LGBTQ council candidates urge NYC to save work program for homeless young people
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“The costs will be far greater for our city if you choose not to fund this necessary program.”
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‘Clock is running’ — Astoria grocer faces eviction amid COVID-19 crisis
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“The landlord would rather see dozens of union jobs disappear and northern Astoria go hungry than do the right thing.”
Read MoreWestern Queens House hopefuls focus campaigns on combating domestic violence
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“These are not necessarily new, but they need to be put into a comprehensive policy now.”
Read MoreCops arrest three at Queensbridge Park after impromptu memorial for local rapper King Shooter
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“The cops started swarming.”
Read MoreQueens judge orders two South Asian candidates back on ballot, with call for inclusive election law
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“In a county as diverse as Queens, with many exotic and unfamiliar names, an expansive view must be taken of what is familiar or diminutive.”
Read MoreMaloney and NYCHA leaders call for coordinated COVID response as state and city pass the buck
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“NYCHA residents should not be responsible for distributing masks and hand sanitizer meant to protect them.”
Read MoreAdvocates plan vigil for inmate who died in Queens state prison
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Leonard Carter is one of six state prison inmates who have died from the coronavirus.
Read MoreDemonstrators urge release of LIC prison inmates nearing end of sentences
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“They’re sitting there practically waiting to die.”
Read MoreSilence from bail law champ Gianaris frustrates justice reformers
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“You need to put up or shut up.”
Read MoreGianaris challenger received primary residence tax exemption for Nassau County home
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Homeowners can only qualify for a STAR exemption at their primary residences.
Read MoreAstoria organizers assist neighbors in need during COVID crisis
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“A little love and attention might go a long way, but they're not inclined to ask for it.”
Read MoreCosmos take the pitch in Ridgewood, expanding Queens footprint
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“we see all of New York City as our home field.”
Read MoreCity kicks off annual teen voter drive in Long Island City
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“Students age 16 and older can pre-register to vote so that the moment they turn 18, they will be registered to vote.”
Read MoreSimotas vows to leave Democratic conference if Hiram Monserrate invited
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“I will not sit next to someone who I feel does not respect women.”
Read MoreQueens congresswomen demand info on unused Puerto Rico disaster relief
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The three members of Congress demanded the documents by March 10.
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