Proposed Target would reduce Astoria parking
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“This would create more congestion in an already congested area.”
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A brand new rugby club, with a ‘Queens flavor’
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For the first time, Western Queens fielded a competitive rugby squad to compete with established clubs in Manhattan, the Bronx and the Rockaways.
Read MoreQueens’ Orthodox Jewish schools balk at proposed state regulations
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Members of Queens yeshivas are worried that increased oversight would compromise the values instilled through their religion-based institutions.
Read MoreState closes predatory lending loophole that affected thousands of small businesses
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Prior to the new law, creditors could seize a borrower’s assets in New York courts, even if the original agreement was not made in New York.
Read MorePolice arrested her after she tried getting help for her son. Now she wants to hold them accountable.
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“They showed up on my doorstep, now I’m here on their doorstep.”
Read MoreLaurelton choreographer explores stories of incarceration through dance
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“I knew that the system was biased but I didn't completely understand how crooked it was.”
Read MoreNYPD looks to “Build the Block” in Southeast Queens next month
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Expect to discuss the topic of public safety in the area and collaborate with officers in identifying and solving quality of life and crime concerns.
Read MoreLiberals boycotted a Trump booster's gyms. Now his skyscraper hosts a Democratic candidates forum.
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“It’s totally hypocritical.”
Read MoreLaw firms sue Catholic church and Boy Scouts for “secret files” on alleged sex abusers
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Marsh Law Firm PLLC and Pfau Cochran Vertetis Amala PLLC say they will represent 550 people who claim they were abused by Catholic Church and Boy Scout leaders.
Read MoreOP-ED: Flushing Bay and Flushing Creek stink. Renewable Rikers is the plan to fix that.
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“Imagine boosting our existing efforts to reconnect New Yorkers with the water if we have opportunities for them to boat, swim, and fish in accessible, clean creeks and bays.”
Read MoreSt. Albans residents urge MTA to restore weekend service on Q42
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“The people along that route are literally stuck in the neighborhood.”
Read MoreSouth Asian Indo-Caribbean Bar VP Ali Najmi named to city’s taxi task force
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Najmi, the Vice President of the South Asian Indo-Carribean Bar Association of Queens, has been a fierce advocate for the rights of taxi drivers.
Read MoreTitus’ move to civil court would open seat in state Assembly
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So far two likely candidates have emerged for the seat, which encompasses much of Southeast Queens.
Read MoreDepartment of City Planning upgrades community board needs and budget request tool
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A new webtool, named Community District Priorities, allows for community boards to formally submit their annual needs and budget requests to the city.
Read MoreNYC immigrants rights organizations sue Trump administration to stop ‘public charge’ rule
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“This is just another part of the Trumps’ broader family separation agenda. And frankly, this agenda to make this country as white as possible.”
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