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Saving history: Queens preservationist helps rescue vintage storefront signs

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Feb. 25, 2025 By Shane O’Brien A Queens preservationist has helped save dozens of signs from iconic businesses that have closed down across the borough by ensuring that they end up in the New York Sign Museum in Brooklyn. Michael Perlman, a historic preservationist based in Forest Hills who founded Rego-Forest Preservation Council, has…

RIOULT Dance NY makes long-awaited comeback with performances at Queens Theatre

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Feb. 25, 2025 By Jessica Militello After a four-year hiatus, RIOULT Dance NY is making a triumphant return to the stage with a weekend of performances at Queens Theatre in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park on March 8 and 9. For renowned choreographer Pascal Rioult, the comeback is more than just a performance—it’s a full-circle moment. Queens…

Woodside veteran fired from Bronx VA hospital amid mass government layoffs

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A 20-year Army veteran who served four tours in Iraq and Afghanistan was recently fired from his communications job at the Bronx Veterans Affairs (VA) hospital under the Trump administration’s drastic cuts to the federal workforce.  Luke Graziani, 45, was at work on Feb. 13 when he received an email informing him that his…

QCP’s ‘Evening of Fine Foods’ returns with global cuisine and inclusive menu options

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Feb. 24, 2025 By Athena Dawson The Queens Centers for Progress (QCP) has expanded its offerings for tomorrow’s “Evening of Fine Foods” celebration. The event will now feature additional inclusive food options to cater to attendees with specific dietary needs. For the first time, ‘Evening of Fine Foods’ features dishes from two Glatt Kosher…

School District 24 education council grapples with leadership turmoil as members push for change

P.S./I.S. 113 Anthony J. Pranzo is one of dozens of schools located in District 24. (Google Maps)

Feb. 24, 2025 By sobrien Feb. 24, 2025. By Shane O’Brien  Members of the Community Education Council (CEC) for School District 24 are expected to introduce a motion this week to remove interim acting President Veronica Piedra Leon. The move follows allegations of her “consistent failures” to fulfill the responsibilities of the role and…

NYC Beer Week is in full swing, here’s how to celebrate in Queens and across the city

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Feb. 24, 2025 By Jessica Militello Why wait until St. Patrick’s Day to raise a pint when the festivities have already begun? New York City Beer Week is in full swing, running through March 2, bringing a citywide celebration of craft beer to over 40 breweries—including plenty of exciting events in Queens. This annual…

JFK Terminal 4 to showcase Queens and NYC eateries in new concessions lineup

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Feb. 24, 2025 By Athena Dawson Travelers passing through JFK Airport’s Terminal 4 will soon have access to popular local eateries as part of a $1.5 billion modernization project. JFKIAT, the terminal’s operator, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey announced the expansion of local concession options on Feb. 19, aiming…

Ridgewood leaders split on Trump’s move to halt congestion pricing

Congestion Pricing Sign along the Long Island Expressway in Queens, New York

Feb. 21, 2025 By Colum Motherway The debate over New York City’s controversial congestion pricing program took a new turn on Wednesday, Feb. 19, when the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) sent a letter to Gov. Kathy Hochul announcing plans to end the tolling program.  The letter, penned by Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, cites…

Jenifer Rajkumar’s Public Advocate campaign gets $1M boost in matching funds

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Feb. 21, 2025 By Colum Motherway Jenifer Rajkumar’s campaign to replace incumbent Jumaane Williams as NYC Public Advocate received a significant boost from the NYC Campaign Finance Board (CFB) matching funds program. Rajkumar’s campaign qualified for matching funds on Feb. 18 and received a whopping $1,092,331. She now has 19 times more cash on…