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Queens state officials craft legislation to push back against Trump

January 30, By Hannah Wulkan

Several local politicians have plans to propose legislation to fight back against some of President Donald Trump’s executive orders on immigration.

Assembly Member Nily Rozic, who represents parts of Kew Gardens Hills, Fresh Meadows and Bayside,…

Nolan claims that LIC’s infrastructure is too stretched for big development, opposes city’s plan to develop Jackson Ave site

January 24, By Hannah Wulkan

Assemblywoman Cathy Nolan came out strongly today against the city’s plan to develop a large-scale building over a LIRR rail yard site in Long Island City.

The criticism comes a day after the city announced that it is looking for a third-party developer to build a structure that includes retail space and housing units over the LIRR tracks at 11-24 Jackson Avenue.…

Meet the new precinct commander, town hall meeting in Sunnyside Thursday

January 23, By Christian Murray

Residents will get the opportunity to meet the new commander of the 108 police precinct Thursday at a town hall meeting organized by two elected officials.

State Assemblywoman Cathy Nolan and Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer are hosting the meeting just three weeks after Captain Ralph Forgione was named the new head of 108th police precinct,…

Jackson Avenue building about to face wrecking ball

January 23, Staff Report

Demolition permits were filed with the city last week for the bulldozing of a Jackson Avenue building that will make way for condos.

The 10-24 Jackson Avenue building, which was once the home to PNT Group Fitness &…

City Council passes public art legislation, sparked by pink sculpture saga

January 18, By Hannah Wulkan

The City Council passed a legislation package that overhauls the Percent for Art program, creating more transparency and accountability to the community during the process of commissioning a piece of public art.

The legislation,…

LIC condo prices continue to climb, rents remain flat

January 18, By Christian Murray

Whether it be a studio apartment or a 2 bedroom, condo prices in Long Island City continue to soar to new heights.

The average sales price for a Long Island City condo jumped 25 percent in the fourth quarter of 2016,…