Oct. 30, 2024 By Czarinna Andres As Election Day approaches, several key state and congressional races in Queens are drawing heightened interest, with incumbents facing challenges amid contentious debates over public safety, immigration, education and economic development. In a borough where most districts lean Democratic, Republican candidates are mounting campaigns that highlight divergent policy…
Oct. 22, 2024 By Athena Dawson Southeast Queens residents can soon access MetroCard services in the comfort of their neighborhoods. Assembly Member Stacey Pheffer Amato and Sen. Joseph Addabbo Jr. are partnering with the MTA to bring its MetroCard Van service to their respective districts. The van will first visit the Lindenwood Food Emporium,…
Apr. 9, 2024 By Anthony Medina The American Softball League, a non-profit organization dedicated to giving individuals with developmental disabilities a chance to live their lives to the fullest, welcomed dozens of families and caretakers on its opening day at Vito Locascio Field, in Ozone Park, on Saturday, April 8. Organizers at the opening day…
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Mar. 15, 2024 By Anthony Medina Authorities seized hundreds of untaxed cigarettes and nearly 40 pounds of marijuana products on Thursday, March 14, during a nighttime bust of a convenience store located next to the Ozone Park district office of Council Member Joann Ariola. The raid of the 93-08 101st Ave. store stemmed from a…
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