Reader Comment of the Week

This week's comment involves a plan for a new soccer stadium in Queens.

Here Come the Summer's Blockbuster Movies!

What's hot for the summer movie season? Patch has it covered!

Queens Eats: Angel Hair Pasta with Asparagus

Try your hand at this tasty pasta dish from Giulia Melucci's memoir.

Weiner Says Smokers Should Pay Higher Healthcare Costs

Former congressman also wants city money to be used to save Catholic schools.

House Hunt

Find homes and open houses in your community.

Don't Bee Afraid of Swarms This Summer

Read Patch's post on common misconceptions about the bees in your backyard.

Community Update

Central Queens Y Will Be Closed On Monday

The Y will be open on Sunday, but closed on Memorial Day.

City Schools Must Remove PCB-Laden Lights in Five Years

The new timeline cuts the original proposed schedule in half.

Weekend Weather: Rain, Rain Go Away

Keep those umbrellas handy.

Mystery Foto Friday #17: Identify This Future Location of the Long Island Motor Parkway

MTA to Run Extra Trains Memorial Day Weekend

Here are some changes for subway, buses and the LIRR for the weekend.

Voters Polled: Weiner in Second Place Behind Quinn

A whopping 27 percent of the poll’s voters remain undecided.

Sold!

Take a look at photos of homes recently purchased in your community.

Great Bridal Extravaganza

Schumer Wants Centralized Source for Weather Emergency Updates

Senator says public needs better access to information during weather emergencies.

Safety Tips for West Nile Virus Season

Take a look at these safety tips on how to avoid mosquitoes.

Community Update

Forest Hills Memorial Day Parade to March on May 26

Former legislators Melinda Katz and Serphin Maltese will be this year's grand marshals.

Torodash to Challenge Koslowitz for Her Council Seat

Kew Gardens software engineer to run on Independent line.

Gillibrand to Propose Bill That Would Lower Student Loan Interest Rates

The Federal Student Loan Refinancing Act will help New Yorkers with nearly $30,000 or more of student loan debt.

Queens Dems to Back Quinn for Mayor, Katz for Boro BP: Report

The party is also likely to endorse Paul Vallone in the race for Councilman Dan Halloran's seat.

Memorial Day BBQ? 8 Money-Saving Tricks (Sponsored)

Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are, you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here, new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.

Memorial Day BBQ? 8 Money-Saving Tricks

Who’s NOT planning a BBQ this weekend? If the weather holds and you’ve got propane or charcoal, chances are, you’re grilling something with your friends and family. Here, new ideas for keeping your costs down. Sponsored by Home Depot.

New York City Soccer Team to Debut in 2015: Report

Team could use Yankee Stadium for games until site in Flushing Meadows Corona Park is constructed.

Where Are You Spending Your Summer?

Some of the best places to spend the summer are the beach, the mountains—or even your own backyard.

Kid's Voice and Piano Lessons!

Learn More, Earn More, Stay Employed

Anthony Weiner Enters the Race for Mayor

He made the announcement on his campaign website at midnight.

Community Update

Grodenchik Ends Borough President Bid

Queens deputy borough president drops out of the race after county organization endorses Melinda Katz.

You Review: All Nations Office Furniture

We'd love to hear your thoughts on this Forest Hills furniture store.

Central Queens Y to Host Dance Showcase on June 9

Event will be held at Rego Park's Halsey Junior High School

How to Help Victims of the Oklahoma Tornado

If you know someone who's been touched by this tragedy or is helping personally, share their story.

Great Bridal Extravaganza

Teacher from Forest Hills Pleads Guilty to Statutory Rape: Queens DA

Defendant had sexual intercourse with student from Flushing school at which he taught.

Walcott to Mayoral Candidates: Reversing Bloomberg’s Education Policies Would be a Tragedy

In a salvo, the chancellor said the NYC school system was at risk of falling into disarray in the hands of a new mayor.

At Trial’s Conclusion, Judge Criticizes Effectiveness of Stop-and-Frisk

Judge Shira Scheindlin criticized the effectiveness of the practice as a deterrent of criminal behavior.

City Beaches Open for the Summer on May 25

The city's Parks Department will open all of its beaches on Memorial Day weekend.

Meng Introduces Bill to Speed Up Disability Claims Process for Veterans

Congresswoman says Queens has one of the longest wait times in the nation.