Councilwoman Elizabeth Crowley visited the Coca-Cola packaging facility on July 22, in north Maspeth’s industrial zone. Built in 1946, the site boasts more than 450 local employees, and primarily ships to local vendors within the five boroughs. “The jobs created here by Coca-Cola allow hundreds to sustain the lives of themselves and their families,” said Crowley, an avid supporter of […]
MetroCard Van Coming To Sen. Addabbo’s District
Later this week, the MetroCard Van will make two appearances in State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo Jr.’s district in order to assist his constituents with their public transportation needs.On Friday, July 31, the van will be stationed in two different locations throughout the day, allowing residents to purchase and refill MetroCards in spots that are convenient for them. Many neighborhoods […]
Wanted In Daylight Beat Down
Police this week released surveillance photos of a man wanted in connection with a brazen, mid-afternoon assault on a street in Long Island City.Cops said the 34-year-old victim was walking near 36-49 34th Street at about 2:45 pm on June 17, when the suspect lunged at him shouting, “You robbed me,” and struck the victim on the head with an […]
Cooling Centers To Remain Open Throughout Heat Wave
Meteorologists are warning the public that it will feel like hell on Earth this week, as the mercury soars over 90 degrees for at least the next five days.Temperatures will reach a body-roasting 95 degrees on at least two days this week as rising temperatures and high humidity remind us that it really is summer in the city.The heat is […]
Katz Thanks Local 806 For Pro Bono Pavilion Work
Queens Borough President Melinda Katz attended an informal thank you lunch at the New York State Pavilion in Flushing Meadows Corona Park on Friday, July 24, with members of the International Union of Painting and Allied Trades Local 806. Since May, Local 806 members have been volunteering to paint the structural steel of the Pavilion, which is undergoing a restoration […]
It’s In Queens! (July 30 to August 5)
Five-time Grammy winner James Taylor comes to Queens to give a concert this week. He might want to arrive early and leave late so he can enjoy a huge foodie event, a ghost tour, outdoor movies, festivals and concerts, and even a chance to watch top-notch cricket. Here’s the rundown.July 30, Doo Wop Concert, 7:30 pm. Golden Oldies from the […]
Assemblyman Goldfeder Fights Theft At 100th Precinct Bike Registration
Assemblyman and avid biker Phil Goldfeder stopped by the 100th Precinct Bike registration event at St. Francis De Sales. The popular NYPD program aims to reduce bike thefts in the community by engraving unique identification numbers that can help track and return stolen bikes.
Crystal Windows Names VP Of Manufacturing
Crystal Window & Door Systems is pleased to announce that Mr. Joseph Chang has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Manufacturing. In this role, he is responsible for all production, scheduling, purchasing, inventory, quality assurance, and logistics and shipping at the company’s main facility in Queens.Crystal’s NY facility manufactures 400,000 vinyl and aluminum window and door units […]
Hunt Suspects In Two Queens Plaza Subway Robs
Queens Transit Police are searching for the suspects in two unrelated assaults at the Queens Plaza subway station beginning June 22.Police released a sketch of a man wanted in the first incident, in connection with the attempted daylight robbery of a teenage straphanger on June 22.Cops said the suspect and four accomplices approached the 19-year-old male victim as he walked […]
Hunt Suspect In $10G Phone Robbery
Police are searching for a brazen bandit who cut a hole in the wall of a Corona telecommunications store on July 9, where he made off with nearly $10,000 worth of cell phones.Cops said the crafty crook cut a hole in the rear wall of the shop at 97-09 Roosevelt Avenue at about 9 p.m. on July 9, where he […]