Feb. 5, 2025 By Colum Motherway A recent controversy has emerged in the race for New York City Council District 30 as one candidate is facing criticism for using campaign contributions to cover the costs of an overseas conference trip. The spending, which was revealed through filings with the New York City Campaign Finance…
Jan. 31, 2025 By Colum Motherway Jonathan Rinaldi, a City Council candidate for Queens’ District 30, is running on a platform of transparency, accountability, and anti-corruption, vowing to shake up the political establishment. Positioning himself as an outsider, he emphasizes his commitment to fighting overdevelopment and special interest influence while amplifying residents’ voices on…
A man who plays four harmonicas simultaneously, a 7-year-old piano prodigy, and a woman who turns mixed materials into shoe sculptures were just some of the talented constituents who were featured at State Sen. Joseph P. Addabbo’s Artist Showcase on Dec. 15 at the Forest Hills Jewish Center (FHJC). District 15 covers central and southern […]
Dec. 10, 2024 By Colum Motherway Paul Pogozelski, a dedicated small business owner and community activist, is gearing up for his campaign to represent District 30 on the New York City Council in 2025. With a passion for his neighborhood and its residents, Pogozelski officially launched his campaign, “Paul4NYC,” last month, marking the beginning…
Nov. 26, 2024 By Colum Motherway Council Member Robert Holden praised the success of a recent operation targeting illegal scooters and mopeds, which took place on Nov. 19. The operation was a collaboration between the Queens District Attorney’s office, the NYPD’s 104th Precinct, the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles (NYS DMV), and…
Nov. 18, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Assembly Member Andrew Hevesi has announced the launch of a comprehensive 7-day-per-week street-cleaning initiative, funded by $100,000 in New York State funding he secured for the 28th Assembly District. The program, which began this month, aims to address persistent sanitation concerns while enhancing the quality of life in…
Oct. 24, 2024 By Czarinna Andres and Colum Motherway A large group of volunteers gathered for a joint cleanup event at Juniper Valley Park on Sunday, Oct. 20, making it the largest effort to date focused on improving the small portion of the park near Pullis Farm Cemetery. The event was organized in partnership…
Oct. 11, 2024 By Athena Dawson A local mobile bakery is bringing a delectable taste of Transylvania to Queens residents. Radu Sirbu, a Middle Village local, owns Twister Cake Bakery, a mobile bakery specializing in twister cake, a popular street food found in Hungary and Romania. Sirbu said the twister cake is reminiscent of…
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…
Sep. 3, 2024 By Anthony Medina Middle Village has bid farewell to several beloved businesses within the Metro Mall at 66-26 Metropolitan Ave. in recent years. Last month, Funtopia USA became the latest to close its doors. In a message shared on Facebook to valued customers, Funtopia expressed its heartfelt thanks to those who…