Mar. 6, 2025 By Colum Motherway The resurgence of avian flu at two animal slaughter markets in Queens has renewed urgent calls to shut down New York City’s densely packed wet markets. The latest outbreaks come just weeks after a temporary closure in February, when an undercover investigation by NYCLASS and Council Member Robert…
Mar. 6, 2025 By sobrien March 6, 2025 By Shane O’Brien State Sen. Kristen Gonzalez and Assembly Member Claire Valdez have expressed support for increases in state funding for New York State Parks following calls from activists for Park Advocacy Day in Albany last week. Rob Basch, president of the Hunters Point Parks Conservancy…
Mar. 6, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Registration is now open for the NYC Parks & Recreation Queens Summer Camp 2025 lottery, which offers children ages 6 to 13 the opportunity to participate in a summer full of sports, educational activities, and outdoor adventures. The lottery registration period runs from Monday, March 3, to Saturday, March…
Mar. 5, 2025 By Athena Dawson LaGuardia Airport’s Terminal B has gained a coveted terminal rating. LaGuardia Gateway Partners(LGP), the private entity managing and redeveloping LaGuardia Terminal B, announced on Thursday, Feb 27, that Terminal B has once again earned Skytrax’s 5-Star Terminal Rating. The renewed rating solidifies Terminal B’s status as a global airport leader.…
Mar. 5, 2025 By Colum Motherway Ramses Frias is platforming his campaign in the race for City Council District 25 on his unwavering dedication to his community and strong connections to the area. District 25 covers the neighborhoods of Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, East Elmhurst, and Woodside. Shekar Krishnan is the current Council Member and…
Mar. 5, 2025 By Bill Parry Two Southeast Queens residents were indicted in a deed theft and forgery scam that stole more than $1.5 million from a vulnerable and elderly man in South Ozone Park, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced last week. Satwattie Martinez, 58, of South Ozone Park, and her co-defendant…
Mar. 4, 2025 By sobrien March 4, 2025 By Shane O’Brien The Floating Hospital, a New York City-based non-profit providing healthcare to homeless individuals and low-income families, has opened a full-service optometry practice at its main clinic in Long Island City. The optometry practice opened at the Floating Hospital’s main clinic at 21-01 41st…
Mar. 4, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Mayor Eric Adams announced significant expansions to NYC Health + Hospitals’ medical respite bed program Tuesday, which offers patients experiencing homelessness a place to stay for up to 90 days after a major health event. Adams was joined by NYC Health + Hospitals CEO Dr. Mitchell Katz to…
Mar. 4, 2025 By sobrien March 4, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Culture Lab LIC has announced a new international gallery exhibition featuring Italian art, offering Long Island City residents a chance to explore emerging talents and experience art’s power as a unifying force. “Art Exchange: A Bridge Between Italy & America” will run from…
Mar. 4, 2025 By jmilitello March 4, 2025 By Jessica Militello With St. Patrick’s Day festivities already underway and parades kicking off last weekend, the celebrations are in full swing. While pub crawls and pints of Guinness are staples of the holiday, you don’t need alcohol to join the fun. Many bars and restaurants…