Tag: willets-point-development

Community groups criticize Sen. Liu for backing Metropolitan Park casino bill

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Apr. 2, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A coalition of community groups in Elmhurst, Flushing, Jackson Heights and Corona has criticized State Sen. John Liu for announcing his plans to introduce a parkland alienation bill in the State Senate that brings the $8 billion Metropolitan Park casino project closer to reality. Liu announced Sunday that…

NYCFC, Council Member Moya announce $7.5M investment in Queens schools, nonprofits

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Mar. 7, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Council Member Francisco Moya and the New York City FC (NYCFC) announced a $7.5 million investment in the local Queens community Thursday, providing funds to around 20 local organizations with a focus on education, labor and workforce development, and community wellness. Moya and NYCFC representatives announced the investment…

NYCFC breaks ground on Etihad Park, NYC’s first soccer-specific stadium, in Willets Point

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Dec. 4, 2024 By Shane O’Brien New York City FC (NYCFC) broke ground on its new stadium in Willets Point Wednesday afternoon The 25,000-seater stadium, which will be named Etihad Park, is scheduled to be completed before the start of the 2027 MLS season and will be the first-ever soccer-specific stadium in the five…