We note with dismay that starting next February residents of New York City will need to dial 11 digits to make local telephone calls. On February 3, 2003, for example, it will no longer be possible to reach this newspaper by dialing 361-6161. More...

Jackson Heights is hemorrhaging from traffic problems caused by out-of-towners. The area around 73rd and 74th Streets between 35th and 37th Avenues has reached the boiling point. This chronic situation has eviscerated our community. More...