Civic leader says Council Speaker helped drive homeless out of his district and into Lucerne Hotel
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“It was with the great help of Erik Bottcher that we were able to show a need for this shelter to be relocated.”
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'Dangerous precedent' — Mayor caves to wealthy Manhattanites in shelter-hotel fight, critics say
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Critics say the move sets the precedent that wealthy Manhattanites will get their way if they complain loudly enough.
Read MoreIn bid for comptroller, Weprin calls on city to resume indoor dining
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“We must at this point, prioritize both a sensible economic reopening and public health.”
Read MoreFood donations surge following Rockaway Beach fridge theft
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“Rockaway Mutual Aid has been touched by the overwhelming support the community has shown in the aftermath of the fridge’s removal.”
Read MoreNYC’s tax lien sale postponed, giving some Queens homeowners room for relief
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An executive order from Gov. Andrew Cuomo postpones the sale until Oct. 4
Read MoreStringer outlines opposition to Astoria power plant project in letter to state
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“This proposal, just as any further expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure, is incompatible with our climate goals.”
Read MoreQueens malls will reopen at half capacity Sept. 9
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Staff and shoppers will be required to wear a mask and indoor dining is prohibited.
Read MoreQueens casino, once a COVID testing site, is set to reopen
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Federal government issues eviction ban for most tenants
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The CDC said a 1944 law gives the agency broad authority to stop the spread of disease.
Read MoreIt's now up to lawmakers to set eviction policy, top New York judges say
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“Those are matters for the other two branches of government to deal with.”
Read MoreWoodside’s La Boom shifts from indoor dancing to outdoor dining
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“It was a whole different game. People were celebrating birthdays, buying bottles.”
Read MoreMayor surprised by Fresh Meadows shelter-hotel info, despite letter from lawmakers
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“I don’t have knowledge of a single location with 100 former inmates.”
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Community gardens could play key role in NYC’s outdoor learning plan — if the city lets them
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“Why don’t we partner with them and say we’ll make space available to you.”
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