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FDNY removes cardio and strength-training machines from the Planet Fitness in Bushwick, Brooklyn.

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Planet Fitness donates gym equipment to FDNY firehouses in Queens

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Signage in honor of late Queens Borough President Claire Shulman now up at Queens Hospital

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Local families can prepare for the upcoming school year by receiving free backpacks at the New York Restoration Project’s backpack giveaway series.

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New York Restoration Project to host school supplies giveaways throughout August

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Queens leaders rally in solidarity with immigrant communities amid TPS rollbacks

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Queens College has received a $1.1 million grant to support its first-generation student population.

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Queens College awarded $1.1M grant to support first-generation students

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New York State District Attorney Letitia James held a press conference on Thursday Aug. 7, detailing the first criminal case under recently passed legislation that criminalizes deed theft.

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AG James files landmark criminal charges after elderly Queens woman’s home stolen in deed theft scheme

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The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey broke ground on a project to expand a truck parking facility at JFK Airport on Tuesday, Aug. 5.

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A ‘win’ for southeast Queens: Port Authority breaks ground on JFK Airport truck parking expansion

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The 103rd Precinct hosted their annual National Night Out Against Crime event on Tuesday, Aug 5.

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Hundreds join 103rd Precinct at Rufus King Park for National Night Out Against Crime event

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The Queens College Choral Society is auditioning new members throughout August to perform works that will be presented during its 2025-2026 season.

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Auditions open for Queens College Choral Society’s upcoming performances

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U.S. Rep Grace Meng (center) joined AARP volunteers at a celebration of Social Security's 90th anniversary in Corona.

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AARP hosts Social Security anniversary celebration in Corona

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Capital One's flagship airport lounge opened at JFK Terminal 4 in June. 2025.

Capital One’s flagship JFK Airport lounge pays homage to NYC’s unique food, beverage and art scene

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Assemblymember Ron Kim to host annual back-to-school giveaway in Flushing

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Queens College to host free ‘Peter and the Wolf’ performances in Queens parks

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Rep. Grace Meng and Sen. John Liu brought together community groups and healthcare leaders for a roundtable discussion on Tuesday July 29 about the impact of President Trump's 'Big Beautiful Bill.'

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Queens lawmakers, healthcare providers analyze impact of Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ on NYC

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Southeast Queens youngsters, families, and job seekers will now have even more access to the internet at the Jamaica YMCA's AT&T sponsored Connected Learning Center.

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New Connected Learning Center debuts at Jamaica YMCA with $50K grant from AT&T

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The MTA is expanding locations of its Customer Service Centers for commuters across the five boroughs.

Queens riders to gain more support as MTA expands Customer Service Centers

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Residents of Middle Village are in shock after a 4 alarm fire on Monday, July 28, destroyed several local businesses.

‘It’s devastating’: Middle Village residents mourn loss of beloved businesses following four-alarm fire

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Modern playgrounds, basketball courts and green spaces coming soon to Corona parks

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Staff members hold a ribbon being cut by Interim Executive Director of the Cross Island YMCA Tiffany Dunbar, Assemblymember Clyde Vanel and State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky. Also pictured is Board Chair Nadia Cadogan.

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Cross Island YMCA celebrates renovation completion with ribbon-cutting ceremony

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Oakland Gardens teacher fulfills lifelong dream with first children’s book

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E-scooter company Lime has re-launched it Parking Warden program this summer.

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Lime brings Parking Wardens Program back to Queens to reward responsible riders

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Breakout Pop star Chappell Roan is heading to Queens this September as part of her exclusive three city tour.

Chappell Roan announces four-night Forest Hills run this fall

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

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Rockaway Sandcastle Contest returns in August

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