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Rep. Grace Meng calls for NASA to block Musk and DOGE access over potential conflict of interest

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Feb. 12, 2025 By Shane O’Brien U.S. Representative Grace Meng has raised concerns over Elon Musk’s potential influence at NASA. NASA, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is the U.S. government agency responsible for the nation’s civilian space program and aeronautics research. Meng has penned a letter to acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro calling…

Chocolate Factory Theater in LIC receives $1 million grant from State Sen. Gonzalez, moves closer to renovation funding goal

State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez presents the Chocolate Factory Theater with $1 million grant last month. Photo: Office of State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez

Feb. 12, 2025 By sobrien Feb. 12, 2025 By Shane O’Brien  State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez has awarded the Chocolate Factory Theater, a Long Island City performance space, a $1 million grant to fund the complete redevelopment of its permanent LIC facility. Gonzalez visited the Chocolate Factory Theater at 38-29 24th St. on Jan. 11 and presented it… Read more »

Two Queens natives devote their lives to helping others on the road to addiction recovery

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Feb. 12, 2025 By Athena Dawson Two seniors with Queens roots have dedicated their lives to those on the road to substance abuse recovery.  David Tanner, 74, and Ira Weiss, 68, dutifully host weekly meetings bringing together dozens of people in recovery from substance use disorders. Attendees range from people currently in Samaritan Daytop…

National Grid starts 90-day project to enhance gas service reliability across Woodside, Jackson Heights

Feb. 12, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Feb. 12, 2025 By Colum Motherway National Grid is set to begin essential construction work in the 30th Assembly District, a move intended to bolster the reliability of gas services.  This District, represented by Assembly Member Steve Raga, covers the neighborhoods of Woodside, Elmhurst, Maspeth, Jackson Heights, Astoria, and… Read more »

Outpost Club: The affordable housing solution for renters in NYC looking for flexibility

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Feb. 12, 2025 By Ethan Marshall The real estate and management platform Outpost Club offers various programs and benefits to help people find and better afford rentals across New York City. Outpost Club helps to provide furnished housing for prospective renters. They also put a lot of effort into screening potential tenants in order…

Richmond Hill, Queens community hold unity rally amidst growing rhetoric from the Trump administration

Candidate for NY City Council District 28, Janeet Singh, left, is pictured with a resident, District Leader Albert Baldeo, Dr. Dhanpaul Narine, Bibi Alli, and others, who pleaded with President Trump for compassion, and to make a pathway to legal status, for law-abiding immigrants, who are business owners, and parents of professional children, during a demonstration in Richmond Hill, Queens.

Feb. 12, 2025 By Tangerine Clarke Scores of immigrants last Saturday, chanting, who built Richmond Hill, who is going to protect Richmond Hill, and who will keep us safe, demonstrated against the Trump Administration’s rhetoric that is driving fear in nationals.  “Please Show Some Compassion, Mr. President,” “We are All Immigrants,” “Together we are Home,” […]

JetBlue’s 25th anniversary: A quarter-century of innovation, service, and customer care

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Feb. 11, 2025 By Jeff Yapalater JetBlue, New York City’s hometown airline, kicked off its 25th-anniversary celebrations at JFK International Airport today, marking a quarter-century since its inaugural flight took off on Feb. 11, 2000. The airline’s journey began with a bold mission to redefine air travel by offering affordable, customer-centric service. Fast forward…

5 romantic places in Queens to pop the question this Valentine’s Day

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Feb. 11, 2025 By Paulina Albarracin Looking for a sign to take the next big step? Thinking about marriage? Well, this is it—your sign! Valentine’s Day is the perfect opportunity to pop the question and getting down on one knee is a moment that will stay with you—and your partner—for a lifetime. But finding…