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Douglaston second graders lead community service project through Civics for All initiative

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May. 22, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Second graders at P.S. 98Q in Douglaston are proving that even the smallest hands can make a big difference. As part of a combined Financial Literacy and Civics for All initiative, students recently took part in a meaningful service project aimed at helping local families celebrate birthdays with…

Memorial Day ceremony at Queens Borough Hall honors fallen heroes and local veterans

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May. 22, 2025 By Athena Dawson A solemn Memorial Day ceremony was held at Queens Borough Hall on Wednesday, May 21. Veterans of the armed forces and community members honored those who made the ultimate sacrifice, and celebrated service members who are actively making an impact borough-wide.  Dozens of people gathered in the Helen…

Council Member Ariola champions arts education with student performances in District 32

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May. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway Council Member Joann Ariola continues to expand access to arts education across her district, with recent funding supporting live theatrical performances for students at schools in Howard Beach and Glendale. As part of her ongoing commitment to cultural enrichment, Ariola’s office funded two school-based productions this May through…

Northeastern Towers Annex in Jamaica opens Section 8 housing lottery for seniors

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May. 22, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Sign up for our weekly email newsletter to stay updated on the latest housing lotteries in New York City. New York City has opened a waiting list lottery for one current vacancy and any future openings at Northeastern Towers Annex, an affordable senior housing development located at 161-11 132nd Ave.…

Far Rockaway housing lottery offers five $2,800 two-bedrooms, apply by June 4

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May. 21, 2025 By Ethan Marshall Sign up for our weekly email newsletter to stay updated on the latest housing lotteries in New York City. New York City residents have until Sunday, June 4, to apply for a housing lottery for one of the five units available at 229 Beach 14th St. between Seagirt Boulevard and…

Over 150 Queens artists and groups receive $493K in grants through 2025 Queens Arts Fund

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May. 21, 2025 By Athena Dawson More than 150 Queens-based artists, collectives and small nonprofit organizations have been named recipients of this year’s Queens Arts Fund (QAF), receiving a combined total of $493,350 in support for public projects that will be presented throughout the borough in 2025. Administered by the New York Foundation for…

Queens County Farm Museum to host annual Strawberry Festival on June 7

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May. 21, 2025 By Jessica Militello June is about to get a little sweeter with the return of the Queens County Farm Museum’s beloved Strawberry Festival, taking place Saturday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy. in Floral Park. This family-friendly event offers a full day of interactive…