Mar. 20, 2025 By Colum Motherway Senator Joseph Addabbo partnered with Northwell LIJ Forest Hills (NLIJFH) to bring an interactive health and injury prevention event to AKAL Care Social Adult Day Care in Jamaica. The event, which took place on March 11, aimed to provide seniors with essential information on staying mobile, reducing stiffness,…
Mar. 17, 2025 By Colum Motherway Senator Joseph Addabbo is spearheading a multi-agency initiative to enhance safety, sanitation, and infrastructure in Richmond Hill, working alongside law enforcement, community organizations, and government agencies to address longstanding concerns. Key partners in this initiative include the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA), the New York City Police Department (NYPD),…
Mar. 12, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Conference of Italian-American State Legislators is now accepting online applications for its annual college scholarship program, offering four $3,000 awards to high-achieving students. The scholarship is open to high school seniors and undergraduate and graduate students, regardless of Italian-American heritage. Each year, the conference awards two academic…
Mar. 12, 2025 By Colum Motherway Senator Joseph Addabbo is partnering with the FDNY and the Woodhaven Residents Block Association (WRBA) to host a free CPR training session and empower local residents with life-saving skills. The event will take place on Saturday, March 15, at noon during the WRBA’s monthly meeting at Emanuel United…
Mar. 4, 2025 By Colum Motherway Senator Joseph Addabbo is teaming up with the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) to host a valuable resource event for TLC-licensed drivers in the Woodhaven community. The event, known as Van Hailin’, will take place at Monsignor Mulz Hall, located at 88-08 Jamaica Ave. in…
Oct. 1, 2024 By Anthony Medina Cook’s Arts & Crafts Shoppe, located at 80-09 Myrtle Ave. in Glendale, has served the community for over 50 years, providing art supplies and fostering creativity. On Sept. 18, the shop was honored by Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr., who represents the district, in recognition of its longstanding…
Sep. 25, 2024 By Anthony Medina Senator Joseph P. Addabbo, Jr. and Assembly Member Jenifer Rajkumar are hosting a paper shredding and household goods collection event in Woodhaven on Sunday. The event, which will be held on Sunday, Sept. 29, at the Forest Park Bandshell Parking Lot from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., is…
Sep. 24, 2024 By Anthony Medina New York City Public School parents with multiple children may find it easier to send their children to one school instead of separate campuses if a bill sponsored by Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. passes in the State Senate. As a member of the State Senate Education Committee, Addabbo,…
Sep. 19, 2024 By Anthony Medina A volunteer crew of 50 kids and parents took part in the second Middle Village Metropolitan Avenue Cleanup on Sunday, Sept. 15, collecting trash to help beautify the community. The beautification effort, led by Paul Pogozelski, president of the Middle Village Property Owners and Residents Association and the Middle…
Aug. 22, 2024 By Anthony Medina A free community day of fun, sponsored by Senator Joseph P. Addabbo Jr. at Laser Bounce, a family entertainment center at the Shops at Atlas Park, brought hundreds of families together on Friday, August 16, for one last summer celebration before the school year begins. Addabbo, representing the…