MTA tests out safer signal system on several LIRR lines
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Positive Train Control will now be deployed on select trains operating on the Far Rockaway, Long Beach, Oyster Bay, and West Hempstead branches.
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Santa Claus is coming to town — and setting up shop at the Queens Center mall
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The experience will open on Nov. 7.
Read MoreMore than 5,400 people have voted early in Queens
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Early voting continues until Sunday and the general election takes place Nov. 5.
Read MoreSpringfield Gardens football player nominated for “Heart of a Giant” award
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Springfield Gardens High School senior Jordan Kirkland was injured in his sophomore year, but gutted through months of physical therapy to return to the field.
Read MoreSeven years after Sandy, city seeks approval for Rockaway plan
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Final approval would allow construction to begin on a beach erosion prevention project by 2020.
Read MoreGianaris joins movement to reform Queens’ Democratic district leadership
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“The Democratic Party is at its best when it engages the ideas and talents of additional voices in our party.”
Read MoreCity Council votes to rein in ‘rogue’ commercial waste industry
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The issue is particularly acute in Southeast Queens neighborhoods, where waste transfer stations are located.
Read MoreMTA announces ‘inspection blitz’ to stop train debris raining from sky
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There have been eight reported incidents of debris falling from elevated tracks in the city this year.
Read MoreSCOOP: Tiffany Cabán just started a job with the Working Families Party
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The WFP played a central role in Cabán’s campaign for Queens DA.
Read MoreSafety training deadline approaches for construction workers
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Starting Dec. 1, workers at major construction sites are required to have at least 30 hours of safety training.
Read MoreQueens lawmakers rally for ranked-choice voting
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The lawmakers say ranked-choice voting would benefit candidates who are people of color, as well as those without the support of a major party.
Read MoreNew York City’s free ID program offers new benefits
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New organizations within the program include the The Apollo Theater, The Shed and the Whitney Museum.
Read MoreGirl shot in Jamaica, less than 48 hours after teen killed on basketball court
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The unidentified 16-year-old was standing in front of 89-29 161st St. just before 4 p.m. Monday when shots were fired, cops say.
Read MoreSoutheast Queens leaders demand community investment after teen shot and killed
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Amir Griffin was shot and killed by a seemingly stray bullet on Saturday night. He was 14.
Read MoreNYC Bar Association 'Approves' one Queens DA candidate
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The NYC Bar published its rating eight days ahead of the Nov. 5 general election — but with early voting already underway.
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