Three students from Christ the King H.S. were chosen as winners in the Police Athletic League’s annual competition, Police Commissioner for a Day. Winners are chosen through an essay contest. Krystale Salvati, Ashley Biondo and Dominik Makocki (pictured l. to r., along with Principal Peter Mannarino) will be among other New York City students who will be paired with members […]
De Blasio, Rozic Fight For Flood-Prone Area’s Relief
Public Advocate Bill de Blasio and Assemblymember Nily Rozic held a joint press conference with homeowners in Fresh Meadows today to call for sewer upgrades and more responsive policies to handle ever more frequent flooding in Queens. As heavy rainfall events become more common, the city’s outdated sewer systems have been overwhelmed, leading to extensive damage from sewage back-ups and […]
Forest Hills Corner Co-Named For Thomas X. Winberry
On Saturday, June 8, the city honored Thomas X. Winberry at Metropolitan and Ascan Avenues by co-naming the intersection after him. Winberry served in the United States Navy, the NYPD, and the American Legion. Councilmember Karen Koslowitz presented the Thomas X. Winberry Way sign to his family. Many American Legion members and elected officials, including Koslowitz, Congressmember Andrew Hevesi and […]
Christ The King H.S. Celebrates 48th Commencement
Christ the King H.S. celebrated its 48th Commencement Exercises on Saturday, June 1. More than 230 seniors graduated with more than $11 million in scholarships. Pictured with Principal Peter J. Mannarino are Valedictorian April Weeks (l.) and Salutatorian Jessica Oliva (r.). Picture 2: The Christ the King H.S. Graduating Class of 2013 tossed their mortarboards at the moment of commencement.
Boro Prez’ Office Signs Anti-Tobacco Marketing Petition
On May 31, the Queens Smoke-Free Partnership, along with students from Thomas Edison H.S. in Jamaica and members of the Borough Student Advisory Council joined Deputy Borough President Barry Grodenchik to celebrate World No Tobacco Day. This year’s theme was Free Yourself from tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship. Grodenchik marked the occasion by signing a new online petition to protect […]
Vallone Delivers On Mailbox Graffiti Cleanup In Astoria
On June 5, Councilmember Peter F. Vallone Jr. and his staff repainted numerous United States Postal Service mailboxes across Astoria that had been vandalized with graffiti. Among the boxes repainted were ones on 23rd Avenue and 33rd Street, 23rd Avenue and 35th Street and 23rd Avenue and 28th Street. This is the fourth time in recent months that Vallone – […]
Mothers Everywhere Appreciate Extra Help
Think of all the times and ways that Mom has helped you over the years—when you were a child, and after you became an adult. With Mother’s Day in mind, now is a good time to pay Mom back with a little Extra Help—with her Medicare prescription drug costs.If your mother is covered by Medicare and has limited income and […]
How To Use Herbal Supplements Safely
Dear Savvy SeniorAre herbal supplements safe for seniors who are taking other prescription medications? I have a friend who swears by them, but I want to be sure before I take anything new.Cautious CarolDear Carol,Herbal supplements have become increasingly popular in recent years as millions of Americans are looking for natural and more affordable ways to improve their health. But, […]
St. John’s Prep Celebrates Commencement 2013
On Saturday, June 1, St. John’s Prep held commencement exercises at St. John’s University. One hundred eighty eight students graduated and 13 among them received Perfect Attendance Awards. It was a glorious day for the graduates and their families.
Cops Find Stolen FBI Car In Forest Hills
Police recovered an FBI agent’s car on May 29, along with an assault rifle that was stashed in the trunk of the vehicle.Cops said the off-duty FBI agent noticed the Toyota Camry was missing from outside his South Ozone Park home at about 8:00 p.m. on May 28 – along with an M-4 assault rifle and bulletproof vest the agent […]