15, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan The NYC Parks Department recently shared that America’s bird was spotted amid the Pine Grove at Forest Park near Richmond Hill.  Parks Dept. staff took the opportunity to poke fun at the rare sighting by tweeting “POV: You’re a squirrel in imminent danger” alongside photos of the bird casting…
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Prosecutors charge 7 individuals in disturbing Queens kidnapping: DA

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Jan. 15, 2024 By Bill Parry

A federal grand jury in Brooklyn indicted a Jamaica couple and five of their accomplices, all from the Bangladeshi community in Queens, for two alleged kidnappings in Jamaica and Woodside last year.

NYC restaurant week is back with over 30 restaurants participating in Queens

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Jan. 15, 2024 By admin Jan. 15, 2024 By Isabel Song Beer and Czarinna Andres New York City Restaurant Week is back and better than ever with over 600 participating restaurants, including more than 30 in Queens. Beginning Jan. 16 and running through Feb. 4, NYC Restaurant Week bills itself as an opportunity to explore… Read more »

Philadelphia 76ers 2024 trade deadline primer

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Jan. 13, 2024 By Justin Crosby It’s that time of year again! Trade season is upon us in the NBA, with rumors flying through the air. The Philadelphia 76ers are expected to be right in the middle of the trade rumors this season as they look to capitalize on Joel Embiid’s historic start to the season, as well as Tyrese Maxey’s accession. The Sixers are currently third in the Eastern Conference with a chance to cement themselves as true contenders with the right move. With the early season trade of James Harden, they were able to get traceable expiring contracts […]

Two women-owned businesses recognized by borough-wide award

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Jan. 12, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Two Queens small business owners were recognized as outstanding leaders at the Five Borough Minority and Women-Owned Business Leaders Award ceremony on Thursday. The MWBE Award is organized by TD Bank and the five chambers of commerce in each borough. To be considered for the award, businesses must have proven that they increased sales, profits or employees over the past three years and have demonstrated efforts to advance the minority business community, among other qualifications. The ten awardees from across the city run a range of businesses from restaurants to consulting firms. Some entered…
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Ozone Park high schooler takes part in climate change conference in Dubai

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Jan. 12, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A high school student from Ozone Park was invited to travel to Dubai and speak about climate change and what actions can be taken to address it at the United Nations Climate Change Conference last month. Zahra, a student at John Adams High School, was one of four high…
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