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QueensLink receives $400K federal grant to advance …
2 days ago · The QueensLink project received a major boost with a $400,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation.. Announced on Friday, Jan. 10, the funding is part of the Reconnecting Communities ...
Addabbo emphasizes importance of new laws impacting Queens …
1 day ago · As New York enters 2025, a slate of new laws impacting minimum wage, paid leave, civil rights, and environmental protections have taken effect, shaping the lives of residents in Queens and across ...
Divided support in Queens: City Council approves Mayor Adams’ …
Dec 6, 2024 · Mayor Eric Adams’ controversial zoning reform plan, "City of Yes," was approved by the New York City Council on Thursday, Dec. 5, with a 31-20 vote.
Lawmakers secure federal funding to combat flooding in Queens …
1 day ago · She added that they negotiated an increase of nearly $70 million more to address the urgent problem. Schumer noted that the extra funding was necessary to combat future flooding in Queens like the ...
Congestion pricing gets the green light: What Queens drivers …
Jan 4, 2025 · That ruling prompted attorneys representing New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy to file a motion for clarification about whether congestion pricing could move forward on Jan. 5.
2025 Voting Is Now Closed - Best of the Boro
From September 18th to December 31st, 2024, voting is open for the Bethpage Best of the Boro program. During this period, everyone can vote for whatever local nominees they feel should hold a Bethpage Best of the Boro title. You are allowed one vote per person per day for each category.
Year in Review: The most popular QNS story from each month of …
Dec 23, 2024 · The Puppy Mill Pipeline Act, signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul in 2022, officially took effect on Dec. 15, prohibiting retail pet shops from selling dogs, cats, and rabbits.
AI-powered parking tools launched in Queens to address mis …
Nov 1, 2024 · Veo, one of the three participating e-scooter companies in the DOT’s e-scooter program, is partnering with Captur, an AI company, to bring AI-powered parking to Queens.. According to Veo, Captur ...
Queens Courier: October 11 – 17, 2024 Edition – QNS
Oct 11, 2024 · This week’s edition of The Queens Courier brings a closer look at key developments across the borough, highlighting both community-driven efforts and major infrastructure projects.. A ...