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MTA to launch Queens Bus Network Redesign in two phases, starting June 29

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Feb. 21, 2025 By Athena Dawson The MTA announced the implementation dates for the first and second phases of the Queens Bus Network Redesign on Thursday, Feb. 20.  The first phase of the newly implemented bus network redesign is expected to launch on Sunday, June 29, with the second phase following on Sunday, Aug.…

Lead a walking tour of Queens: Submissions open for annual Jane’s Walk

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Feb. 18, 2025 By Jessica Militello Ever wanted to show off your favorite neighborhood spots or dive into the hidden history of your community? Jane’s Walk, a global event of free, community-led walking tours, is returning to New York City from May 2 to May 4, and Queens residents have the chance to host…

‘We are all immigrants’: Richmond Hill community rallies for unity and protection in Queens

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Scores of immigrants last Saturday, chanting, who built Richmond Hill, who is going to protect Richmond Hill, and who will keep us safe, demonstrated against the Trump Administration’s rhetoric that is driving fear in nationals.  “Please Show Some Compassion, Mr. President,” “We are All Immigrants,” “Together we are Home,” “America is a Nation of Immigrants,” […]

Queens officials slam Mayor Adams over ICE memo, call it violation of sanctuary laws

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Feb. 10, 2025 By Shane O’Brien Elected officials, unions and community organizations across Queens have slammed Mayor Eric Adams in response to reports that the Mayor’s office distributed a memo to city agencies suggesting that they should let ICE agents enter municipal facilities without a warrant if staff “reasonably feel threatened” or fear for…

Poll: Should this Queens native run for mayor?

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Feb. 5, 2025 By QNS News Team Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo has been rumored for months to be considering a run for mayor of New York City — and three straight polls suggest voters would easily back him over Mayor Eric Adams and the rest of the Democratic primary field. Elected three times as…

Queens officials condemn NYU Langone, Mount Sinai’s decision to cancel youth gender-affirming care

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New York State Attorney General Letitia James and other political leaders are demanding action after at least two New York City-based providers of gender-affirming care halted appointments for young patients in light of the Trump administration’s executive order vowing to pull federal funding for institutions offering such care, according to media reports and elected…

Queens slasher attacks man outside restaurant: cops

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Police in Queens are looking for the slasher who attacked a man and left him a bloody mess early on Saturday morning. Cops said the violent assault occurred at about 4:15 a.m. on Feb. 1 near a restaurant at 109-08 Liberty Ave. in South Ozone Park. Officers from the 106th Precinct responded to the…

New York becomes first state to recognize Lunar New Year as a statewide holiday

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Jan. 30, 2025 By Jessica Militello New York State has officially become the first in the nation to recognize Lunar New Year as a statewide holiday, following the passage of landmark legislation led by Assembly Member Ron Kim at the New York State Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 28. Kim, who previously secured the holiday’s…

Spectrum Scholars program offers $20K scholarships for college juniors in need

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Jan. 29, 2025 By Athena Dawson Spectrum, the telecommunications provider, has announced it is now accepting applications for its Spectrum Scholars program, a scholarship and professional development initiative for college students with financial need in the tri-state area. As part of the program, 15 eligible juniors will each receive a $20,000 scholarship to support…