Sounding a familiar refrain, New York area lawmakers bashed the Bush administration over the weekend for proposing very sharp reductions in anti-terror funding for New York City, New York state and other states. A bewildered U.S. More...

Following in the tradition of public service and community involvement displayed by his father and brother, Paul Vallone has announced that he plans to run for the City Council in 2009. More...

The 2007 annual canned food drive sponsored by Christ the King Regional H.S. was a huge success, with the collected food donated to the food pantry at St. Matthias Roman Catholic Church in Ridgewood. More...

Those who would be business entrepreneurs are often advised that they need fiery passion about what they want to do and the toughness to endure setbacks and unforeseen events that would curtail or even destroy their intended achievements. More...

"Dust, noise, and heavy equipment are intrusive but common elements of construction," warns an advisory concerning work on the reconstruction of 47th Avenue posted on the New York City Department of Design and Construction Web site. More...

One of the best known symbols of Chanukah is the Dreidel. A dreidel is a four sided top with a Hebrew letter on each side. More...

City fire officials have once again released the FDNY's Annual Holiday Guide listing safety precautions for the use and decoration of Christmas trees, wreaths, and other holiday ornaments. More...

The agreement worked out by New York Attorney General Andrew Cuomo and six of the major health insurers in New York state for a consumer-friendly doctor ranking code is to be enacted into legislation under an agreement between Cuomo and legislative More...

Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Saints Lutheran: •Dec. 8, Saturday/Dec. 9, Sunday, 7 and 8 p.m. More...

104th Precinct Muggers Glue Victim's Eyes Queens detectives are seeking help from the public in their search for two thugs who slashed a woman and glued her eyes shut on November 29. More...

Last month, for the 11th consecutive year, students at Evangel Christian School packed shoeboxes with toys, candy, school supplies and toiletries for donation to needy children throughout the world. More...

I t's the holiday season, and for the gardener in the family the gift of choice often is a holiday plant. Over the years I've given and received my share of poinsettias, amaryllis, and Christmas cacti as gifts this time of year. More...

For those shoppers getting out before Halloween costumes even appear, remem ber: time is your friend. Holiday trend experts offer the following tips for taking advantage of the extra time you have given yourself to get everything done. More...

The Astoria/Long Island City Kiwanis Club held its annual Holiday Auction at Riccardo's By the Bridge, 21-01 24th Ave., Astoria, on Monday, December 3. More...

It's the most wonderful time of the year - decorating, baking, shopping, addressing holiday cards, and send ing festive packages to friends and family. More...

Reports estimate that a whopping six million tons of extra waste are generated nationwide between Thanksgiving and NewYear's. More...

Congressmember Joseph Crowley said that until August 8, he had never seen a flood on 65th Street, where he lives, nor had he ever heard Woodside declared a disaster area, as it was in the aftermath of the flood. More...

Departing from a tradition more than a decade long, the United Community Civic Association (UCCA) moved its holiday brunch from the LaGuardia Marriott to Ammos at 20-30 Steinway St. More...

Some people looked at an unused former Eagle Electric Company factory at 19-19 24th Ave., Astoria as nothing more than a derelict shell. Joseph Pistilli, president of Pistilli Realty, saw the building's potential. More...

Anyone driving east through Sunnyside is sure to spot Pete's Grill at 39-14 Queens Blvd. Passersby, pedestrian or vehicular, can't help but notice the fresh, new exterior décor, a theme carried through in the sparkling interior. More...

Many people believe that good things come in threes- and this is certainly the case at Starbucks during the holidays. The much anticipated "beverage trio" is back, this year with a sugar-free component that is sure to tempt the taste buds. More...

Long Island City-based White Coffee Corporation, a thirdgeneration, family owned coffee importing and roasting business, has announced that Charles Cortellini has been hired as a consultant for the corporation. More...

Despite a dip in median prices per square foot for walk-up and mixed-use buildings in Queens, prices in the borough are second highest in the city, trailing only Manhattan, according to a new report by Massey Knakal Realty Services, a full service More...

A recently released J.D. More...