Opinion: The future of Edgemere is bright
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A pivotal vote by the City Council and community partnership began the revival of Edgemere and opened doors of opportunity for generations to come.
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Five Queens CMs have yet to support homeless housing bill
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“Having this set-aside is only a logical step to moving families out of shelter.”
Read MoreNew CUNY pilot program attempts to address food insecurity for some students
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Council Speaker Corey Johnson announced the creation of a fund that will provide 1,250 qualifying students with $400 to spend on campus food.
Read MoreCoalition urges city to promote tenants’ right to organize
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Tenant advocates say too few people are aware of the city’s Universal Access to Counsel law.
Read MoreByford blames vendor for No. 7 train slush slow down
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NYC Transit President Andy Byford called the failure “wholly inexcusable” after slush caused track transponders to malfunction.
Read MoreFlushing residents push for a path through tangled roadways
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Local organizations have championed several park projects, including a plan called the Kissena Way, which would create a network of pedestrian paths and cycle trails.
Read MoreConstantinides proposes Borough Hall caucus of Queens NYCHA leaders
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“We have to make sure their voice is part of big decisions on land use, parks and capital funding.”
Read MoreElmhurst’s Vietnam Veterans Memorial set to open this month
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The memorial sits on the northwest corner of Elmhurst Park.
Read MoreJamaica is getting a new shared co-working space
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The 12,000-square-foot coworking space will support 255 jobs, according to the governor’s office.
Read MoreRenewable Rikers movement gains traction
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Advocates, elected officials and community leaders are pushing for the Renewable Rikers Act.
Read MoreFreak remote-start car accident kills man in South Jamaica
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The NYPD Highway District's Collision Investigation Squad is still investigating the incident
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Richmond Hill man accused of chasing teen into traffic arraigned in Queens
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The teen was left with serious leg injuries after being struck by a vehicle.
Read MoreVan Bramer: NYC needs commercial rent control
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For those still lucky enough to be in business, it’s an uphill battle.
Read MoreSouth Ozone Park residents describe ‘horror movie’ sewage flood at Council hearing
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South Ozone Park homeowners took turns describing the impact of the sewer backup that flooded dozens of basements during Thanksgiving weekend.
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