Dec. 18, 2019 By Allie Griffin A bill sponsored by State Sen. Michael Gianaris to increase the amount in dispute that small claims court can address in New York City was signed into a law by the governor Monday. The law increases the previous jurisdictional limit from $5,000 to $10,000 and only applies to courts… Read more »
Dec. 16, 2019 By Kristen Torres A Queens lawmaker has introduced legislation to ban “devocalization” surgeries on household pets — a procedure that leaves cats and dogs unable to communicate. State Sen. Michael Gianaris, who represents western Queens, announced the legislation on Dec. 14 while speaking at PetCon NYC — a nationwide conference for animal… Read more »
Dec. 13, 2019 Sponsored Story The real estate brokerage firm Modern Spaces will host a holiday event at a Long Island City condo building Sunday to welcome new owners and to showcase the development to the wider community. The event on Sunday, Dec. 15, taking place at CORTE at 21-30 44th Dr., will run from… Read more »
Dec. 11, 2019 By Christian Murray Trader’s Joes is coming to Long Island City, according to a number of well-placed real estate brokers. The popular grocery chain, known for its quality products at affordable prices, will be moving into 22-43 Jackson Ave. A lease has been signed and the store is expected to open late… Read more »
Dec. 10, 2019 By Kristen Torres A new sculpture unveiled at Socrates Sculptural Park in Long Island City highlights the importance of trade workers through a one-of-its-kind lighting structure. The sculpture, entitled “Muscle Memory,” was created by trade workers from the Workers Art Coalition (WAC), members of the Local 3 I.B.E.W and students from SUNY’s… Read more »
Dec. 10, 2019 By Kristen Torres Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer and the Parks Department are looking to rename a Long Island City park that they say has a very bland name. Officials are looking to rename Bridge & Tunnel Park, located at 50th Avenue between 11th Street and 11th Place, after residents complained that… Read more »
Dec. 7, 2019 By Kristen Torres Elected officials and civic groups are banding together in an effort to make it mandatory for the city to study the racial impacts of a neighborhood rezoning. Public Advocate Jumaane Williams appeared alongside Council Members Antonio Reynoso and Rafael Salamanca Wednesday to call on the Council to pass legislation… Read more »
Dec. 5, 2019 By Kristen Torres A formerly homeless Queens woman who helped create the first Girl Scout troop for homeless girls is running for City Council. Giselle Burgess, a Woodside native, announced this week that she will be running for City Council in 2021 to represent the 26th District, which includes Sunnyside, Woodside, LIC… Read more »
Dec. 5, 2019 By Kristen Torres Three more century-old homes in Long Island City are slated for demolition. The multi-family homes are all located on the same block – one at 23-10 45th Ave. and two at 45-03 and 45-07 23rd Street. The demolitions will clear the way for the construction of a 45-story building… Read more »
Dec. 4, 2019 By Kristen Torres A Long Island City man has been sentenced to 25 years to life in prison for the shooting murder of an Astoria resident at the Ravenswood Houses in December 2017. Javyn McNish, 21, was sentenced Monday for the brutal killing of Jerell Lewis, 20, whom he chased and shot… Read more »