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Council Members Holden, Ariola and Paladino team up to host winter essentials drive for homeless veterans

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Dec. 6, 2024 By Athena Dawson Three Queens council members have partnered to bring cold weather essentials for veterans in the borough.  Council Members Robert Holden, Vickie Paladino and Joann Ariola have partnered with local organizations to launch a Veterans Winter Drive for homeless veterans at Borden Avenue Veterans Residence.  From now until Dec. 16,…

Glendale Veterans Triangle shines bright after Kiwanis Club tree lighting ceremony

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Dec. 3, 2024 By Colum Motherway The holiday season has officially arrived in Glendale, with the Glendale Veterans Triangle on Myrtle and Cooper Ave. glowing brightly after five Christmas trees were decorated and lit on Sunday, Dec. 1. The Kiwanis Club of Glendale’s annual tree-lighting ceremony brought festive cheer to the neighborhood, featuring live…

CM Holden’s initiative and CB5 meeting result in positive enforcement in District 30 parks

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Nov. 27, 2024 By Colum Motherway Council Member Robert Holden recently called for increased NYPD presence in parks across District 30, requesting an enforcement operation to address ongoing quality-of-life concerns. Holden held meetings with key NYPD officials, including Chief of Patrol John Chell, Chief of Transportation Philip Rivera, and Chief of Patrol Borough Queens…

CM Holden applauds initiative to combat ‘growing menace’ of illegal scooters and mopeds in Glendale and Ridgewood

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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…

Holden and Ariola denounce ‘City of Yes’ zoning plan ahead of critical Council vote

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Nov. 25, 2024 By Colum Motherway Council Members Robert Holden and Joann Ariola have issued strong statements opposing the progression of Mayor Eric Adams’ controversial ‘City of Yes’ zoning reform plan through the City Council. The plan, which underwent slight modifications to strike a final deal with the council, includes a $5 billion commitment…