Gloria D. D’Amico, Queens County Clerk and Clerk of Courts, for the past 19 years and the first woman ever to hold the position, died on Tuesday, December 21, at home with her family at her side. D’Amico was diagnosed with cancer in September 2009 and suffered a relapse in April 2010. Despite D’Amico’s deteriorating condition, however, she was able […]
What Happened To The Record Stores?
The future of the music industry has been a pressing issue ever since sharing programs like Napster and Kazaa emerged. Today, files known as a torrent, which allows users to download large files such as movies and entire discographies for free in a short amount of time, are very popular. As these free programs evolve, more media can be shared […]
How To Make The Best Resolutions For 2011
Resolutions, resolutions. I don’t have any, but I’ve heard of such things. I’ve never been one to make New Year’s resolutions, but it’s not because I’m perfect. I thought I didn’t make resolutions at all, but it’s just that I’m making resolutions all year long and realize whatever I end up with in December just happens to be the most […]
Marangos Remembered
I rise to honor the late Dr. Mary Marangos, a longtime activist in the Hellenic-American community and dedicated congressional staff member who passed away this month after a valiant struggle with breast cancer. A career educator and public servant, Mary Marangos touched the hearts and bettered the lives of countless individuals from all walks of life. As the member of […]
The Pulpit
Times and dates are subject to change. Please call event sponsors to confirm. All Nations Baptist: •Sunday, 2:30-5:30 p.m., for three months, free English classes which have already begun, registration required, limited space, 86-76 80th St., Woodhaven; 718.296.2025. **** All Saints’: •Tuesdays, 6 p.m. Join the Sunnyside Drum Corps Marching Band, boys/girls ages 7-17; band information. 43-12 46th St., Sunnyside; […]
Meng Warns Of Dangerous Chemical In Foam Playmats
Assemblymember Grace Meng (D–Flushing) has asked the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission to take immediate action to ensure the safety of our children by investigating the use of a chemical in puzzle mats that led to their being banned in Belgium and France because the chemical is toxic to the reproductive system and can pose harm to fetuses and infants. […]
Bayside Author’s Puns
A new book, Pun Enchanted Evenings: 746 Original Word Plays, by David R. Yale, who hails from Bayside, is a source of answers to questions such as: Which tropical islands are havens for insects?, Why do men want to kiss women on the first date? For more—you’ll have to go to www.bestpuns.com to get the answers. Reviewed by the Washington […]
Blizzard Hits Queens
New York City was disrupted by the sixth largest snowstorm in its history on December 26. The storm dumped 20 inches of snow on Central Park, 22.5 inches in The Bronx, 24 inches in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn and 21 inches in Staten Island. In Astoria and Long Island City nearly 18 inches of snow was reported causing street closures, power […]
Nov. Elections Turned 2010 Into Interesting Year
In just three short days we will be saying goodbye to 2010 as we welcome in 2011. In our mind, in a political sense, 2010 will be remembered most for the major victories scored by Republicans: on the national scene, they scored a tremendous victory by capturing undisputed control of the House of Representatives; statewide, they re-captured the state senate, […]