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LIJ Forest Hills nurses reflect on purpose, passion ahead of National Nurses Week

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May. 1, 2025 By Colum Motherway As National Nurses Week approaches, from May 6 through May 12, the dedicated nursing team at Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Forest Hills Hospital is taking time to reflect on the meaning of their work and the powerful role they play in the lives of their patients and the…

Candidates compete for open District 30 Council seat as Holden reaches term limit

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May. 1, 2025 By Colum Motherway Queens voters will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of New York City government as all 51 City Council seats are up for grabs in the 2025 election cycle. With several incumbents term-limited and new challengers stepping into the spotlight, the borough is home to some…

Six raccoons test positive for rabies in Queens, city expands vaccine effort

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Apr. 30, 2025 By Czarinna Andres The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has launched a springtime initiative to vaccinate raccoons against rabies in parts of Queens and Brooklyn, responding to a concerning uptick in rabid raccoons this year. The Health Department, in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture and…

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…