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Bayside Business Association highlights growth, leadership and energy updates at annual meeting

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Mar. 24, 2025 By Jessica Militello The Bayside Business Association (BBA) held its annual membership meeting on Thursday, March 21, at The Douglaston Club, 600 West Dr., Douglaston. BBA board members, State Senator John Liu, and representatives from Panel NY Energy provided updates on their latest projects and remained available to answer questions from attendees.…

Queens Community Board 11 discusses local issues and property tax relief at February meeting

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Feb. 5, 2025 By Jessica Militello Queens Community Board 11 (CB 11) held its monthly meeting on Feb. 3, where members of the local community and elected officials gathered to discuss pressing updates, concerns, and initiatives within the district. CB 11 represents neighborhoods in northeastern Queens, including Bayside, Bay Terrace, Douglaston, Flushing, Little Neck,…

Northeast Queens residents invited to support veterans through ‘Valentine’s for Vets’ gift drive

Audrey Hall, a resident at the Maine Veteran’s Home, in Scarborough, examines Valentine’s Day cards

Jan. 29, 2025 By Jessica Militello Residents in Northeast Queens have an opportunity to show their appreciation for veterans by participating in the annual “Valentine’s for Vets” gift drive, organized by Assembly Member Edward C. Braunstein. The initiative invites community members to donate essential items such as new clothing, toiletries, and Valentine’s treats, including…

AM Nily Rozic partners with Grubhub and Selfhelp Community Services for holiday meal giveaway

2024-12-16 Assemblywoman Nily Rozic Brings Holiday Cheer to Flushing with Annual Holiday Meal Giveaway

Dec. 17, 2024 By Colum Motherway Assembly Member Nily Rozic joined forces with Grubhub and Selfhelp Community Services on Monday, Dec. 16, for her annual holiday meal giveaway. Rozic distributed 500 locally sourced meals to members of the Flushing community, including many seniors who frequent Selfhelp Rosenthal Senior Center. Selfhelp provides affordable housing, home…

Officials praise NYPD drones used in Douglaston home invasion response where family was held hostage

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Aug. 19, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan Two days after a family was held hostage during a home invasion in Douglaston, city officials gathered outside local Council Member Vickie Paldino’s office on Monday afternoon to applaud the NYPD’s efficient response.   Officials from the NYPD shared details about how the operation, which was compared to something…

Family fun day: Douglaston Music and Arts Festival returns Saturday, May 18

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May. 13, 2024 By Athena Dawson Are you ready for a weekend of fun-filled activities, Douglaston? Bring your family and friends to an exciting, free festival this Saturday, May 18, for a day filled with engaging events and entertainment. The annual Douglaston Music and Arts Festival is back this Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m….
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