Leader in re-entry services talks Layleen Polanco, closing Rosie’s and city jails plan
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“We don’t think that someone should have to sit on Rikers because they’re homeless and don’t have somewhere to go … “
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It’s In Queens! June 14 - 16
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Outdoor goes indoors. New works complement golden oldies. Loud gets silent. Dogs mix with birds. Esoteric becomes pop.
Read MoreUpcoming ‘Flushing's World Fair’ highlights neighborhood small businesses
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Flushing has the most businesses of any neighborhood in Queens, according to an economic report about the borough by the Office of the State Comptroller in 2018.
Read MoreMaps plot the cash flow of five Queens DA candidates
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Not a single candidate received many contributions from Southeast Queens.
Read MoreBill that could protect trafficking survivors from deportation has yet to reach floor in Albany
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“Immigrants cannot wait another year.”
Read MoreSunnyside celebrates Flag Day with annual march
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Hank Beker, the Governor of the Kiwanis New York State District, served as parade grand marshall and led the procession to the ceremony.
Read MoreCentral Park Five prosecutor donated to Lasak; Cabán calls for new review of case
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“It is clear that former Assistant District Attorney Linda Fairstein, prosecutor in Central Park Five case, engaged in immoral, unethical, and illegal conduct.”
Read MoreAfter years in prison, Shawn Williams vowed never to return. Last week he nearly did.
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“I was conditioned early on to accept jail.”
Read MoreSheila E. to headline free music festival in Queens
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The concert will last from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and “offer a range of food, entertainment and activities for people of all ages.”
Read MoreHabitat NYC’S interfaith unity build focuses on renovating home in Jamaica
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“Build for Unity is an opportunity for people of faith to stand together against hate and to provide light and hope where there is fear and darkness.”
Read MoreNYC Bar rates 6 of 7 Democrats ‘Approved’ for Queens DA
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The ratings differed from the Queens County Bar Association, which interviewed candidates at the same time.
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Star striker Villa, CM Moya condemn Trump decision to strip soccer, English classes from immigrant kids
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“These kids might not have hugged their parent’s in weeks … But when they get a chance to chase a ball around the pitch, they get to feel at home.”
Read MoreNYPD amends patrol guide to curb 'walking while trans' arrests
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“It is a testament to their bravery in coming forward that we are seeing any shift at all.”
Read MorePublic defenders urge mayor to fund pay parity in video message
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“It’s an issue of value. So it’s valuing our clients. It’s valuing the people that do the work.”
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