Straphangers displaced by a recent overhaul of the Broadway N/W elevated subway station in Astoria had reason to celebrate last week. Officials at the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) reopened the station on January 24, weeks earlier than the agency had originally anticipated. The station was closed in July as part of a $150 million overhaul of four local stations. The […]
Apply Now To Be On Your Local Community Board
Borough President Melinda Katz is now accepting applications from qualified and civic-minded individuals interested in serving on one of the borough’s 14 community boards. “Our borough is stronger when residents from across Queens who care deeply about their neighborhood make their voices heard by joining their local community board,” Borough President Katz said in a January 7 press release. The […]
Queens Hospitals Keeping Us Healthy, Making Us Strong
Welcome to the Gazette’s Medical Issue. This week we highlight health maintenance and treatment options. The advancements made in the borough’s hospitals such as Mount Sinai Queens have been phenomenal, bringing us world-class care that is also accessible, and we could not be more fortunate. We are proud to see the progress taking place, bringing us to the forefront of […]
A Lowered Fare Is More Fair
The MTA has tabled the vote (for one month) on whether or not to raise the fare. We are glad of that, as they should take more time to evaluate and think about what is really going on. Our preference, and we believe it would be in the best interest of our readers, is to lower the fare for everyone, […]
Letters to the Editor
GCP Poor Lighting To The Editor: Driving on the Grand Central Parkway at dusk, overnight or in the early hours of morning, you may find yourself challenged by the lack of light and the fading reminders of where lanes are supposed to be. I am writing this because I have been that driver struggling to safely traverse the patches of […]
Urban Upbound Announces Free Expert Tax Prep Services
Urban Upbound CEO and co-Founder Bishop Mitchell Taylor, NYC Comptroller Scott Stringer, NYS Senator Jessica Ramos, Rev. Patrick Henry Young, officials from the IRS, local leaders, non-profit partners and members of the community encouraged New Yorkers to take advantage of the city’s free Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) sites – including over 20 run by Urban Upbound – and potentially […]
Hug More, Stress Less
Whether circumstances are good or bad, exciting or stressful, there are several simple ways to improve emotional and mental fitness. As one example, sharing a hug with a loved one has been found to boost immune system responses, help fight disease and increase overall health, according to an article published by “The Guardian.” Hugs increase serotonin, which is the body’s […]
Top Tips to Get Ready to Run
You’ve made the decision to get in shape, and whether your goal is a full marathon or simply a few laps around the neighborhood, there are a few steps to consider taking before you strap on those shoes and head toward the finish line. Here are a few tips to help get you ready for the big race: Seek Quality […]
NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Dietician’s Tips For A Nutritious Diet
The New Year is a great opportunity to create new habits and start eating right. Maria Biondi, RDN, CDN, Wellbeing Coach for NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, suggests the following tips for a nutritious diet and a healthy year ahead. “As folks look towards the New Year, many of them want a fresh start and to live a healthier lifestyle,” says Biondi. “It’s […]