It was a full house at P.S. 17 on August 9; more than 150 parents attended their children’s closing ceremony for the Building Educated Leaders for Life (BELL) summer learning program.Councilmember Peter F. Vallone Jr., who joined Zone 126 to cover the costs of $26,500 to open the school for the summer program, spoke of his excitement at seeing so […]
Interactive Science Show For Kids At Flushing Library
On Wednesday, August 14, the interactive science storytellers, otherwise known as the Sciencetellers, will be presenting a show at the Queens Library in Flushing. The Sciencetellers teach science to the kids in their audience by telling a lively, interactive and exciting story. At each of these shows, members of the audience can volunteer and help the performers present their storytelling […]
1910 Fruitgum Co. Names Vallone Honorary Member
On August 9, Councilmember Peter F. Vallone Jr. joined The 1910 Fruitgum Company – which had several Top 100 hits in the 1960s – on stage for two songs during the band’s Astoria Waterfront Concert on the Great Lawn in Astoria Park. Vallone, an avid musician, played bass guitar during lively renditions of “Happy Together” and “I’m A Believer”. The […]
Bloomberg, Walcott Explain State Test Results
Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg, City Schools Chancellor Dennis M. Walcott, state Board of Regents Chancellor Merryl H. Tisch and state Education Commissioner John B. King Jr. detailed the test results from the new Common Core state math and English tests for students in grades three through eight on Wednesday, August 7. The new tests are far more rigorous than any […]
Gianaris Brings Real Time Train Countdown To Astoria
Life will get easier for straphangers on the N and Q trains in Astoria. In response to years of advocacy by state Senator Michael Gianaris, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) and New York City Transit (NYCT) will implement Real Time Information, an automated system that will announce how long riders have until the next train arrives, in five Astoria stations. […]
EmblemHealth Hosts CellPhone Workshop For Seniors
About 20 Queens seniors learned to send text messages, save contact information and use their phone in an emergency on the morning of July 11. The free event was a part of EmblemHealth Neighborhood Care’s “Cell Phone Literacy for Older Adults”, a monthly workshop series intended to help Queens seniors stay in touch with family members and social circles.Nationally, 76 […]
Marshall Welcomes New Commander
Queens Borough President Helen Marshall welcomed new Patrol Borough Queens South Commander and Assistant Chief Kevin Ward at Borough Hall on August 8. Marshall congratulated Ward and wished him well following his appointment to his new post. He took over the command on July 31 from Assistant Chief James Secreto, who was reassigned to command Patrol Borough Manhattan North.
Marshall, Amerivents Sponsor US Open Job Fair
Queens Borough President Helen Marshall welcomed new Patrol Borough Queens South Commander and Assistant Chief Kevin Ward at Borough Hall on August 8. Marshall congratulated Ward and wished him well following his appointment to his new post. He took over the command on July 31 from Assistant Chief James Secreto, who was reassigned to command Patrol Borough Manhattan North.
Dromm Celebrates Eid With Muslim Constituents
Councilmember Daniel Dromm joined his Muslim neighbors at two Eid celebrations in his district on August 9. Eid is the Muslim celebration ending a month of fasting known as Ramadan. Dromm said he is proud to stand with his Muslim neighbors, and wished everyone a Happy Eid.
Simotas, Gianaris and Global Kids Discuss Climate Change
On August 6, Assemblymember Aravella Simotas and state Senator Michael Gianaris welcomed students and representatives from Global Kids to their district offices for a discussion of the Greening Western Queens summer initiative. The program, run in conjunction with The Horticultural Society of New York, focused on students promoting green rooftops and community-focused gardening. “Every time I meet with students, it […]