Sunnyside Yard panel highlights potential for public space
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The event seemed staid in comparison to recent project hearings disrupted by opponents of the plan.
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Health Department says no coronavirus in NYC, despite scary NYPD warning
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“There are NO suspected or confirmed cases in NYC.”
Read MoreRabbi who marched with King inspires Queens legal leaders
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“That’s what hate feasts on — getting two minorites to work against each other.”
Read MoreQueens senator pushes for better Access-A-Ride coordination
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The bills comes after the MTA announced major changes to the pilot program in November that would cap the number of rides a resident could take.
Read MoreState lawmakers call for borough reps on MTA Board
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“Borough representation on the MTA board gives riders a voice in the choices that affect them.”
Read MorePlan to banish jails from Rikers faces little opposition
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The city’s plan for closing Rikers Island jails and building four new detention facilities hinges on the city’s ability to reduce the jail population.
Read MoreQueens Holocaust survivors mark 75th Anniversary of Auschwitz liberation
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The Queens residents, originally from Poland and the former Soviet Union, were among nearly 100 survivors from across New York City who attended the commemoration.
Read MoreFour candidates dropped from ballot in Queens borough president race
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Another candidate who dropped out of the race last week will nevertheless appear on the ballot under New York election law.
Read MoreRecord number of volunteers canvass streets for annual homeless count
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“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”
Read More‘Hate Has No Place’ — MTA unveils anti-hate crime campaign
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“Every New Yorker should be able to travel free of harassment and feel safe while riding with the MTA.”
Read MorePublic review process begins for plan to actually close Rikers jails
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Though Rikers is technically part of the Bronx, it is located within Queens Community District 1.
Read MoreAfter ‘public charge’ setback, advocates urge immigrants to seek legal guidance
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“It is critical that immigrants and their families … consult legal advocates who understand the rule before assuming it applies to them.”
Read MoreCouncil’s public housing chair calls for more NYCHA funding in state budget
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“Decades of underfunding is the reason that NYCHA is currently in a state of crisis.”
Read MoreVeteran cops with Queens ties rise in the ranks
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“These are talented leaders and I am thrilled with the experience and vision each brings to their role.”
Read MoreAdvocates rally for ‘trans ban’ repeal absent from Cuomo’s budget
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“Our community has been criminalized for what they wear, who they are and for existing in public.”
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