Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology will install Dr. Sharon B. DeVivo as the seventh president in its history on November 7. The ceremony will take place in the hangar at 10 a.m. with a reception immediately following in the newly designed library on the Flushing campus at 86-01 23rd Ave. The installation follows the Vaughn Transformed Gala, which will […]
Do Not Forget, Learn From The Past
Yesterday, Nov. 4, 2014, was Election Day and we hope everyone who could, voted. We are sure that this is advice that cannot be repeated too often. While it is coincidental that Veterans’ Day falls one week after Election Day, we believe it is providential that these two days are so close in our calendar. We are free to vote […]
Letters to the Editor
Students’ Safe Travel A copy of this letter was received at theQueens Gazette.October 23, 2014The Honorable Arne DuncanSecretary of EducationU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, D.C. 20202 Dear Secretary Duncan, We are writing to express our concern about the safety of students traveling abroad as part of educational programs sponsored by our K-12 schools and institutions of higher education. […]
Brown, Katz Announce Grant To Fight Domestic Violence
Queens District Attorney Richard A. Brown and Queens Borough President Melinda Katz announced on October 28 a $900,000 federal grant from the United States Department of Justice’s Violence Against Women Office that will strengthen a highly successful initiative to combat domestic violence in Queens County. Brown said, “With the month of October ushering in National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it […]
Ginger And Republic To Help NYC Kick The Sugar Habit
An Astoria juice bar is serving as a haven for those trying to kick their addiction to sugar. Ginger, and its sister restaurant, Republic, are creating sugar-free delights for the masses, hoping to help people live a healthier life. On October 29, Ginger and Republic owner Johnny Solo hosted a book signing with High Voltage, the founder of Energy Up. […]
Burial And Memorial Benefits Available To Veterans
Dear Savvy Senior, Does the Veterans Administration provide any special funeral services or benefits to old veterans? My father is a 90- year-old World War II veteran with late stage Alzheimer’s, so I’m looking into funeral options and would like to know what the VA may provide. Planning Ahead Dear Planning, Yes, the Veterans Administration offers a number of burial […]
Rebuilding After Sandy
REPORT ON SANDY’S SECOND ANNIVERSARY BY CUOMO: On the occasion of Superstorm Sandy’s second anniversary last Wednesday, Governor Andrew Cuomo released a report detailing the progress made by New York state in “building back better” in the aftermath of that brutal event. The report highlights advancements made in the areas of housing, small businesses, and infrastructure and community reconstruction through […]
Katz Praises Boro’s Reaction To Sandy
On the second anniversary of Superstorm Sandy on October 29, Queens Borough President Melinda Katz issued the following statement: “On this second anniversary of Superstorm Sandy, I would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge the hard work and the perseverance of the residents of our city whose lives were forever changed on Oct. 29, 2012. Through determination and a […]
City Speed Limit Reduced To 25 MPH
For the first time in 50 years, the speed limit on New York City’s streets is changing, dropping from 30 mph to 25 mph. Commanding Officer of the 114th Police Precinct Deputy Inspector Kevin Maloney said the new limit takes effect, without a warning period, Friday, November 7. Maloney, speaking at the October 28 114th Precinct Community Council meeting held […]
Flushing House To Hold Their Fall 2014 Open House
Flushing House announced their Fall 2014 Open House. Experience the lifestyle of independent senior living at the Open House on Saturday, November 15, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. There will be free refreshments and parking. They ask that you RSVP at 888- 987-6205. Flushing House is located at 38-20 Bowne St., in Flushing.