Oct. 16, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan
A respite center for migrants at the site of the former St. Agnes Academic High School in College Point closed permanently this past weekend.
St. Agnes respite center for migrants in College Point shutters early
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‘Major step closer’: Massive Willets Point transformation project enters city’s land use approval process
Oct. 16, 2023 By Bill Parry The city’s arduous public review process is underway for the massive plan to build a new neighborhood at Willets Point. The New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) announced Monday the formal beginning of the Uniformed Land Use Review Process, known as ULURP, for the city’s largest all-affordable housing…
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NYPD’S 109th Precinct talks reduced crime rates in Flushing, address residents’ concerns during community council meeting
Oct. 16, 2023 By Rachel Butler Dozens of Flushing residents filled the hall at Bowne Street Community Church to hear reports of reduced crime and applaud the Officers of the Month during the 109th Precinct Community Council Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 11. Attendees also had the opportunity to voice their concerns to their local officers…
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Where to donate amid the Israel-Hamas conflict
Oct. 14, 2023 By Aidan Graham
Following Hamas’ attacks in Israel over the weekend, which included the militant group firing thousands of missiles while kidnapping and killing hundreds of civilians, local organizations have stepped up to help — providing financial aid and donating much-needed resources to those in the line of fire.
Queens Botanical Garden hosting Halloween party Oct. 29
Oct. 13, 2023 By Rachel Butler Queens Botanical Garden will be hosting ‘Halloween at the Garden’ – a Halloween themed party, this Fall. Children are invited to show off their best Halloween costumes, walk a trick or treat trail and so much more. Set to take place on Sunday Oct. 29 at 12 p.m., there…
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Elliman report for third quarter of 2023 shows listing inventory and sales continuing to decline in Queens
Oct. 12, 2023 By Ethan Marshall According to Douglas Elliman’s report on the Queens rental market for the third quarter of 2023, the listing inventory and sales continued to trend down. This marked the third consecutive quarter in which the listing inventory went down year-over-year, with each falling well below the levels seen prior to…
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QNS Weekender: Six things to do in Queens this weekend
Oct. 12, 2023 By Nevine Salameh As we inch closer to Halloween, there are plenty of exciting activities to look forward to in Queens this weekend. Whether you’re in the mood for immersive comedy performances or family-friendly fall festivities, here is a selection of events to boost your weekend agenda. Friday, Oct. 13 Bad Trip:…
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The city wants to fund your community improvement ideas with ‘The People’s Money’
Oct. 12, 2023 By Iryna Shkurhan A participatory budgeting process to allow New Yorkers to decide how to spend part of the city’s budget, a fairly novel initiative coined the “The People’s Money,” is now open for idea submissions. Phase 1 of the new cycle kicked off on Oct. 10 and will last until Nov. 19. During this idea generation period, all New Yorkers over the age of 11, and regardless of immigration status, can submit ideas for projects that address the needs of their community. Projects must involve an expense, such as an after-school program or mental health initiative…
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Zumper report shows NYC has the highest rent among 25 cities examined
Oct. 12, 2023 By Ethan Marshall Zumper released its latest New York City Metro Report, which examines and compares the rental trends for one-bedroom units in several metro cities. According to the report, New York City had the highest median rental price for one-bedroom units last month, at $4,080. New York City’s median rental price…
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Two men convicted of murder for hire in fatal shooting outside Flushing karaoke bar in 2019: Feds
Oct. 11, 2023 By Bill Parry The president of a Manhattan-based construction company and a California man were convicted of murder-for-hire and murder-for-hire conspiracy in connection with the 2019 killing of a man at a Flushing karaoke bar. A federal jury in Brooklyn returned a guilty verdict on Oct. 11 on both counts of an indictment charging Qing Ming “Allen” Yu, 55, of Oyster Bay, and Zhe “Zac” Zhang, 35, of Arcadia, Calif., in the killing of 31-year-old Xin “Chris” Gu, who worked at Yu’s company outside the Grand Slam KTV bar of Fowler Avenue. As proven at trial, Allen…
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