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www.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Education

Queens teacher faces backlash over anti-Israel remarks on social media

A Queens public school teacher is under scrutiny for allegedly posting anti-Israel remarks on social media, sparking controversy within the school community. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
New York City

Man randomly punches, slashes woman, 64, in vicious NYC attack

Random attack on a 64-year-old woman by a man in Queens resulted in her being hospitalized in stable condition. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
New York City

5-year-old boy struck and killed by SUV after playing in Queens playground

A tragic incident occurred where a 5-year-old boy was hit by a car and died in Queens. [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Queens subway slasher with Grubhub bag slices woman on E train: cops | amNewYork

Transit police in Queens are seeking the subway slasher with a Grubhub delivery bag who injured a woman on the E train. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
New York City

Decomposing body found outside NYC apartment building after residents smell foul stench

A decomposed body was found outside a Queens apartment building after residents noticed a foul smell. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
New York City

NYC man stabs three relatives during family dispute, barricades himself inside home: cops

A 31-year-old man in Queens stabbed three relatives during a family dispute, leading to charges of assault, harassment, and weapon possession. [ more ]
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www.amny.com
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Subway service changes: Here's how to get around this SantaCon weekend in NYC | amNewYork

The MTA has scheduled several subway service changes for the weekend, affecting the 4 train in the Bronx, the 6 train, and the A train in Queens.
Shuttle buses will operate in place of the suspended trains during these service changes. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
New York City

5 Dead, Including Suspect, and 2 Officers Wounded in Queens Stabbing

A man in Queens killed four family members before setting their house on fire and attempting to flee.
Police officers confronted the suspect, who stabbed them before being shot and killed. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Mom of NYC man who stabbed four relatives to death grappling over what happened to her 'nice little boy'

A man in Queens, New York stabbed four relatives to death before being shot dead by police.
The man's mother tried numerous times to get him help for his mental health issues. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Disturbed NYC man who butchered relatives refused to get mental health care despite family's pleas: kin

A disturbed man in Queens refused to be admitted to mental institutions despite pleas from his family to get help.
The man stabbed four relatives to death and injured another before being shot by police. [ more ]
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New York Post
5 months ago
Brooklyn

One killed, two injured in NYC violence

A man was killed in a shooting at a laundromat in East Flatbush, Brooklyn.
Separate incidents in Brooklyn and Queens left one man dead and two others injured. [ more ]
#anti-Semitism
New York Post
5 months ago
Education

NYC school hit with antisemitic graffiti months before riot against Jewish teacher, principal 'did nothing'

Hateful graffiti, including swastikas and anti-Semitic messages, was discovered in Hillcrest High School in Queens.
School administrators were accused of dragging their feet in removing and reporting the vandalism. [ more ]
Jewish Telegraphic Agency
6 months ago
Education

Investigation underway after Queens high school students reportedly riot over a teacher's support for Israel - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Students at a Queens high school rioted over a teacher's participation in a pro-Israel rally.
City officials are investigating the incident and vowing to not tolerate anti-Semitism in schools. [ more ]
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CNET
6 months ago
Digital life

Best Internet Providers in Queens, New York

Verizon Fios is the best internet service provider in Queens.
Astound Broadband is the cheapest internet provider in Queens.
T-Mobile Home Internet is a newer wireless provider worth considering. [ more ]
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Black Enterprise
6 months ago
Education

Queens, NY High School Students Protest Jewish Teacher Who Attended Pro-Israel Rally

Students at a Queens high school protested a Jewish teacher who they allege attended a pro-Israel rally.
The teacher locked herself in her classroom for hours as students demanded her firing.
Videos of the protest were posted on social media, and counterterrorism police were deployed to investigate a threat against the school. [ more ]
The Hill
6 months ago
Education

Queens high school students storm halls after learning teacher attended pro-Israel protest

Students at a high school in Queens, NY, reacted strongly to a teacher attending a pro-Israel protest.
The students organized a group chat to expose the teacher and discuss starting a riot. [ more ]
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Just The News
6 months ago
Education

New York City Mayor Adams slams 'vile show of antisemitism' at Queens high school

New York City Mayor Eric Adams condemns antisemitic behavior at a high school in Queens.
The incident occurred after a teacher attended a pro-Israel rally in Washington, D.C.
The mayor emphasizes that such behavior will not be tolerated and is calling for investigation and education. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Education

4 students arrested at Hillcrest HS for allegedly assaulting school safety agents week before mob targeted pro-Israel teacher

Four students were arrested for assaulting school safety agents at Hillcrest High School in Queens.
Shocking video of the attack was posted on social media and verified by the NYPD.
A GOP member on the NYC Council called for the school to be shut down pending an investigation. [ more ]
Shore News Network
6 months ago
Education

Jewish NYC Teacher Shelters in Locked Office As Queens School Erupts in Anti-Israeli Riot

Tensions escalated at Hillcrest High School in Queens after a teacher's attendance at a pro-Israel rally was revealed.
Hundreds of students engaged in a large-scale demonstration within the school premises, with the teacher forced to seek refuge in a locked room.
The incident highlights the challenges schools face in navigating political discourse and student activism. [ more ]
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New York Post
6 months ago
Education

Mayor Eric Adams rips 'vile show of antisemitism' at NYC school where 'radicalized' riot forced pro-Israel teacher to hide

Students at Hillcrest High School in Queens rioted after discovering a teacher attended a pro-Israel rally, prompting Mayor Eric Adams to condemn the antisemitism.
The teacher locked herself in an office as students attempted to barge in during the riot.
The NYPD's counterterrorism bureau was called to investigate a possible threat against the school. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
NYC politics

OEM's non-involvement in Adams' 'City of Yes' housing plan leaving flood-prone Queens at risk: pol

Councilman Robert Holden is concerned about the lack of infrastructure in Queens to handle new residences.
Holden criticized the Adams administration for not consulting the office responsible for weather-related emergencies.
Holden believes that upgrading infrastructure is necessary before moving forward with the City of Yes initiative. [ more ]
Brooklyn, NY Patch
6 months ago
Brooklyn

BK Driver Dies After Losing Control Of Car, Hitting Pedestrians: NYPD

A Brooklyn driver lost control of his car and hit two pedestrians in Queens, resulting in the driver's death.
Two women were injured in the incident and were taken to the hospital in stable condition. [ more ]
Streetsblog
6 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul Vetoes Bill To Expand Eastern Queens Greenway - Streetsblog New York City

New York Governor Hochul vetoed a bill that would have expanded a greenway trail from Queens into Nassau County.
The bill had passed unanimously in both the state Senate and Assembly.
The veto is a setback for advocates who want to provide a safe path for cyclists and pedestrians and connect the Brooklyn-Queens Greenway with greenways in Nassau County. [ more ]
BrooklynVegan
6 months ago
Books

15,000 more books from Tom Verlaine's collection being sold off in December

Television frontman Tom Verlaine's 50,000 book collection is being sold off via garage sales.
The next sale will take place on December 2nd and 3rd in Ridgewood, Queens.
Over 15,000 books will be available for $10 each on December 2nd and $5 each on December 3rd. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
New York City

Landlord Charged With Murder in Stabbing Deaths of Three in Queens

A landlord in Queens was arrested for murdering his tenants.
The suspect turned himself in and confessed to the police.
The victims were found stabbed to death in the bedrooms of the house. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Coronavirus

Families of veterans who died during 'worst COVID outbreak' at the State Veterans Home in Queens sue facility

Families of veterans who died at the New York State Veterans' Home are suing the facility for negligence in handling the COVID-19 outbreak.
The lawsuit alleges that the facility did not follow COVID protocols and failed to provide reasonable care and safety for residents.
The facility was previously cited for violations of public and safety health codes. [ more ]
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