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Holden accuses Council of ‘crying wolf’ on e-bike dangers while blocking safety bill

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Jun. 3, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Council Member Robert Holden sharply criticized fellow City Council members on Thursday, May 29 following the Public Safety Executive Budget hearing, accusing them of hypocrisy for voicing concerns about the city’s e-bike crisis while refusing to back proposed legislation he says would directly address the issue. Holden’s comments…

State legislature passes Addabbo bill requiring 45-day notice for utility rate hikes

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Jun. 2, 2025 By Colum Motherway The New York State Legislature has approved a bill introduced by State Senator Joseph Addabbo that aims to boost transparency for utility customers across the state. The legislation, S.1194-B, would require utility companies to provide a minimum of 45 days’ notice before imposing any rate or service charge…

Italy’s C2C Festival made its U.S. debut in Maspeth with a bold lineup

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May. 14, 2025 By Colum Motherway C2C Festival, Italy’s preeminent avant-pop music event, made its much-anticipated U.S. debut on Friday, May 9, transforming Queens’ Knockdown Center into a hub of genre-defying sound and experimental performance.  Coinciding with Frieze Art Week, the inaugural North American edition of the festival showcased the bold creative vision that…

Candidates compete for open District 30 Council seat as Holden reaches term limit

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May. 1, 2025 By Colum Motherway Queens voters will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of New York City government as all 51 City Council seats are up for grabs in the 2025 election cycle. With several incumbents term-limited and new challengers stepping into the spotlight, the borough is home to some…

District 30 City Council hopefuls face off at Ridgewood Democratic Club forum

Ridgewood Democratic Club

Apr. 29, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Ridgewood Democratic Club drew a full house on Friday night for a highly anticipated debate featuring the three Democratic candidates vying for the District 30 City Council seat. Held at the club’s historic headquarters at 60-70 Putnam Ave., the event brought together Paul Pogozelski, Phil Wong, and…

Ridgewood union workers among 600 to win new contract in Manhattan Beer strike

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Apr. 22, 2025 By Colum Motherway After a three-day strike that disrupted beverage distribution across the New York metropolitan area, unionized beer delivery drivers and warehouse workers at Manhattan Beer & Beverage Distributors (MBBD) — including those from Ridgewood — have emerged victorious, securing a new union contract with improved pension benefits. The strike…

Newtown Historical Society unveils rare maps of old Queens in Maspeth exhibit

Newtown Historical Society exhibit in Maspeth

Apr. 16, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Newtown Historical Society, in collaboration with Council Member Robert Holden, has unveiled its latest exhibit, ‘Historic Maps of Newtown.’  It is now open to the public at Holden’s district office, located at 58-38 69 St., 2nd Floor. The exhibit is available for viewing during regular business hours…

Filipino-American café opens in former Li Wan spot, finds warm welcome in Middle Village

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Apr. 16, 2025 By Jessica Militello A beloved Brooklyn café known for its comforting coffee, warm hospitality and Filipino-American fusion cuisine has made its way to Queens. Café Pri recently opened its doors in Middle Village, marking its first expansion outside of Bushwick. Located at 64-28 Metropolitan Ave., the café celebrated its grand opening…