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News

Ben Guttmann takes over as QEDC executive director, plans to promote Queens as a ‘must-visit’ destination

By Shane O’Brien

Politics

Holden slams acquittal of NYC carriage driver in animal abuse case linked to 2022 horse collapse

By Shane O’Brien

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Gulf Air to return to U.S. in partnership with JFK’s New Terminal One

By Athena Dawson

LIC Post

Wells Fargo opens new LIC branch

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AMNY

In an already bizarre NYC mayor’s race, is there any chance of a write-in candidate finding success?

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St. John’s Episcopal Hospital earns redesignation as baby-friendly hospital

By Ethan Marshall

Blu Ember brings an upscale vibe and a blend of Asian and American dishes to Flushing.

Flushing

Flushing’s flavor fusion: Discover Blu Ember at The Westin

By Jessica Militello

Community Kayaking at Hallet's Cove

LIC Post

Escape to the water: free kayaking at Hallet’s Cove awaits

A snapshot of the sandcastle competition in 2022 includes an intricately constructed turtle.

Rockaway Sandcastle Contest returns in August

By Athena Dawson

Man in mask walks past American flags at 26 Federal Plaza in NYC

AMNY

Editorial | ICE, immigrants and the path of justice in NYC

Joe Ariola, a Malverne native with strong ties to Queens was chosen as a seventh round draft pick for the MLB's Arizona Diamondbacks.

Queens roots run deep for 2025 MLB draft pick Joe Ariola

By Athena Dawson

Jackson Heights resident Jose Lequerica has been charged with murder in connection with the beating death of his wife, Asli Ak, a real estate broker who had dreams of owning her own agency, according to her brother.

Jackson Heights

Jackson Heights man held without bail for allegedly beating his wife to death in 2024: DA

By Bill Parry

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AMNY

12 additional NYC subway stations to get accessibility upgrades under MTA’s capital plan

ssembly Member Jessica González-Rojas pictured with city and state elected officials, supporters, and neighbors at her Senate race fundraiser at the Queensboro. Photo: Kisha Bari/González-Rojas campaign.

Politics

González-Rojas picks up high-profile endorsements after officially launching campaign for Ramos’ Senate seat

By Shane O’Brien

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AMNY

Rockaway express bus service on 3 lines will continue, at least for now

three men apprehended in dark ICE courtroom.

AMNY

ICE in courts: Arrests go on in Lower Manhattan as leaked video shows immigrants detained in squalid conditions

Group of kids smiling and waving at man at after-school program

AMNY

These are the 40 new NYC after-school program sites opening this fall for 5,000 students

Meng has introduced legislation that would require ICE agents to display their badge and badge number.

Politics

Rep. Meng introduces legislation that would require ICE agents to display badge number

By Shane O’Brien

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LIC Post

Coffee Project NY unveils the Coffee Palmer, a new summer blend

A 23-year-old woman was injured after she tripped and fell from the platform and was struck by a 7 train entering the Roosevelt Ave-Jackson Heights transit hub during the July 21 evening rush.

Jackson Heights

Woman injured after tripping and falling in front of an oncoming 7 train in Jackson Heights: NYPD

By Bill Parry

The resolution opposes a proposed cannabis dispensary, which would be located adjacent to PS 58Q The School of Heroes 72-24 Grand Avenue, Maspeth (Pictured). Image via Google Street View.

News

‘We will continue to fight against it’: CEC 24 to vote on resolution against proposed Maspeth cannabis dispensary

By Shane O’Brien

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Bayside

Moped riders wanted for robberies in three Queens police precincts in one night: NYPD

By Bill Parry

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Flushing

Summer fun blooms at Voelker Orth Museum in Flushing

By Jessica Militello

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Flushing

IYKYK speakeasy in Flushing offers unique cocktails and Asian tapas

By Jessica Militello

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