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Op-ed: A new JFK Airport is a doorway to opportunity for local and diverse businesses

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Dec. 12, 2024 By Elena Barcenas and Loycent Gordon As successful small business owners here in Queens, we join all New Yorkers in looking forward to the transformation of JFK International Airport into the world-class airport our city deserves. But a new JFK will serve as more than a global gateway for travelers—for local…

Gaming meets travel: JFK Terminal 8 debuts Gameway lounge in time for holiday travelers

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Dec. 12, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Holiday travel just leveled up at JFK Airport. Travelers passing through John F. Kennedy International Airport’s Terminal 8 can now enjoy a cutting-edge gaming experience starting on Monday, Dec. 16, as Gameway opens its first New York location. The Gameway Ultra lounge, part of a $125 million investment…

NYS launches ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign to promote licensed professions

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Dec. 11, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan In response to a growing gig economy, the New York State Dept. of State recently launched a new campaign to promote jobs that require a state-issued license.    The ‘Be Your Own Boss’ campaign is a public service message to inform New Yorkers about the dozens of licensed professions…

City Council passes package of flood protection bills authored by Council Member Gennaro

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Dec. 11, 2024 By Athena Dawson The New York City Council passed a package of bills on Thursday, Dec. 5, aimed at addressing increasing flooding issues across the city. The legislation, Intro 0814 and Intro 0815, was introduced and authored by Council Member James F. Gennaro, who represents District 24, covering neighborhoods such as Briarwood, Fresh…