A developer envisions ‘an evolution’ on the Flushing Creek waterfront
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“It’s going to be a place where tourists and everyone else will want to come.”
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Easter masses cancelled in Queens, as COVID-19 confirmed in parishioners at two churches
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Churches remain open for individual prayer, and five masses will be streamed on WNET-TV every weekday, as well as special masses throughout the Holy Week.
Read MoreCity will loan iPads to students as school shifts to online-only
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iPad distribution starts this week, and remote learning goes live on Monday, March 23.
Read MoreCandidates petitioned til the last minute ahead of COVID suspension
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“There was some miscommunication,” he said. “We had some enthusiastic volunteers.”
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 MoreArraignments continue by video in Queens Criminal Court
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Meetings between defendants and their attorneys will also take place by video.
Read MoreCity orders marshals to halt evictions 'indefinitely' amid COVID-19 emergency
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“No one should be forced from their home and onto the street.”
Read MoreJail oversight board calls on city to release detainees to stop COVID-19
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The independent agency that oversees Rikers Island and other municipal jails has urged the city to release detainees in order to stop the spread of COVID-19, joining a growing movement of advocates and public defenders organizations that have championed drastic criminal justice measures to stem the outbreak.
Read MoreTenant advocates celebrate temporary eviction moratorium
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“The eviction moratorium and court closure means that now our clients don't have to choose between defending their homes and protecting their health.”
Read MoreAdvocates call for ICE to halt courthouse arrests during COVID-19 outbreak
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“The releasing of immigrants, halting of ICE enforcement, and closing of all immigration courts is a matter of urgent public safety.”
Read MoreThe special election for Queens BP will still happen — some day
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“The Mayor plans to select a new date for the election soon,” a spokesperson told the Eagle Monday evening.
Read MoreFamilies brace for financial impact of COVID-19 school, work shutdowns
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“We don’t know how long we can last without work.”
Read MoreQueens Village GOP cancels Steve Bannon gala
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“Our 145th Anniversary Lincoln Dinner will not take place.”
Read MoreNew York closes bars and restaurants to stop spread of COVID-19
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“There’s no way I’m going to be able to meet rent and all my bills just by making deliveries.”
Read MoreQueens Public Library closed until further notice
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The Queens Public Library has shut its doors in an attempt to stem the spread of the coronavirus outbreak.
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