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Three Queens religious landmarks join statewide Sacred Sites Open House weekend

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Apr. 30, 2025 By Czarinna Andres Three historic Queens institutions will open their doors to the public on May 17 and 18 as part of the New York Landmarks Conservancy’s 15th annual Sacred Sites Open House, a statewide event celebrating religious architecture, history and community life. The free event invites visitors to explore notable…

Tenant advocates call on Gov. Hochul and Queens electeds to support eviction protections statewide

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Apr. 30, 2025 By Athena Dawson Dozens of protestors rallied in front of Queens Housing Court in Jamaica on Thursday, April 10th, calling on Gov. Kathy Hochul and Queens elected officials to pass crucial statewide tenant-rights legislation. The protest brought supporters of all backgrounds, including tenant organizers, union members, and nonprofit organizations, who demanded…

Explore Queens on foot during Jane’s Walk this weekend

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Apr. 30, 2025 By QNS News Team Queens residents and visitors will get a chance to explore the borough like never before during Jane’s Walk Weekend, a global celebration of urban life through free, volunteer-led walking tours taking place Friday, May 2, through Sunday, May 4. Organized by the Municipal Art Society of New…

District 30 City Council hopefuls face off at Ridgewood Democratic Club forum

Ridgewood Democratic Club

Apr. 29, 2025 By Colum Motherway The Ridgewood Democratic Club drew a full house on Friday night for a highly anticipated debate featuring the three Democratic candidates vying for the District 30 City Council seat. Held at the club’s historic headquarters at 60-70 Putnam Ave., the event brought together Paul Pogozelski, Phil Wong, and…

Game on: Where to play pickleball in Queens

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Apr. 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello Pickleball season is in full swing across Queens, and there’s no shortage of places to play. With longer days and warmer weather here to stay, players of all ages are hitting the courts—from casual neighborhood matches to competitive tournaments. The borough’s passion for the sport is on full…

Queens Borough President outlines sweeping investments across Queens in State of the Borough address

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Apr. 28, 2025 By Athena Dawson Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. delivered his third annual State of the Borough address at Queens Theatre on Friday, April 25, outlining his administration’s efforts over the past year across education, health, the environment, social services and economic development. Richards’ speech took a defiant tone against former…

MTA pop-up events continue across Queens ahead of summer bus network redesign

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Apr. 25, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is hosting a series of pop-up events across Queens and select locations in Brooklyn to help bus riders prepare for major service changes set to take effect this summer as part of the Queens Bus Network Redesign. The outreach campaign began earlier this…