November 19 was the first anniversary of the installation of the “Welcome To Whitestone” sign on Francis Lewis Boulevard. This sign serves as an inviting introduction to people visiting the neighborhood of Whitestone, as well as a warm and comforting way of letting residents know they’re home.Welcome To Whitestone Civic Association President Devon O’Connor, a fourth-generation resident of Whitestone, and […]
Cops Offer $2G Reward For Mosque Hate Attack Suspect
Queens police are searching for a suspect who accosted and stabbed a Muslim man multiple times on November 18, as he opened a door to a Flushing mosque for morning prayers.Ahmad Bashir told police he looked behind him as he entered the mosque at about 4:45 a.m. on November 18 and saw his attacker standing there.Bashir told investigators the man […]
Koeppel, Dromm Give Away Turkeys at I.S. 230
Queens auto dealer Howard Koeppel donated 50 turkeys ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday for the families at I.S. 230 in Jackson Heights. The turkeys were distributed through the office of Councilmember Daniel Dromm on November 20. “I am once again grateful for Mr. Koeppel’s generosity and his commitment to giving something back to our community especially during this time of […]
Meng Visits Macedonia AME Church On Thanksgiving
Assemblymember Grace Meng and her family visited Macedonia African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church in Flushing on Thanksgiving. Meng gave thanks to the church for providing a warm Thanksgiving meal to the community. “We must remember that not everyone is able to spend Thanksgiving with their family, but the community is very blessed to have the opportunity to come together and […]
Simanowitz Teams Up To Donate Turkeys
Assemblymember Michael Simanowitz, the 102nd Police Precinct, Project Lead and Rosenblum’s Market team up with Fidelis Care to provide needy families in Kew Gardens and Richmond Hill with turkeys for Thanksgiving. Posing with turkey donations (L. to r.); Chaim Hecht, Shaul Rosenblum from Rosenblum’s Market; Simanowitz; Project Lead Food Pantry Coordinator Naama Asherova; Project Lead Executive Director Rabbi Avrohom Hecht; Officer […]
Serious Tree Hazard Remains
This tree in front of 140-18 Burden Crescent, Briarwood has not been removed in the portion which directly impinges upon a new gas pipeline, and poses a possible serious danger. This matter needs to be addressed immediately, before an explosion occurs.
Progress In Breast Cancer Research
I have an elderly aunt who was diagnosed with breast cancer many years ago. She was treated and remained cancer free for years. But I also had a next door neighbor who got the same diagnosis. She was treated, but succumbed to the disease not too long after. My experience is not unique. Those of us who have been around […]
Simotas Makes Statement In Support Of Israel At Marshall’s Conference
Queens Borough President Helen Marshall, the Queens Jewish Community Council, elected officials and community leaders held a rally in support of Israel on the steps of Borough Hall, November 19. “This is an opportunity to express our complete and lifelong solidarity with our trusted friend and ally, the State of Israel,” said Marshall. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the […]
Forest Hills Soccer Referee Selected Official Of The Year
Nearly 100 college soccer officials from New York City, Long Island and Westchester form the New York Metro Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association (NYMISOA). On November 12, at the Sterling in Bethpage, Long Island, NYMISOA honored those officials who particularly made a difference during the college soccer season. Forest Hills’ Mike Godi was selected as the NYMISOA New Official of the […]
Strength Training Tips For Seniors
Dear Savvy Senior,Can lifting weights help with age-related health problems? At age 70, I have diabetes, arthritis and osteoporosis and recently read that strength training could improve my conditions. What can you tell me?Looking for HelpDear LookingA growing body of research shows that strength training exercises can have a profound impact on a person’s health as they age–and you’re never […]