Opinion: Astoria power plant proposal undermines NYC’s resiliency goals
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A new Astoria power plant would “only continue the environmental injustice that’s dominated western Queens for too long.”
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Woodside woman charged with hate crime in racist outburst caught on camera
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The Queens Criminal Court building. Eagle photo by David Brand
By David Brand
A Woodside woman filmed throwing a glass bottle at a Black jogger while calling her the n-word was charged with aggravated assault as a hate crime Tuesday.
Lorena Delaguna, 53, was seen on video throwing the bottle and screaming slurs as the 37-year-old jogger passed the corner of 53rd Place and Broadway in Woodside on Aug. 17. Police released a month-old cell phone video of the bias attack in an effort to identify Delaguna. They announced her arrest on Sept. 21.
She was arraigned before Queens Judge Jeffrey Gershuny Tuesday.
“Crimes like this, which are fueled by hate, are in a special category for a reason,” said Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz. “No one should have to endure being called a vile slur or being attacked simply because of the color of their skin, their religion, or who they love.”
Delaguna’s attorney Samantha Diaz argued that throwing a bottle to the ground not demonstrate “harm” and said there was a “mental health component” to her client’s behavior, the Daily News reported.
Delaguna faces up to 7 years in prison if convicted.
Thousands of Queens kids head to first day of school
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“He needs the experience with other kids. We’re trying to help him start his life.”
Read MoreNYC leaders urge mayor to reverse LIC shelter reshuffling plan
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“The city should be making decisions based on sound housing policy and public health policy.”
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Cabán kicks off campaign for Astoria Council seat
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The former candidate for Queens DA is one of eight people running in Astoria’s District 22.
Read MoreNonprofit Talk: Sunnyside Shines adapts to serve small businesses during a pandemic
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Jaime-Faye Bean is executive director of Sunnyside Shines.
Read MoreStringer outlines opposition to Astoria power plant project in letter to state
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“This proposal, just as any further expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure, is incompatible with our climate goals.”
Read MoreMayor christens new ferry route from Astoria to UES
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The ferries depart every 28 minutes and shuttle a few dozen people across the river at a time.
Read MoreWoodside’s La Boom shifts from indoor dancing to outdoor dining
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“It was a whole different game. People were celebrating birthdays, buying bottles.”
Read MoreCracking the case: MTA calls on New Yorkers to ID glass-smash vandal
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Broken glass, everywhere.
Read MoreRidgewood justice organization provides food and info for the community
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Woodbine also provides newsletters, community guides and workshops.
Read MoreNYC adds three Queens plazas, one new street to Open Dining program
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“New Yorkers have sacrificed so much during this crisis and they deserve the opportunity to safely enjoy their neighborhoods and communities.”
Read MoreMoya serves meals to hundreds in Corona
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Moya’s district includes communities most affected by the COVID-19 health and economic crises.
Read MoreEx-Bronx prosecutor, community activist vies for Western Queens council seat
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“A lot of what I saw there led me to want to run.”
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