City fire marshals are combing through the charred remains of a two family home in Woodside that burst into flames early November 18, trapping one man inside. The unidentified man was pulled from the flames by firefighters and was declared dead at the scene, a fire spokesperson said. Neighbors recalled hearing a loud explosion moments before flames erupted from the […]
Addabbo Delivers Greetings To Veterans From Glendale Students
For a special Veterans’ Day project, the first- and second-grade students of St. Pancras School in Glendale each wrote and illustrated a personal thanks using construction-paper cards to be hand-delivered by state Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. to residents of the VA St. Albans Community Care Center. The youngsters had worked for the past several weeks on crafting the creative, […]
American Brotherhood Of Bikers Show Thanksgiving Spirit
On November 17, Councilmember Peter F. Vallone Jr. joined the American Brotherhood of Bikers at St. Joseph’s Church in Astoria during their annual Thanksgiving turkey giveaway. Vallone, an avid motorcyclist, helped volunteers pass out a total of nearly 50 turkeys. The group donated more than $400 for the food pantry. The American Brotherhood distributed free turkeys on November 19 at […]
Van Bramer, Nolan Host High School Enrollment Fair
On November 16, Councilmember Jimmy Van Bramer and Assemblymember Cathy Nolan held a high school enrollment fair at the Long Island City YMCA. At the fair, 16 Queens high schools set up tables to answer detailed questions from parents, and future high school students. Teachers, counselors and administrators also provided pamphlets and prizes while encouraging attendees to look at each […]
Our Lady Queen Of Martyrs To Hold Annual Christmas Concert
Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Funaro and the Sacred Music Society of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs will present their annual Christmas Concert at 4 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, December 11. The Sacred Music Society joins with the Oratorio Society of Queens to perform this concert under the artistic direction of the Music Director of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Maestro […]
Savvy Senior How To Find A Good Handyman Or Contractor
seniors any tips for finding a good handyman to do some work around the house? I’m 71 and have had some bad luck lately with handymen who either don’t show up or don’t finish what they start. Searching Senior Dear Searching, Hiring a local handyman can be a bit of a crapshoot. How do you find someone who will return […]
Social Security Column Autumn Offers Lessons For Retirement
In autumn, animals know winter is coming and take the steps to prepare. Bears grow thicker fur and settle in for peaceful hibernation. Squirrels collect and store acorns and other nuts. Birds, favoring warmer weather and having the means to make it possible, fly south for the winter. When it comes to preparing for retirement, we can learn from the […]
Tips For A Healthier Thanksgiving
As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, the American Heart Association wants to provide you with some simple ways to make your big meal as healthy and delicious as possible. Many of the traditional foods served during Thanksgiving can be healthy, just avoid the butter, cream and sugar. Be sure to visit www.heart.org for more heart healthy tips for you and your […]
Red Tape Report: Burdensome In-Person Hearings To Fight Tickets And Big Fines For First-Time Violations Hurting Small Businesses
Needless bureaucracy and heavy fines for first-time violations are hurting New York City’s small businesses, according to a Red Tape Report by Public Advocate Bill de Blasio. With local unemployment rising to 8.8 percent, Public Advocate de Blasio is calling for reforms that will help ease the burden on small businesses—which create jobs at twice the rate of bigger companies. […]
Neighborhood Crime Watch
After a recent rash of crimes including an attempted rape, three shootings in one weekend, several acts of groping and numerous automobile break-ins, Astoria residents joined Councilmember Peter Vallone Jr. and other elected officials at Quontic Bank on November 17 in Astoria to discuss the creation of a neighborhood watch program. “Make no mistake our police officers are doing a […]