Queens.
borough in New York City, New York, United States
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Verizon participated in a community preparedness session in Queens on October 16, 2026.Some support1 report
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The State Department of Transportation is overseeing an overhaul of the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens, including new HOV lanes to improve travel to JFK.Some support1 report
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Hochul announced an AI training hub in Queens, while Menin advocates for NYC as the AI capital, supported by Pursuit.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FHA provided studies funding for the QueensLink corridor, which is near Forest Hills in Queens.Some support1 report
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Midea units are being tested across several New York City boroughs, including Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.Some support1 report
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Milner is running for a judicial seat in Queens after receiving a law degree from City University of New York.Some support1 report
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Queens is identified as a borough of the United States.Some support1 report
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Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island are confirmed to be integral parts of the five boroughs and island structure of New York City.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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The article lists various neighborhoods (Greenwich Village, East Village, etc.) and confirms the borough status of Queens and Manhattan within New York City.Some support1 report
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The city transit system is currently operating across multiple boroughs, including Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Immigrants from Mexico flooded into NYC boroughs, prompting Bruce Blakeman to blame soft-on-crime statutes for the local mess.Some support1 report
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Cavaliere made a shopping trip in Queens while Guardian reported on a plate auction sale.Some support1 report
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Steve Madden opened a factory in Queens and sold shoes at a store on Long Island.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Global Strategy Group surveyed New York voters, revealing that outer boroughs struggle with housing affordability and demand expansion.Some support1 report
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Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in New York City is a trauma center that received a grant and serves South Queens.Some support1 report
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Kathy Hochul visited SACSS in Flushing, Queens, on October 12, 2026.Some support1 report
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The New York Blood Center is expanding its reach to Queens neighborhoods, supported by a $300,000 capital grant from the City of New York.Some support1 report
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Trucks are used by commuters traveling between Queens and Brooklyn.Some support1 report
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Lincoln's proclamation led to freedom in Galveston, while Kevin Parker represents Queens and Opal Lee championed Juneteenth.Some support2 reports
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Both the Potomac River and Queens are tied to major aviation accidents.Some support1 report
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NYC confirms Staten Island, Queens, and Brooklyn as boroughs, while Glenn Herman practices law in the city.Well supported5 reports
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Basanta grew up in Jackson Heights.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump is evaluating the Sunnyside Yard development proposal in Queens.Well supported6 reports
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Widespread flooding and power outages hit Queens and Far Rockaway during a nor'easter, trapping a driver in a stalled SUV.Some support1 report
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Antonio Reynoso is campaigning for office while currently serving as Brooklyn Borough President, with his district including parts of Queens.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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MoMA PS1 hosted its annual Art Book Fair gatherings in Queens.Some support1 report
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The All Things Go NY festival at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens has been canceled due to severe weather advisories from the NWS. AXS is managing the refund process.Some support1 report
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Both Monterey County and Queens face risks from lithium-ion battery fires.Some support1 report
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A festival featuring Ethel Cain was canceled due to severe weather conditions.Some support1 report
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New York City is implementing a public works program, installing porta-potties in Astoria/Queens as part of a public bathroom initiative.Some support1 report
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Community Healthcare Network operates a Federally Qualified Health Center at Sutphin Senior Residence in Queens.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred in Starlight Park in Queens on September 24, 2026.Some support1 report
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A column chronicled a dining experience at Oko Farms, which is located in Queens and reported in Amsterdam News.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Lewis Latimer House in Queens hosted historical and science activities sponsored by local bodies.Some support1 report
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Union negotiations occurred under Mayor Mamdani's administration, involving the public defender union representing staff across Brooklyn and Queens.Some support8 reports2 developments inside
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Cara championed Israel, making 11 visits to the area.Some support1 report
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AstraZeneca is supporting a food access initiative taking place in Queens.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump's property in Queens was listed on Airbnb, prompting him to draw parallels to Xi Jinping and use the NYT for public statements.Some support1 report
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Donovan Richards demanded the City of New York purchase property in Queens to create greenspace.Some support1 report
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Tidal energy powers local grid in Manhattan and Queens.Some support1 report
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A concert event took place in Queens, supported by the NYC Council and Cultural Affairs.Some support1 report
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A plant produces ground-glass pozzolan material used in high-rise construction in Manhattan.Some support1 report
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Multiple festivals, parades, and the U.S. Open cause street closures and gridlock across Manhattan and Queens.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Hyperlocal publications are covering both Kings County and Queens.Some support1 report
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Burmese cuisine is being established in Queens boroughs, with a restaurant finding a permanent home in Astoria.Some support1 report
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An initiative was launched in Queens involving city government figures, Asset Management, and Donald Fagen.Some support1 report1 development inside
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LIJFH operates under the umbrella of Northwell Health and serves the diverse communities of Queens.Some support1 report1 development inside
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New residences are being built in Bayside, Northeast Queens, with local residents represented by Toby Ann Stavisky.Some support2 reports
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The City of New York is exploring various initiatives and avenues to address the persistent problem of flooding.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Arup is serving as owner's representative for NYC DOT on a facility redevelopment underway in Willets Point.Some support1 report1 development inside
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NYCFC is building a stadium in Willets Point, a planned development area in Queens.Some support1 report
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The company it's electric is expanding its operations, establishing headquarters in Brooklyn and manufacturing facilities in Queens, while partnering with the New York Power Authority.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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NYPA is procuring equipment for a city network, with units manufactured in Queens destined for Los Angeles.Some support1 report
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A Haitian community has established itself in Southeast Queens and received employment grants.Some support1 report
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A student at George Washington University had a friend who lived in the borough of Queens.Some support1 report
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A local tribute was held in Queens, inspired by the actions of heroes related to the World Trade Center.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A police officer in Queens and the display of two World Trade Center beams were reported on September 11, 2026.Some support1 report
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Kevin Dowdell, a NYC firefighter, was based in Queens.Some support1 report
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Elisabeth took over the portfolio after Friedrich's death, which managed properties in Queens and New York City.Some support1 report
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The New York City Fire Department responded to an incident in Queens, where police jurisdiction is active.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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What's reaching Queens
Events traced to Queens, step by step, newest first- Queens Holocaust Memorial may receive $2 million fundingQueens Holocaust Memorial may receive $2 million from new anti-hate strategyLikely
- Coastal flooding affects Queens neighborhoods, triggers advisoriesCoastal flooding and high tides impact Queens neighborhoodsReported
Explainers that pass through Queens
Queens is a step on the way to someone elseAround Queens this week
News at the entities that move Queens most-
New York City StructuralA lawsuit was filed in New York City involving Bank of America.Moves Queens
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New York StructuralMaria Rose, a Connecticut College biologist, is involved in restoration efforts in the Long Island Sound with Save the Sound and SAVE.Moves Queens
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Kamar Samuels StructuralNikole Hannah-Jones confronted Kamar Samuels, the NYC schools chancellor, regarding an integration plan.Moves Queens
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Long Island City StructuralPursuit Transformation is relocating its headquarters to Long Island City, leasing space at Tishman Speyer's Jacx development.Moves Queens
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Brooklyn StructuralCM Punk is scheduled to have a match in Brooklyn on October 24, 2026.Moves Queens
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City of New York StructuralZohran Mamdani succeeded Eric Adams as the mayor of the City of New York.Moves Queens
Connections
The 40 strongest of 683, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Whitestone Shared context
Whitestone is a neighborhood located within the geographic boundaries of Queens.
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New York City Structural
Queens is a formal administrative borough and geographical component of New York City.
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Long Island City Structural
Long Island City is a district geographically located within the borough of Queens.
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New York Structural
Queens is a borough within New York State, subject to its laws and governance.
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Brooklyn Structural
The boroughs exhibit functional interdependence through shared critical infrastructure, judicial systems, and socio-economic challenges.
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City of New York Structural
Queens is a borough of the City of New York, subject to its administrative, budgetary, and political decisions.
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Kamar Samuels Structural
Kamar Samuels held the office of superintendent within the educational jurisdiction of Queens.
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Donovan Richards Structural
Donovan Richards serves as the elected Borough President, operating within the administrative structure of Queens.
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New York City Police Department Structural
The New York City Police Department exercises formal law enforcement jurisdiction over the geographic area of Queens.
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Consolidated Edison Shared context
Consolidated Edison operates and upgrades infrastructure to meet growing demand within the borough of Queens.
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Manhattan Structural
Manhattan and Queens are structurally integrated boroughs of New York City, sharing transit, services, and population movement.
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Verdant Power Structural
Verdant Power provides tidal energy to power the local grid within Queens.
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Toby Ann Stavisky Structural
Toby Ann Stavisky serves as a representative for residents within the geographic area of Northeast Queens.
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Julie Won Structural
Julie Won serves as a councilwoman representing the borough of Queens.
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Grace Meng Structural
Grace Meng serves as the Congresswoman representing the Queens district.
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city council Structural
The political entity of Queens is represented by a councilwoman within the city council structure.
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Transactional
NOAA provided awarded funds for debris removal operations within the geographic area of Queens.
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Department of Education Transactional
The Department of Education utilizes and rents high school facilities located within the borough of Queens.
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Ohio Transactional
Queens supplies animals that are transported to a facility located in Ohio.
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Queens Theatre Shared context
The Queens Theatre draws its thematic inspiration and operational context from the diverse identity of Queens.
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Tommy Lin Transactional
Tommy Lin purchased and renovated a property located in Queens.
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Cord Meyer Shared context
Cord Meyer is developing residential projects within the geographical boundaries of Queens.
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Wong Structural
Wong holds the formal political position of Councilman representing the borough of Queens.
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Kevin Parker Shared context
Kevin Parker represents the borough of Queens in the state senate.
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New York Blood Center Operational
NYBC is actively expanding its service reach into the neighborhoods of Queens.
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department of corrections Operational
The Department of Corrections operates within the jurisdiction of Queens to house its jail population.
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Federal Aviation Administration Shared context
The FAA conducts training and airspace investigations within the geographical context of Queens.
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Fastsigns Operational
Fastsigns is planning to establish operational centers within the geographic area of Queens.
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Beacon Falls Mentioned together
The two entities are mentioned in the context of a plant producing ground-glass pozzolan for high-rise construction.
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Raymour & Flanigan Shared context
Raymour & Flanigan was located in Queens to serve as the concert venue on a specific date.
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Chicago Operational
The two entities co-host the Intercity Golden Gloves boxing event.
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Amsterdam News Shared context
A published a column detailing a dining experience that took place in the context of Queens.
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Bruce Blakeman Shared context
Bruce Blakeman was observed making public comments while located in the borough of Queens.
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Federal Highway Administration Transactional
The Federal Highway Administration provided funding for a QueensLink project in Queens.
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Institute for Community Living Shared context
The Institute for Community Living is located within the borough of Queens.
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Janno Lieber Shared context
Janno Lieber operates within the geographic context of Queens through his association with the MTA.
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city Mentioned together
The leadership structure of the city concept is represented by individuals originating from Queens.
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Metropolitan Park Shared context
Metropolitan Park is a planned development located within the geographical boundaries of Queens.
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Airbnb Transactional
A property located in Queens was briefly listed for rent on the Airbnb platform.
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Northwell Health Shared context
A clinic associated with Northwell Health operates within the geographical boundaries of Queens, NYC.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
19 events- Verizon participated in a community preparedness session in Queens on October 16, 2026.
- The State Department of Transportation is overseeing an overhaul of the Van Wyck Expressway in Queens, including new HOV lanes to improve travel to JFK.
- Hochul announced an AI training hub in Queens, while Menin advocates for NYC as the AI capital, supported by Pursuit.
- FHA provided studies funding for the QueensLink corridor, which is near Forest Hills in Queens.
- Midea units are being tested across several New York City boroughs, including Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.
- Milner is running for a judicial seat in Queens after receiving a law degree from City University of New York.
- Queens is identified as a borough of the United States.
- The article lists various neighborhoods (Greenwich Village, East Village, etc.) and confirms the borough status of Queens and Manhattan within New York City.
- Immigrants from Mexico flooded into NYC boroughs, prompting Bruce Blakeman to blame soft-on-crime statutes for the local mess.
- Cavaliere made a shopping trip in Queens while Guardian reported on a plate auction sale.
- Steve Madden opened a factory in Queens and sold shoes at a store on Long Island.
- Global Strategy Group surveyed New York voters, revealing that outer boroughs struggle with housing affordability and demand expansion.
- Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in New York City is a trauma center that received a grant and serves South Queens.
- Kathy Hochul visited SACSS in Flushing, Queens, on October 12, 2026.
- The New York Blood Center is expanding its reach to Queens neighborhoods, supported by a $300,000 capital grant from the City of New York.
- Trucks are used by commuters traveling between Queens and Brooklyn.
- Both the Potomac River and Queens are tied to major aviation accidents.
- NYC confirms Staten Island, Queens, and Brooklyn as boroughs, while Glenn Herman practices law in the city.
- Basanta grew up in Jackson Heights.
September 2026
33 events- Donald Trump is evaluating the Sunnyside Yard development proposal in Queens.
- Widespread flooding and power outages hit Queens and Far Rockaway during a nor'easter, trapping a driver in a stalled SUV.
- MoMA PS1 hosted its annual Art Book Fair gatherings in Queens.
- The All Things Go NY festival at Forest Hills Stadium in Queens has been canceled due to severe weather advisories from the NWS. AXS is managing the refund process.
- Both Monterey County and Queens face risks from lithium-ion battery fires.
- A festival featuring Ethel Cain was canceled due to severe weather conditions.
- New York City is implementing a public works program, installing porta-potties in Astoria/Queens as part of a public bathroom initiative.
- Community Healthcare Network operates a Federally Qualified Health Center at Sutphin Senior Residence in Queens.
- An incident occurred in Starlight Park in Queens on September 24, 2026.
- A column chronicled a dining experience at Oko Farms, which is located in Queens and reported in Amsterdam News.
- Lewis Latimer House in Queens hosted historical and science activities sponsored by local bodies.
- Cara championed Israel, making 11 visits to the area.
- AstraZeneca is supporting a food access initiative taking place in Queens.
- Donald Trump's property in Queens was listed on Airbnb, prompting him to draw parallels to Xi Jinping and use the NYT for public statements.
- Donovan Richards demanded the City of New York purchase property in Queens to create greenspace.
- Tidal energy powers local grid in Manhattan and Queens.
- A concert event took place in Queens, supported by the NYC Council and Cultural Affairs.
- A plant produces ground-glass pozzolan material used in high-rise construction in Manhattan.
- Multiple festivals, parades, and the U.S. Open cause street closures and gridlock across Manhattan and Queens.
- Hyperlocal publications are covering both Kings County and Queens.
- Burmese cuisine is being established in Queens boroughs, with a restaurant finding a permanent home in Astoria.
- An initiative was launched in Queens involving city government figures, Asset Management, and Donald Fagen.
- New residences are being built in Bayside, Northeast Queens, with local residents represented by Toby Ann Stavisky.
- Arup is serving as owner's representative for NYC DOT on a facility redevelopment underway in Willets Point.
- NYCFC is building a stadium in Willets Point, a planned development area in Queens.
- The company it's electric is expanding its operations, establishing headquarters in Brooklyn and manufacturing facilities in Queens, while partnering with the New York Power Authority.
- NYPA is procuring equipment for a city network, with units manufactured in Queens destined for Los Angeles.
- A Haitian community has established itself in Southeast Queens and received employment grants.
- A student at George Washington University had a friend who lived in the borough of Queens.
- A local tribute was held in Queens, inspired by the actions of heroes related to the World Trade Center.
- A police officer in Queens and the display of two World Trade Center beams were reported on September 11, 2026.
- Kevin Dowdell, a NYC firefighter, was based in Queens.
- Elisabeth took over the portfolio after Friedrich's death, which managed properties in Queens and New York City.
August 2026
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July 2026
4 events- The city transit system is currently operating across multiple boroughs, including Manhattan, Queens, Brooklyn, and Staten Island.
- Union negotiations occurred under Mayor Mamdani's administration, involving the public defender union representing staff across Brooklyn and Queens.
- LIJFH operates under the umbrella of Northwell Health and serves the diverse communities of Queens.
- The New York City Fire Department responded to an incident in Queens, where police jurisdiction is active.