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NYPD: Man threatens to slap woman on E train, then displays firearm

October 17, Staff Report

Police are searching for a man who allegedly threatened a woman on a Manhattan-bound E train in Jackson Heights last week.

According to the report, the suspect sat next to the 33-year-old victim around 8:40 a.m.…

Four suspects wanted for beating and stabbing man in Corona

October 12, Staff Report

Police are searching for four unapprehended men who took part in the assault and stabbing of a man in Corona on August 28.

According to the report, five men punched and kicked the 26-year-old victim around 11:25 p.m.…

Home goods store offering baked treats opens on 37th Avenue

October 12, By Hannah Wulkan

Whether looking for a bouquet of flowers, a new throw pillow, or simply a cup of coffee, a new Jackson Heights boutique has you covered.

Pauglina, a new store offering home goods and locally baked treats,…

Jackson Heights middle school principal passes away

October 7, By Hannah Wulkan

A popular Jackson Heights middle school principal, Dr. Dolores Beckham, died on Wednesday and was honored by community members with a candlelight vigil.

Beckham was the principal of I.S. 145 for 17 years, having started there in 1999.…

John Lennon Tour Bus coming to 78th Street Play Street Plaza on Saturday

October 6, By Hannah Wulkan

Jackson Heights residents will have the opportunity to “Come Together” to celebrate John Lennon this weekend.

The John Lennon Educational Tour Bus is coming to the 78th Street Play Street Plaza on Saturday from 12 to 6 p.m.…

Longtime Jackson Heights advocate Ivan Lafayette dead at 86

October 6, By Hannah Wulkan

Longtime local leader Ivan Lafayette died this week at the age of 86 after more than 30 years of public service as an Assembly Member covering parts of Jackson Heights, Corona and Elmhurst.

Born and raised in New York,…

Two men punch victim in face, steal cash on Roosevelt Avenue

October 2, Staff Report

The police are looking for two men who allegedly punched a man in the face and then took off with his cell phone and cash.

The incident took place on Tuesday, August 16, at 11:40 pm,…