A Flushing museum illuminates the legacy of a vital African-American inventor
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“For the Flushing community, the story of Lewis Latimer is an inspiration, and he’s a role model for what it means to be an American.”
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MTA adds extra community forums for Queens bus network redesign feedback
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Many residents are concerned about the elimination of favored bus routes, and whether that will lengthen their own trips.
Read MoreSenator Ramos endorses Constantinides for Queens borough president
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“Costa and I have envisioned the future of Queens together since we were young.”
Read MoreLegalize It: State Bar calls on Albany to end weed prohibition
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Attorneys file 420 motion.
Read MoreFormerly incarcerated New Yorkers push state to pass parole overhaul
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“Parole in this state is punitive. The number one function is to send you back to prison.”
Read MoreAdministrative clerk Kevin Rothermel streamlines Queens’ record-keeping process
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He does his best to help the people of Queens.
Read MoreSunnyside 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.
Read MoreAlzheimer’s bill gets backing from AOC after letter urging support
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The Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act would increase access to information on care and support for people that have been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.
Read MoreQueens-born journalist Gwen Ifill honored with postage stamp
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Ifill paved the way as the first African-American woman to host a major U.S. political talk show.
Read MoreHealth 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 MoreFlushing pick-up league for older adult ballers set to re-open
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A Parks Department spokesperson said the league will resume next week.
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.
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