New York 1 News reported that with 100% of the vote counted, Jimmy Van Bramer has generated 46% of the vote and is the Democratic nominee for District 26, which covers Woodside, Sunnyside and Long Island City. Deidre Feerick, the other leading candidate,…
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A Dedicated Man
Passengers on the No.7 train were startled Tuesday evening by this deep voice. Most riders, who had just finished work, thought “Oh, no, a loud, aggressive panhandler….” Instead, it was this tall, thin, 20-something man with black-framed glasses and thick sideburns.…
Sunnyside/Woodside Council Race: Down to the Wire
Jimmy Van Bramer’s and Deidre Feerick’s volunteers were out in force this morning, as they bombarded residents with campaign literature on the streets near the voting booths. Both candidates had reason to be so determined, since it’s clear that either candidate could win the seat by a mere vote or two. …
Campaign Canine
This beats glossy campaign materials. “Vote Feerick” it reads.…
Bar 43 to Hold Pajama Party
Who’s ready for a pyjama party in Sunnyside tonight? Wet, cold, windy–who cares. Well, Bar 43, aptly located on 43rd Street between Queens Blvd and 43rd Ave., is holding one starting at 9pm. “GREAT DRINK SPECIALS ALL NIGHT LONG, AND LOTS OF PRIZES ALL NIGHT FOR FUNNIEST,…
Sunnyside Film Festival to be Held Sept. 12
THE 3rd ANNUAL SUNNYSIDE SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL will be held on Saturday, SEPT 12th, 2009 beginning at 7:30 pm with music by Woodside’s own Kristen Cerelli. Films at 8 pm. Location (due to poor weather): Sunnyside Community Center, 43-31 39th St.
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NY Times Endorses Van Bramer, Opposes Queens Machine
District 26, Queens (Sunnyside, Woodside, Long Island City, Maspeth): Two candidates dominate the contest to fill the seat being vacated by Eric Gioia. Deirdre Feerick’s energetic community service is overshadowed by her excessive loyalty to the Queens Democratic machine. James Van Bramer has done good work for the borough’s enviable library system and has the independence and energy the Council needs.…
NYPD: Crime Is Down in 108 Precinct
Police Precinct 108, which covers Sunnyside, Woodside and LIC, reported that crime was down for the year through to the end of August, compared with the same period last year. Robbery, felony assault and burglary were all down. And there has only been one murder this year,…
Bloomberg Opens Sunnyside Campaign Office
Mike Bloomberg has set up a campaign office on Greenpoint Ave. (btw 45th and 46th) in the heart of Sunnyside. Just two weeks ago, this site was a cheesy, clothing store, called “10 Express” (I think). Mike, obviously, was very quick to move in!!…
Mexican Store Opens on 44th Street
A small Mexican store opened up last month between Queens Blvd. and 43rd Ave. (44th Street). It’s not a restaurant. Instead it sells Mexican food, from drinks to chips. Its worth taking a look at.…