With over 1,600 locations in the US, Denny’s is practically an institution of dining in some areas. But to us, it is a brand new thing. The first Denny’s to open in Queens is coming soon, to Jackson Heights, at 87-10 Northern Boulevard. It is slated to open January 20, according to Denny’s of Jackson Heights on Facebook. The first […]
City Issues Rules For Christmas Tree Curbside Pickup
If your Christmas tree is beginning to resemble Charlie Brown’s, it’s time to remove the tinsel and place the tree curbside for recycling by the city Department of Sanitation (DSNY). Curbside collection of Christmas trees will begin on Tuesday, January 3 and will run through Saturday, January 14, DSNY officials said. You must follow the following rules for curbside pickup: […]
Resorts World Casino, Red Cross Collect Nearly 100 Units Of Blood
On Thursday, December 15, Resorts World Casino New York City (RWNYC) hosted its last blood drive of the year, collecting a total of 29 units of blood. Resorts World has now surpassed its annual goal by collecting nearly 100 units of blood. Friday’s collection surpassed the event goal of 23 units. Almost 30 people donated, and nearly half of the […]
A Healthy Prosperous New Year To You!
We are ever hopeful for improvement each New Year. Some are looking forward to great strides in all areas of life with this new year, some are less optimistic. We are happy to say goodbye to certain aspects of the previous year, and look forward to future success in all spheres of life. The only thing we each really have […]
Letters to the Editor
Holidays’ True Meaning To The Editor: I am impressed with the letters from police commanders about being safe during the holiday season, and also with the editorial about the meaning of the holiday season. To me, giving of oneself, volunteering, making a difference in another’s life by giving them light, loving kindness and emotional support are the true meanings of […]
Trump Ready For Jan. 20, But Policy Change Threats Remain
President-elect Donald Trump is just 23 days away from being sworn in as the next president of the United States, but we’re not any closer to knowing where he stands on immigration or Obamacare, two policy questions that involve millions of people’s lives and billions of dollars to the United States. Trump had declared his intention to make major changes […]
Homicides Down, Affordable Housing Up
As the year comes to a close, the 114th Precinct is reporting a drop in homicides of almost 67% and of almost 54% in shooting incidents. “What a really successful year in 2016,” said Deputy Inspector Peter Fortune, Commanding Officer of the 114th Precinct, at the December 20 meeting of Community Board 1 held at the Astoria World Manor. Citywide, […]
Cops Hunt Suspects In Studio Square Burglary
Police are searching for three men who forced their way into the Studio Square Beer Garden on December 15, and made off with thousands of dollars from two ATM machines, police said. The trio broke through a rear door at the beer garden on 37th Street between 3:15 and 4 am on December 15, and used a power saw to […]