Jun. 2, 2024 By Amy Schatz The New Queens Pride returned to Jackson Heights on June 2 for its 31st year. This year’s parade was filled with an immense sense of urgency amidst the joy, especially during a time when the Human Rights Campaign has declared a National State of Emergency for LGBTQ+ Americans thanks […]
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Western Queens lawmakers display pro-Palestinian stance: divergence from borough-wide pols
May. 31, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Western Queens is known for being a progressive hub, with the majority of its elected officials being heavy critics of the Israeli government and calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist who has represented Western Queens since 2021, has been a fierce critic…
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New York becomes first state to offer Inflation Reduction Act home energy rebates
May. 31, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 31, 2024 By Czarinna Andres and Lloyd Mitchell Gov. Kathy Hochul, along with state officials and U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm, announced Thursday that low-income New Yorkers are now eligible to receive rebates for energy efficiency upgrades through a federal program called the Home Electrification and… Read more »
Queens tenants file legal challenge against state agency, claiming unjust rent hikes
May. 31, 2024 By Ethan Marshall Tenants from a collection of rent-stabilized buildings in Queens gathered outside the offices of the New York Division of Homes and Community Renewal (DHCR) last Friday, May 24, to announce their plans to file an Article 78 legal challenge. The action seeks to compel DHCR to address and resolve…
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NYIFC hosting third annual 5K in memory of former player to benefit food poverty non-profit
May. 30, 2024 By Czarinna Andres May 30, 2024 By Queens Post News Team Soccer club New York International FC is calling on runners and community members to lace up their sneakers and join the club’s top athletes for a poignant cause. The soccer club is hosting its third annual 5K run to honor the… Read more »
The Return of The Great Woodhaven Yard Sale begins this weekend
May. 30, 2024 By Anthony Medina As the saying goes, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure; and the return of The Great Woodhaven Yard Sale puts that saying to the test. The Great Woodhaven Yard Sale, hosted by the Woodhaven Residents’ Block Association, anticipates having over 75 individual households offering a wide assortment of…
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Six Queens neighborhoods rank among those with most excessive property fees in NYC: report
May. 30, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The Queens neighborhoods of Flushing, College Point, Glen Oaks, Jackson Heights, Briarwood and Jamaica Estates ranked within the top ten neighborhoods in New York City with the most excessive property fees, according to a report by the financial services company CashNetUSA. The property fees taken into account for this…
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Man knocked unconscious in playground inside Windmuller Park in Woodside on Sunday evening: NYPD
May. 29, 2024 By bparry
[caption id="attachment_74900" align="alignnone" width="700"] Cops are looking for this suspect who allegedly knocked out a 54-year-old man in a random attack in a playground at Windmuller Park in Woodside on Sunday evening. NYPD / QueensPost[/caption]
May 29, 2024 By Bill Parry
Summer fun on a budget: Free activities to explore in Queens
May. 29, 2024 By QNS News Team As summer heats up, Queens offers a plethora of free events and activities, ensuring residents and visitors alike can enjoy the season without stretching their wallets. From outdoor concerts to art exhibitions, here’s a guide to enjoying Queens this summer at no cost. Outdoor Concerts and Performances This…
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Crunching the Queens crime numbers: felony assaults rise, burglaries decline in May 2024
May. 29, 2024 By Ethan Marshall The amount of felony assaults across both northern and southern Queens soared during the 28-day period from April 29 to May 26, compared to the same period of time last year, according to the latest crime stats released by the NYPD Tuesday. However, burglaries ended up decreasing at the…
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