May. 24, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Five years after being elected to office, NYC Public Advocate Jumaane Williams took the stage in Jamaica to deliver his annual ‘State of the People’ address on Wednesday. His afternoon speech at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center kicked off with song and dance performances followed by a medley of…
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NYPD identifies pedestrian struck by police vehicle on Van Wyck, AG launches probe
May. 23, 2024 By Bill Parry
The NYPD revealed the identity of the 22-year-old man who was struck and killed by one of its highway patrol vehicles on the Van Wyck Expressway in the early morning of Sunday, May 19.
Richmond Hill High School’s inaugural Prom Giveaway Expo a smashing success
May. 23, 2024 By Athena Dawson Richmond Hill High School hosted its inaugural Prom Giveaway Expo on Friday, May 10. Dozens of students attended the event, which aimed to help students facing financial hardships find their dream prom attire. Students gathered in the school’s auditorium, which was transformed into a boutique experience, complete with mannequins…
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Queens dominates list of NYC’s most sought-after neighborhoods for roommates
May. 22, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Among the five boroughs in New York City, Queens is found to have the most ‘up-and-coming’ neighborhoods for roommates, according to a report by the roommate finding site SpareRoom. This conclusion was reached based on an analysis SpareRoom conducted of over 15 million roommate searches on their site from…
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Rental prices in Queens increase over 4% year-over-year: report
May. 22, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The average rental price of studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units in Queens increased 4.32% year-over-year in April 2024, according to a report by the real estate firm M.N.S. Real Estate. Studios in Queens had by far the biggest jump in rental price, rising 10.19% year-over-year, from $2,128 in April…
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Queens lawmakers rally for legislation to improve representation of Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) communities
May. 22, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 22, 2024 By Czarinna Andres At the state Capitol on Wednesday, Assemblymember Jessica González-Rojas, State Senator Michael Gianaris, and leaders from groups such as the New York Immigration Coalition and Malikah rallied support for a bill that seeks to overhaul demographic data collection for Middle Eastern and North… Read more »
Preserving Tradition, Embracing Innovation: A Journey through Katz’s Delicatessen
May. 22, 2024 by Jill Carvajal In this episode of Schneps Connects, we delve into the captivating history and enduring legacy of Katz’s Delicatessen, a cherished institution in New York City since 1888. Jake Dell, the fifth-generation custodian of Katz’s, joins us to recount the deli’s evolution amidst the ever-changing landscape of NYC. From its iconic “Send a Salami to Your Boy in the Army” campaign to the traditional ticket system, Jake shares insights into the family business and invaluable lessons for entrepreneurs, especially in the demanding restaurant industry of NYC. He unveils some of Katz’s secrets, including the meticulous […]
Corona motorist killed in multi-vehicle collision on the Grand Central Parkway in Jamaica Hills: NYPD
May. 22, 2024 By Bill Parry
A Corona man was killed in a chain-reaction collision on the Grand Central Parkway in Jamaica Hills on Sunday morning.
NYPD warns of credit card skimmers found at Dollar Tree in Ozone Park
May. 22, 2024 By Anthony Medina The NYPD 106th Precinct is reminding residents to double-check where they put their credit cards following the discovery of two card skimmer devices at a Dollar Tree location in Ozone Park. Police say a customer shopping at the Dollar Tree store at 137-20 Cross Bay Blvd. on Sunday, May…
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Queens EMT advocates for FDNY age reform in pursuit of firefighter dream
May. 22, 2024 By Athena Dawson For almost three years, Lamar Kelly has worked passionately as an FDNY EMT, serving others throughout southeastern Queens. At the age of 32, Kelly became an EMT in 2021, eager to make a difference. His goal was to eventually become an FDNY firefighter, which has been his dream career…
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