Dec. 26, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Healthcare workers at Long Island Jewish Forest Hills Hospital (LIJ Forest Hills) brought the spirit of the holiday season to local families in need. LIJ Forest Hills held a gift handoff on Thursday, Dec. 19, through its annual Adopt-A-Family program. This year, Santa joined hospital staff for the…
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Local non-profit Commonpoint launches annual coat and toy drive to support Queens families in need
Nov. 14, 2024 By Czarinna Andres A Queens-based non-profit is bringing comfort and joy to local families during the colder months with its Coat and Toy Drive. Commonpoint, a community-centered social services organization, has kicked off its annual Coat and Toy Drive to help community members in need during the holiday season. The drive…
NYPD and Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield team up for special children’s day event in Flushing
Jul. 12, 2024 By QNS News Team The NYPD Community Outreach Division, in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, hosted a special children’s day event on July 11 at Kissena Park in Flushing. The event featured child safety and personal safety lectures, rock climbing, a bouncy house, a photo booth, snacks, drinks and the…
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