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Secure your spot for the New York Energy Conference happening on April 10th

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Apr. 5, 2024 QNS News Team With the pressing importance of sustainable living and the pursuit of clean energy gaining momentum, Schneps Media is at the forefront, organizing a pivotal event designed to delve into the intricacies of fostering clean energy at accessible costs. The New York Energy Conference is set for April 10, hosted…
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Corona martial arts teacher wins gold medal in Taekwondo tournament in Mexico

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Apr. 4, 2024 By Ethan Marshall John Rodriguez, 46, who runs the New York Black Belt Center at 104-05 Northern Blvd. in Corona and teaches martial arts there, recently emerged victorious in a Taekwondo tournament in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. In addition to participating in the tournament, Rodriguez also attended a seminar, which comprised of…
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CB11 tells MTA to ‘go back to drawing board’ with bus network redesign proposal

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Apr. 4, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan With the MTA’s Queens Bus Network Redesign project in its final stages, Community Board 11 in Northeast Queens voted down a motion endorsing the proposal as it currently stands. At their meeting on Monday, Apr. 1, board members and local residents said their main problem is with the changes…
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Queens Borough President announces 2024 Community Board appointees

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Apr. 4, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. announced his 2024 class of community board appointees on Thursday, Apr. 4. Out of 848 applicants, 355 public servants have been chosen to serve across the borough’s 14 community boards for the next two years, marking the largest influx of new members during…
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Amazin’ Mets Foundation issues $240,000 in grants to local little leagues

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Apr. 4, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Amazin’ Mets Foundation, led by philanthropist and Mets owner Alex Cohen, announced Wednesday it will be devoting a total of $240,000 of grants towards supporting various local little leagues in New York City and on Long Island. Each organization receiving the grants will have a special Amazin’ Mets…
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Mets to celebrate diversity with ‘A Celebration of Queens Culture’ event at Citi Field

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Apr. 4, 2024 QNS News Team The New York Mets have announced “A Celebration of Queens Culture,” a groundbreaking event set for Aug. 13 and 14 at Citi Field. This initiative marks a departure from the team’s traditional approach to heritage celebrations, offering a multi-day experience that aims to inclusively honor the borough’s diversity. Historically,…
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Most expensive rental in Queens leased at $11,200 a month

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Ethan Marshall A Little Neck mansion at 53-27 254th St. has become the most expensive rental in Queens, with a monthly lease of $11,200. This Mediterranean style single-family home is more than 9,184 total square feet. Originally built in 2004, this property was once owned by New York Mets legend and…
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Local nonprofit to host free tree giveaway event starting Apr. 13

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Apr. 3, 2024 By Athena Dawson Starting Saturday, Apr. 13, the New York Restoration Project (NYRP) is launching a free tree giveaway as part of their Earth Month Initiative. Nature enthusiasts are invited to register for a chance to bring home their very own tree, at no cost. In collaboration with local elected officials and…
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