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A history of violence: 10 Tren de Aragua gun runners indicted in Queens firearm and drug bust

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Ten alleged gun runners and members of the infamous Tren de Aragua (TDA) gang indicted in Queens this week posed extraordinary dangers to the public, police and even their own family members, law enforcement officials charged Wednesday. Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch, Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz, and police officials illustrated the incredibly brazen behavior…

LaGuardia Airport takes center stage in new PBS documentary ‘Extreme Airport Engineering’

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Jan. 29, 2025 By Athena Dawson New York’s most notorious airport has made it to the small screen.  LaGuardia Airport is the subject of “ Extreme Airport Engineering,”  premiering on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 9 p.m.  “Extreme Airport Engineering” will debut on NOVA, PBS’s award-winning science program. The film provides an in-depth analysis of the…

Where to find the best dumplings in Flushing for Lunar New Year

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Jan. 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello As the Lunar New Year festivities continue, there’s no better way to celebrate than with a steaming plate of fresh, handmade dumplings in Flushing. Whether you’re craving crispy potstickers, juicy soup dumplings, or perfectly pleated jiaozi, now is the perfect time to indulge in one of the city’s…

Plans for a 16-mile Queens greenway advance as DOT wraps up public workshops

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Jan. 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) hosted its final scheduled public workshop on plans to develop a 16-mile continuous shared-use path along the Queens waterfront, linking Gantry Plaza State Park to Fort Totten Park. The Queens Waterfront Greenway is part of the city’s broader Greenway Expansion…

Major residential tower proposed near Astoria Park, offering scenic RFK Bridge views

Jan. 29, 2025 By emarshall Jan. 29, 2025 By Ethan Marshall New building permits have been filed for a 26-story mixed-use tower at 25-02 9th St. in Astoria, a cul-de-sac offering scenic views of the RFK Bridge and located near Astoria Park. The newly filed permits propose a 26-story development rising 262 feet and encompassing 218,157… Read more »