May 22, By Jackie Strawbridge
In 2014, more than two decades after the Queens Pride Parade was born, Mayor Bill de Blasio became the first mayor to march in the event; this year, he will lead the parade as a Grand Marshal.…
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Crime continues to decline in Jackson Heights/North Corona
May 21, By Michael Florio
Despite an uptick in shootings, crime continues to fall in the greater Jackson Heights area.
Captain Brian Hennessy, commander of the 115th precinct that covers Jackson Heights and north Corona, reported that the number of crimes fell nearly 5% for the 28 day period through May 17,…
New lighting to come to Roosevelt Ave., in effort to combat crime
May 28, By Michael Florio
As a mean to increase public safety, new lampposts and LED lights are being installed along Roosevelt Avenue from 90th Street to 111th Street.
The new lighting will replace the current fixtures, thereby increasing visibility underneath the elevated No.…
Suspect wanted for fatal shooting on Roosevelt Avenue arrested, police say
May 18, By Michael Florio
The suspect wanted for a fatal shooting on Roosevelt Avenue two weeks ago has been arrested.
Raul Zamora, 33, was arrested Saturday in connection to the May 5 shooting death of Jorge Manzanarez, which took place near the intersection of Roosevelt Ave and 93rd Street.…
Brazilian restaurant to open on Roosevelt Ave.
May 15, By Michael Florio
A Brazilian buffet/restaurant is about to open on Roosevelt Avenue.
Aroma Brazil, located at 75-13 Roosevelt Ave, is expected to open on June 8th and will focus on Brazilian barbeque, according to owner Sydney Costa.…
Jackson Heights rental prices surge, 2 bdrms go for $2,400
May 14, By Michael Florio
Rental prices are on the rise in Jackson Heights. The average rental price in the neighborhood increased 7.45 percent for the month of April compared to March, according to a MNS Real Estate report.…
City comptroller rejects Pan American shelter contract
May 12, By Michael Florio
Plans to convert the former Pan America Hotel into a permanent homeless shelter remain uncertain after Comptroller Scott Stringer rejected a contract Monday citing concerns for residents’ safety.
The Department of Homeless Services and the non-profit group Samaritan Village had entered into a 5-year contract to turn the 79-00 Queens Blvd hotel building into a permanent transitional housing shelter.…
Suspect identified following fatal shooting on Roosevelt Avenue last week
May 12, By Michael Florio
Police are on the hunt for a suspect who they say fatally shot and killed a man in broad daylight on Roosevelt Ave last week.
The police allege that Raul Zamora, 33, shot and killed Jorge Manzanarez,…
Police search for 61-year-old who exposed himself on No. 7 train
May 6, By Michael Florio
Police are searching for a 61-year-old man who allegedly flashed a female victim on the 7-train last week.
The suspect, identified as Roger Almeida, was riding the Manhattan-bound 7-train on April 26th, when he exposed himself to a 31-year-old female victim at 3:30 pm.…
Dromm suggests constructing a school at site of old White Castle offices
May 5, By Michael Florio
A new school might be on the horizon in Jackson Heights.
Councilman Daniel Dromm has been in discussions with the School Construction Authority (SCA) about building a school at the old White Castle Headquarters at 69-01 34th Avenue.…