CB 11 Votes to Allow Douglaston Car Dealer to Expand

East Hills Chevrolet intends to expand its showroom on Northern Boulevard.

Meng to Hold Congress On Your Corner Event in Bayside on Nov. 7

Event will give local residents the opportunity to voice concerns to congresswoman.

Meng Bill Aims to Improve Early Childhood Education

Legislation would create a federal grant program for states to prepare early childhood educators.

Voters Could Raise Retirement Age for Judges

New Yorkers on Tuesday will decide if judges on the Supreme Court and Court of Appeals will be allowed to stay on until they turn 80 years old.

Schumer: Hillary Should be Next President

Hillary Rodham Clinton hasn't declared herself a candidate yet, but Sen. Schumer has already endorsed her.

Northeast Queens' General Election Voters Guide

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CB 11 to Discuss Variance for Chevrolet Dealer, Tree Pruning at November Meeting

Board will also talk about capital and expense budget items for Fiscal Year 2015.

New York Casino Referendum Set for Tuesday

Gov. Andrew Cuomo supports the measure, while editorial boards and elected officials from both sides of the aisle have come out against a plan to allow for more casinos in the state.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Meng, Israel Urge Port Authority to Soundproof Schools Affected by Airplane Noise

U.S. Reps. call on agency to work with CDEC 26 to determine which local schools are disrupted by airplane noise.

Council to Vote to Raise Smoking Age to 21 Years

The bill would also include electronic cigarettes.

Vallone Endorsed by Cuomo, City's Largest Union in Race for Halloran's Seat

The governor and 1199 SEIU back Flushing attorney in City Council race.

Congress Passes Meng's Veterans Disability Claims Bill

Bill aims to cut down on wait time for veterans to receive their benefits.

On Sandy Anniversary, Mayor Updates City on Recovery

Bloomberg says city has engaged thousands of volunteers in the past year.

Assembly Speaker's Bill Demands Supermarket Health Violations be Posted Online

Meng to Host Affordable Care Act Forum

Event will be held on Nov. 6 at Flushing Hospital Medical Center.

Mayoral Debate Postponed for Sandy Anniversary

Tuesday's debate pushed to Wednesday.

Rozic Hosts STAR Exemption Workshop

Hundreds of residents drop by Flushing event to enroll and register.

Lawmakers Seek to Stop Unregulated Gun Sales on Social Media Sites

Lawmakers start online petition seeking supporters.

State Launches Sandy Tourism Campaign

'Come See the Comeback' highlights the progress made since Sandy slammed Long Island and other New York communities a year ago.

Concannon Blasts Campaign Finance Board Over Online Candidate Profile

Retired police captain running on Reform Line says agency has not been accommodating toward his entry into City Council race.

Scott Stringer Endorses Vallone in Race for Halloran's Seat

Manhattan borough president and city comptroller throws his weight behind Flushing attorney.

State: 170k Apply for Health Insurance

About 37,000 have already enrolled.

Avella Says He is Not Endorsing a Candidate in Race for Halloran's Seat

Campaigns for Dennis Saffran and Paul Vallone take shots at one another after Avella says he did not authorize campaign flyer.

Tax Filing Season Could Be Delayed By a Few Weeks

IRS may push back kickoff to tax filing season due to government shutdown.

Rozic to Host STAR Exemption Workshop, Registration Drive

Event will be held on Oct. 27 at the assemblywoman's Flushing office.

NE Queens Leaders Getting Close to Forming FAA Roundtable on Airplane Noise

Community representatives are attempting to start up a group that would take on increased airplane noise.

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NY Exchange Begins Sending Obamacare Coverage Approvals

New York officials said about 150,000 people have signed up through the state.

Traffic Island Near Bayside LIRR Station Gets Upgrade

The city's Parks Department and DOT are fixing up long neglected site, state Sen. Tony Avella says.

Bayside Historical Society to Host Candidates Forum on Oct. 22

Candidates for Queens borough president and City Council are expected to attend.

Weiner Says Internet Killed His Mayoral Candidacy

Former U.S. Rep. tells GQ Magazine that he would likely have been elected mayor if Internet did not exist.

Queens Pols Denounce Spray Painting of Swastikas in Bellerose at Rally

Assemblyman David Weprin and state Sen. Tony Avella are among the officials to speak out against graffiti on 18 cars along Little Neck Parkway.

Meng Cancels Forum for U.S. Service Academies

Congresswoman forced to cancel information session for students applying to academies due to government shutdown.

Bill Introduced to Eliminate Fee For Veterans Designation on NY Licenses

Local legislator says veterans need not pay for a distinction that was earned.

Graziano Endorses Saffran in Race for Halloran's Seat

Democrat bested by Paul Vallone in September primary crosses party lines.

Trump Over Cuomo? GOP All For It

New York Post says state leaders are courting the Donald.

Court Strikes Down State Parks Smoking Ban

The Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation said it is considering an appeal.

Bayside Hills Candidates Night Set for Oct. 29

Candidates for City Council, mayor, comptroller and Queens borough president have been invited.

Default Could Cost New York $2 Billion

Cuomo added that if the debt ceiling isn't increased, it would damage state revenues and would lead to sizable job losses throughout all sectors.