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NYC to Reopen Monday After Three Months of Shutdown and Over 20,000 Dead

June 5, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York City will finally reopen Monday, but it comes nearly three months after the shutdown and the death of more that 20,000 New Yorkers — about 6,500 of whom are from Queens.

The city will enter phase one of reopening Monday, with construction, agriculture, hunting, manufacturing and wholesale trade employees returning to work — an estimated 400,000 people.

The virus has killed 6,326 Queens residents and 21,782 New York City residents as of Friday, according to Health Department data.

New Mobile COVID Testing Coming Next Week, First Stop in Kew Gardens

June 5, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York City is launching mobile COVID-19 testing with two testing trucks hitting the streets next week including in Kew Gardens.

Mayor de Blasio Unveils Plan to Expand Restaurant Outdoor Seating for Phase Two

June 4, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Mayor Bill de Blasio unveiled the city’s plan today to expand outdoor seating for restaurants, which are expected to reopen for dining in July after being shuttered for months.

Man Who Attacked Protesters in Whitestone Arrested: NYPD

June 4, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

A knife-wielding man who tried to attack a crowd of peaceful demonstrators in Whitestone on Wednesday has been arrested.

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City Comptroller Calls on de Blasio to Cut NYPD Budget

June 4, 2020 By Allie Griffin

The New York City Comptroller is calling on Mayor Bill de Blasio to slash more than $1 billion from the NYPD budget over four years — as the city faces a looming fiscal crisis and many are calling for police reform.

All New Yorkers Can Now Be Tested for Coronavirus

June 3, 2020 By Allie Griffin

All New Yorkers can now be tested for the novel coronavirus, Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Tuesday.

Queens DA Launches Bureau Targeting Predatory Lenders and Housing Scammers

June 3, 2020 By Christian Murray

Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz has established a new bureau tasked with investigating and prosecuting predatory lenders, housing scammers and contractors who fail to pay their employees prevailing wage.

Subway to Return to Full Day Service Monday as City Begins to Reopen

June 3, 2020 By Allie Griffin

The New York City subway system will return to full service during the daytime Monday, as the city begins to reopen.

Giant Mural Honoring Frontline Immigrant Workers Painted at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park

June 3, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

An enormous mural honoring front-line immigrant workers who contracted and died of COVID-19 while on the job has been put down at Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

Commonpoint Queens Receives $30,000 Donation For Summer Internship Program

June 2, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

A local community-based non-profit has received a substantial donation to fund its summer youth internship program.

Glendale Council Member Calls for National Guard to be Deployed to NYC

June 2, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A Glendale Council Member is calling for the National Guard to be deployed in New York City after looters shattered storefront windows and took off with merchandise for a second night in a row.

Keehan-Smith Says Her Ousting as CB2 Chair Was “A Hit Job By Jimmy Van Bramer”

June 2, 2020 By Christian Murray

Denise Keehan-Smith was unceremoniously dumped as Community Board 2 chair late Sunday.

Mayor Tells Protesters to Stay Home Amid Coronavirus Resurgence Fears

June 2, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Mayor Bill de Blasio told protesters Tuesday that their point has been heard and they should now stay home to avoid a resurgence of COVID-19 less than a week before the city is set to reopen.

New York City Curfew Set to 8 p.m., Follows Looting

June 2, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York City will have another curfew tonight — but three hours earlier than Monday’s after looters smashed store windows and stole pricey items for a second day in a row.

Queens Opioid Crisis Surges During COVID-19: DA Katz

June 1, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

Queens is in the grips of an opioid overdose epidemic.

New York City Will Have Curfew Beginning at 11 p.m., Governor and Mayor Announce

Jun. 1, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York City residents will have be to be home by 11 p.m. tonight, as the governor and mayor announced a curfew following a series of violent incidents and looting at protests over the weekend.

Two Queens Bars Have Licenses Suspended for Social Distancing Violations and Illegal Alcohol Sales

June 1, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

Two bars in Queens have had their licenses suspended following a string of social distancing violations and illegal alcohol sales.

Podcast: Costa Constantinides and His Run to Be Queens Borough President

June 1, 2020 Staff Report

Council Member Costa Constantinides, who represents Astoria and East Elmhurst, is running to be the next Queens Borough President.

Queens Residents Hold a Series of Peaceful Protests Over the Weekend

June 1, 2020 By Christian Murray

Demonstrators came out in Queens over the weekend to voice their anger over the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.

Hundreds of Jobs up for Grabs at Queens Online Recruitment Fair

June 1, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

Hundreds of jobs are up for grabs Wednesday as part of an online recruitment fair.

Jack & Nellie’s Bar/Restaurant in Forest Hills Shutters After 8 Year Run

May 29, 2020, By Michael Dorgan

A Forest Hills bar/restaurant – known for its brunch, craft beer, and wine menu – has shuttered after an 8-year run.

Family-Run Flushing Business Supplies Community During Pandemic

May 29, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A family-run drug and hardware store continues to supply the Flushing community during the coronavirus pandemic that has devastated Queens.

New York City On Track to Reopen June 8: Cuomo

May 29, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York City is on track to reopen in about two weeks, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced today.

Forest Hills Diner Shutters After 10 Year Run

May 29, 2020 By Michael Dorgan

A local diner has shuttered after a last-ditch effort to salvage the business fell short.

City Council Axes Terms ‘Alien’ and ‘Illegal Immigrant’ on Official Documents

May 29, 2020 By Allie Griffin

The City Council voted to axe the terms “alien” and “illegal immigrant” from all official city documents, laws and rules Thursday.

City Council Introduces Outdoor Dining Bill, Aims to Help Restaurants Stay Afloat

May 29, 2020 By Allie Griffin

Council Speaker Corey Johnson introduced legislation Thursday that would require the city to open up sidewalks and street space for outdoor dining, with the aim of helping restaurants get through the coronavirus pandemic.

Businesses Can Turn Away Customers Who Refuse to Wear a Mask: Cuomo

May 28, 2020 By Allie Griffin

New York businesses will soon be able to turn away customers who aren’t wearing a mask.

Wholesaler Accused of Price-Gouging, Sells Lysol at Inflated Prices: AG

May 28, 2020 By Allie Griffin

A wholesale grocery distributor sold more than 46,000 cans of Lysol disinfectant spray to New York grocery and discount stores at excessive prices, including several in Queens — and is now paying the price with a lawsuit from the state.

City Hires 1,700 Contact Tracers, Secures 1,200 Hotel Rooms to Reduce Virus Spread

May 27, 2020 By Allie Griffin

The city has hired more than 1,700 contact tracers and secured 1,200 hotel rooms to reduce the spread of the coronavirus as it prepares to reopen.

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