In an attempt to convert 3.5 miles of abandoned railroad track into an elevated park, The Trust for Public Land has raised $1 million and chosen WXY architecture + urban design and dlandstudio to do a year-long study of the track and present them with design proposals. Nearly half of the $1 million of grants—from private philanthropists, several foundations and […]
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Variety Boys & Girls Club Holds Summer Talent Show
The Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens held their annual Summer Talent Show last week. The afternoon matinee was performed in front of the 300 summer program participants and staff, and the evening performance was held in front of 200 parents and community members. Nayomi Spencer, the Club’s Dance and Cheer coordinator selected the children, based on their interests […]
Costantinides Speaks At Queensview Houses
On August 14 at the Queensview co-ops, Costa Costantinides spoke about future plans he has for Astoria if he wins his bid for a City Council seat. He spoke of his plans to improve the state of local businesses in Astoria, as well as about his experience with schools and how he wants to install a dog run in either […]
Sweet Adele’s Reopens
Councilmember Mark Weprin (D-Oakland Gardens) attended the re-opening of Sweet Adele’s, a fixture on Bell Boulevard known for delectable candy, homemade baked goods, ice cream, and bubble tea. “Sweet Adele’s is a neighborhood gem, Cindy and Simon’s fresh products are what make this place so popular and special,” said Weprin. “Sweet Adele’s caters to the booming and diverse residents of […]
Apply For Disability Benefits From The Convenience Of Home
Have you been thinking about applying for Social Security disability benefits, but you are unable to visit a Social Security office to complete the interview? Or perhaps your disabling condition makes it difficult to visit a Social Security office. We have good news: you can complete your application for Social Security disability benefits from the convenience of your home. Get […]
Health Exchange Shopping Tips For Uninsured Boomers And Early Retirees
Dear Savvy Senior,At age 62, I will be retiring at the end of the year and plan to enroll in Obamacare until my Medicare kicks in. Can you offer me any advice on choosing a plan? Almost RetiredDear Almost,The new health insurance exchanges–also known as Obamacare–that begin in 2014 will have a significant impact on millions of Americans who need […]
City Planners Approve 5 Pointz Zoning Change
The City Planning Commission (CPC) voted unanimously on August 21 to approve a special permit application by the Wolkoff family, owners of the 5 Pointz building, for a zoning change to allow development of two high-rise residential towers at the Long Island City site.Approval of the measure by the CPC clears another hurdle faced by the Wolkoffs in their plan […]
A Summer Of Comebacks
Now we have reached the end of the latest stickball season. There were a tremendous amount of comebacks this summer as well as a lot of missing persons. Some games were decided late; some were decided far earlier. Despite the inconsistencies, a long-time record was broken and a slew of strong teams came to play. This now finalizes the standings […]
Trash Removal Sparks Homeless Arrest
Local lawmakers and community leaders are giving a thumbs-up to a Department of Sanitation (DSNY) supervisor and a police officer at the 114th Police Precinct for ridding neighborhoods in Long Island City of debris hoarded by a homeless man.Residents and business owners in and around the Dutch Kills community reached out over the past few weeks to 114th Precinct Crime […]
Dad Aids Cops In Rape Arrest
A man accused of raping a 22-year-old woman in her Long Island City home on August 21 was startled when he was confronted by the victim’s father—and jumped out a bedroom window at the home, leaving a blood trail that led police straight to his hideout, authorities said.Police sources said Andres Santana, 30, scuffled with the victim’s father and tried […]