Film about legal leader Franklin H. Williams wins award
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“I am re-energized every time I view the Ambassador’s story to strive to build on the legacy he started some thirty years ago.”
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Opinion: Memorialize those we lost to COVID. Pass the NY Health Act Now.
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The NY Health Act, or a state level proposal similar to Medicare for All, is a legislative reckoning for the fundamental failures of our healthcare system to protect us against COVID-19.
Queens Community Board moves to oust member
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The executive board of CB 7 voted unanimously to bring the action to the full board last month and notified Choe of the proceedings against him on May 26.
Read MoreQueens legislator aims to put ranked-choice voting back on ballot
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“There's a lot to be concerned about [including] whether or not we’ve educated the consumer and the constituency to have the tools and resources to make intelligent decisions in utilizing this new method of voting.”
College savings accounts give Queens’ youngest a head start
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“This made a huge difference.”
Read MoreRockaway vandalism won't ruin summer celebrations
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“We’re not getting bogged down with that, we’re moving forward.”
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City to offer neighborhood specific translation services on Election Day
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The services will be offered on the final two days of early voting – June 19 and 20 – and then again on Election Day on Tuesday, June 22.
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Community leaders call for charges against driver who fatally hit delivery worker in Astoria
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“We just want to make sure that this man's life has been accounted for and that we have done everything possible to make sure that justice is there.”
Read MoreBack where it all began: Queens judge appointed to court he argued in as a young lawyer
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“I'm ecstatic – I am humbled by it and I’m sometimes in disbelief that this happened.”
Read MoreMayoral hopeful says it’s time to get QueensWay chugging along
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“We will build the QueensWay, transforming what is now a deteriorating, rusty railway into a public amenity filled with new greenspace and park land.”
Read MoreBorough president panel tackles position in police reform
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All three candidates participated in the forum, where a discussion about improving public safety turned into a conversation about the role of the New York City Police Department.
Opinion: A linear park in Jackson Heights
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This past year, even though it’s been a hard year, the Open Street on 34th Avenue has changed everything.
Read MoreHousing advocates rally for Queens lawmaker’s hotel conversion bill
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“This legislation is a good way to tackle the dual problems of distressed properties and lack of affordable housing.”
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