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Paladino stands by Mamdani deportation post as Democrats blast ‘xenophobic’ rhetoric – QNS

2 days ago | qns.com | Shane O’Brien

Council Member Vickie Paladino has stood by controversial comments calling for the deportation of Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani after several Queens elected officials rebuked the Republican Council Member for “xenophobic” comments.
Holy Cross Church hosts annual Greek Festival June 5–8 in Whitestone – QNS

2 days ago | qns.com | Jessica Militello

Get into the Greek spirit at this weekend’s Greek Festival, hosted by the Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church in Whitestone. The festive event, located at 11-05 150th St., kicks off on Thursday, June 5, and runs through Sunday, June 8. It features food, music, gift shops, games, rides, and more as part of the annual celebration of Queens’ vibrant Greek community and its contributions to the borough’s cultural diversity.
Paladino calls for Mamdani’s deportation, prompting backlash from mayoral candidate – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Shane O’Brien

Assembly Member Zohran Mamdani sharply criticized Republican Council Member Vickie Paladino after she appeared to question his legitimacy as a candidate and called for his deportation in a social media post Monday night. Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and a candidate in the mayoral election, described Paladino’s comments as a reflection of “Donald Trump’s authoritarian administration” after Paladino questioned Mamdani’s pathway to US citizenship in a post on X, formerly Twitter.
NYC’s largest housing voucher program faces legal challenge, budget strain – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Shane O’Brien

As New York City grapples with the ongoing housing crisis, CityFHEPS, a city-funded voucher program for low-income households, has played an increasingly prominent role in securing housing for some of the poorest residents in the city. But the program, which has grown astronomically since its inception in 2018, is locked in legal turmoil amid a years-long battle to expand it.
Two armed suspects rob Brinks van during cash drop at Bank of America in St. Albans: NYPD – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Bill Parry

The NYPD is searching for two armed robbers who pulled off a heist of a Brinks armored vehicle as it made a cash drop-off in broad daylight at a Bank of America branch in St. Albans on Monday morning. Police from the 113th Precinct in Jamaica responded to a 911 call of a robbery in progress at 205-02 Linden Blvd.
South Richmond Hill teens learn life-saving skills through SAFE youth initiative – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Athena Dawson

A group of local youth learned about the importance of de-escalation and personal safety during an engaging workshop in South Richmond Hill. Teenagers from Queens and Brooklyn who are members of the Boys and Girls Club of Metro Queens, located at 110-04 Atlantic Ave., attended a workshop led by the Carol Maraj Foundation on Friday, May 30. Maraj, mother of Queens’ own iconic female rapper Nicki Minaj, and CEO of the Carol Maraj Foundation, held the event to celebrate the launch of her program.
Mayor, NYCFC cut ribbon at new community soccer pitch at PS 211 in Corona – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Shane O’Brien

Mayor Eric Adams joined elected officials, community representatives and New York City FC (NYCFC) players, staff and executives on Monday morning to cut the ribbon at NYCFC’s newly built mini soccer pitch at PS 211 Elm Tree Elementary School in Corona. The ribbon-cutting marks the launch of a public-private partnership to build 26 mini soccer pitches across the five boroughs as part of the New York City Soccer Initiative (NYCSI), in celebration of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Whitestone car show at St. Mel’s Church to raise funds in honor of late parishioner – QNS

3 days ago | qns.com | Jessica Militello

Get ready to put the pedal to the metal at the 2nd Annual Charity Car Show in Whitestone on Saturday, June 7, hosted by St. Mel’s Church and the St. Mel’s Men’s Club. The event at 26-15 154th St. provides an afternoon of family-friendly activities starting at 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Attendees can explore an impressive lineup of classic cars, muscle cars, hot rods, antiques, and imports—perfect for car lovers of all ages to admire, photograph and learn about.
Forest Hills man faces up to a year in jail for hoarding 48 dogs in one-bedroom apartment: DA – QNS

4 days ago | qns.com | Bill Parry

A Forest Hills man is criminally charged with animal cruelty for allegedly keeping four dozen dogs in deplorable conditions inside his cramped one-bedroom apartment at 102-45 62nd Road.
Give a loving home: Pet Adoption Fair returns to Forest Park on June 14 – QNS

4 days ago | qns.com | Jessica Militello

Queens residents seeking a new four-legged companion may find their perfect match at the upcoming Pet Adoption Fair, taking place on Saturday, June 14, from 12 to 4 p.m. at Buddy Monument Plaza in Forest Park, located at the intersection of Park Lane South and Myrtle Avenue in Forest Hills. Now in its 16th year, the event is organized by the Richmond Hill Block Association in partnership with Animal Care Centers of NYC and the ASPCA Community Engagement team.