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Cuomo Eases COVID-19 Restrictions in Central Queens and Far Rockaway

Oct. 21, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today that COVID-19 restrictions in two Queens coronavirus hotspots will be eased as infection rates have come down.

The Central Queens and Far Rockaway red and orange zones have been downgraded to yellow zones — in which nonessential businesses and schools are permitted to reopen.

Businesses that had shuttered in the red zones on Oct. 8 can reopen as early as Thursday. Schools that were forced to close in red and orange zones can reopen Monday, secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa said in a Tweet.

Off-Duty NYPD Detective Busted for DWI After Crashing Into Gate at College Point Police Academy

Oct. 21, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

An off-duty NYPD detective has been busted for driving drunk after he crashed into a security gate at the Police Academy in College Point yesterday, according to published reports.

Cuomo Extends Commercial Eviction Moratorium Through End of Year

Oct. 21, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Governor Andrew Cuomo has extended the statewide moratorium on commercial evictions and foreclosures from Oct. 20 through to the end of the year.

Suspect Wanted For Sex Attack Inside Flushing Meadows Corona Park Earlier This Month: NYPD

Oct. 21, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

Police have released a sketch of man wanted for an alleged sex attack inside Flushing Meadows Corona Park earlier this month.

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ICE Officers Arrest 54 Undocumented Immigrants in Greater NYC Area

Oct. 20, 2020 By Allie Griffin

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers arrested 54 undocumented immigrants in the greater New York City area as part of a recent move to target sanctuary cities such as New York.

Meng Redoubles Effort to Push Restaurant Aid Bill Through Congress

Oct. 20, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Queens Congresswoman Grace Meng and Long Island Congressman Peter King are redoubling their efforts to push a bill through Congress that would provide monetary aid to struggling restaurant owners.

New Coat Drive Launched To Help Needy Families Fight Off The Cold This Winter

Oct. 20, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

A borough-wide coat drive has been set up to help keep families in need warm this winter.

Early Voting Begins Saturday, Check Out Queens Poll Site Locations

Oct. 20, 2020 By Christian Murray

Registered voters will be able to vote in-person in this year’s general election starting Saturday, Oct. 24.

Enforcement of the Plastic Bag Ban Has Begun

Oct. 19, 2020 By Christian Murray

Enforcement of the plastic bag ban started today.

Update on COVID-19 Clusters Coming Wednesday as Central Queens Cluster Improves

Oct. 19, 2020 by Allie Griffin

Governor Andrew Cuomo said Sunday that he will reevaluate the five COVID-19 clusters across New York State and announce any changes — such as a rollback of restrictions — on Wednesday.

Police Looking for Three Teens Who Stole Thousands Worth of Apple Products From Stores Across Queens

Oct. 19, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Police are looking for three teens who have stolen thousands of dollars worth of iPhones and Apple watches from stores across the city in an ongoing grand larceny scheme from September through to last week.

Queens Man Struck Dead While Crossing Long Island Expressway Sunday: NYPD

Oct. 19, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

A 47-year-old pedestrian was struck dead while attempting to cross the Long Island Expressway in Bayside early Sunday morning.

72-Year-Old Man Dies After Being Struck by Car in Kew Gardens Hills

Oct. 16, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A 72-year-old pedestrian was struck and killed by a car in Kew Gardens Hills early Friday morning.

Less Than Half of New York City Public School Students Are Enrolled for In-Person Learning

Oct. 15, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Less than half of public school students in New York City are enrolled in blended learning, in which they combine in-person and remote learning.

Decision on How Long the COVID-19 Shutdown Zones Will Remain in Force Could Come Sunday

Oct. 15, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A decision on how long the COVID-19 shutdown zones will remain in force could come as soon as Sunday, Mayor Bill de Blasio said today.

City Council Passes Bill to Extend Outdoor Dining Program and Make it Permanent

Oct. 15, 2020 By Allie Griffin

The City Council passed a bill today to extend New York City’s outdoor dining program through next September — and at that point make a variation of it permanent.

COVID-19 Rapid Testing Site Opens at Kew Gardens Hills Library

Oct. 15, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A new rapid COVID-19 testing site has opened at the Kew Gardens Hills library branch.

Census Count Will End Tomorrow After Supreme Court Ruling

Oct. 14, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New Yorkers — and all Americans — have just one more day to fill out their Census survey after the Supreme Court approved its early termination in a ruling yesterday.

Barry Grodenchik, Who Represents Eastern Queens in City Council, Announces That He Will Not Seek Re-election

Oct. 14, 2020 By Christian Murray

Council Member Barry Grodenchik announced this morning that he will not seek re-election and will step down when his current term ends Dec. 31, 2021.

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