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QUEENS, NY — A 20-year-old man died while in custody inside Queens Criminal Court on Wednesday. Luis Alberto Lopez Castillo, was found in medical distress around 6:30 p.m. After receiving CPR from corrections staff, the 20-year-old was taken to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead. According to authorities, Castillo was facing murder, manslaughter, robbery and weapon charges in connection to an incident in the Bronx last year. Additional details have not been released.

QUEENS, NY — A 20-year-old man died while in custody inside Queens Criminal Court on Wednesday.

Luis Alberto Lopez Castillo, was found in medical distress around 6:30 p.m. After receiving CPR from corrections staff, the 20-year-old was taken to Jamaica Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

According to authorities, Castillo was facing murder, manslaughter, robbery and weapon charges in connection to an incident in the Bronx last year. Additional details have not been released.

Man Dies After Medical Episode In Queens...

The incident happened inside Queens Criminal Court. 

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Kew Gardens Cinema Park

The entire neighborhood will be turned into an arts experience at KEW GARDENS COMMUNITY ARTS DAY 2026 on Saturday, September 19 (rain date September 27), noon to 5:00pm. This will be the 12th year of the Outdoor Art Fair, a very well attended event and the day promises to be a big celebration of the arts with a small-town feel. Expect an eclectic mix of artwork created by talented Queens artists including demonstrations of many of the art forms. As always, the art sales will be located on Austin Street and cohosted for the 3nd year by Austin’s Ale House on their back patio. Relax in Kew Gardens Cinemas Park while listening to four hours of talented local musicians playing a popular mix of music genres. There will be many experiences for children and adults to enjoy at the Arts Zone (“A Great Place to Create”), at the Sidewalk Chalk Art Festival (transform NYC concrete into intricate, wild works of art), learn about and meet some Reptiles at the Alley Pond Park Environmental Center’s table (noon-1:30), leave a message on the Wishes for the World Tree, be sure to stop by the public service organization tables, enjoy offerings by Kew Gardens businesses, AND expect LOTS AND LOTS of surprises and much much more!
(Location: KEW GARDENS on Austin Street, Lefferts Blvd &amp; 83 Avenue)
This event is sponsored by a grant awarded by NYC Council Member Lynn Schulman to the Kew Gardens Council for Recreation and the Arts, Inc
Info? <a href="mailto:kewgardensarts@gmail.com">kewgardensarts@gmail.com</a>, <a href="https://www.kewgardensarts.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.kewgardensarts.com</a>E, F Train, Q10 bus

Local Event: KEW GARDENS COMMUNITY ARTS DAY 2026  A Day Full of Art, Music JOY & Fun for ALL!

KEW GARDENS COMMUNITY ARTS DAY 2026  A Day Full...

The entire neighborhood will be turned into an arts experience at KEW GARDENS COMMUNITY ARTS DAY 2026 on Saturday, September 19...

KEW GARDENS COMMUNITY ARTS DAY 2026  A Day Full of Art, Music JOY & Fun for ALL!

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Join this free and nonpartisan festival featuring live music by the Curtis Watts Trio and Great Neck Singing Resistance, alongside voter education and election protection information. The event includes special guest speakers Salua Baida and Diane Burrows to empower the community through art builds and canvassing.

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Votefest 2.0

Join this free and nonpartisan festival featuring live music by the Curtis Watts Trio and Great Neck Singing Resistance,...

Jay Heritage Center

The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is proud to welcome educators to our site during September 2026, Constitution Month, to commemorate our nation’s journey towards independence and democracy. The free program is co-sponsored by the Mid-Hudson Social Studies Council. The event will be the first of many lively conversation about America at 250 with some of our country’s leading history scholars. It is open to teachers throughout the Mid Hudson and Sound Shore communities as well as Fairfield County.
Professors David Blight, Frank Cogliano, Joanne Freeman and Beverly Gage will take the stage at the new Wachenheim Center to examine the history of the nation-state and the contested nature of American national identity. The panel will discuss what the United States and the Constitution have meant to citizens over time and how that vision has changed or stayed constant. &nbsp;The event is FREE but registration is required. RSVP to Suzanne Clary at <a href="mailto:jayheritagecenter@gmail.com">jayheritagecenter@gmail.com</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://jayheritagecenter.org/2026/08/31/america-at-250-panel-for-educators-september-19th-2026/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">READ MORE ABOUT THE EVENT AND SPEAKERS HERE.</a>

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America at 250 for Educators

The Jay Heritage Center (JHC) is proud to welcome educators to our site during September 2026, Constitution Month, to...

Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattress Store

Regina Opera will present a FREE operatic concert on Sunday September 20, 2026 at 2:30PM featuring Regina Opera Company soloists: 
soprano - Rachel Hippert;&nbsp; mezzo-soprano - Shanelle Woods;&nbsp;lyric tenor - Doohyun Yoon (pictured):&nbsp;tenor - José Heredia;&nbsp;baritone - Eliam Ramos. 
The concert features Italian songs and selections from operas .&nbsp; No reservations or tickets are required.&nbsp; E-mail for more info:&nbsp; reginaopera@yahoo.com
Metro Mall is across the street from the Metropolitan Avenue "M" train subway station. Free Parking is available..&nbsp;&nbsp;

Local Event: Regina Opera presents a FREE operatic Concert

Regina Opera presents a FREE operatic Concert

Regina Opera will present a FREE operatic concert on Sunday September 20, 2026  at 2:30PM featuring Regina Opera Company...

New Jersey Campuses

Why should I attend the Berkeley College New Jersey Open House?
The Open Houses at the Berkeley College New Jersey campuses help prospective students explore career-focused degree and certificate programs, Admissions, Financial Aid, and student life before enrolling. You’ll be able to tour the campus, connect with students, faculty, and staff, and much more.
What will I learn at the New Jersey Open House?
You’ll hear about:
<ul><li>Our career-focused degree and certificate programs to prepare you for today’s in-demand fields</li><li>Admissions and financial aid, including grants, scholarships, and other options to help make your education more affordable</li><li>Our exceptional support services, including tutoring through the Center for Academic Success</li><li>The Berkeley College experience by connecting with current students, faculty, and staff</li><li>Sports, clubs, activities, leadership opportunities, and much more</li></ul>
Who should attend?
<ul><li>Anyone interested in beginning or advancing their career</li><li>High school students</li><li>Adults seeking to change careers</li><li>Working professionals seeking career advancement</li><li>Transfer students —you’ll learn about the simple admissions and credit transfer processes and get answers to all your questions</li></ul>
Come see how Berkeley College can help you reach your full potential!
Register today and take the next step toward your goals!
Registration
<ul><li>Registration is required for this free event</li><li>You will receive a confirmation email after registering</li></ul>
Locations
<ul><li>·Berkeley College – Newark Campus 
536 Broad St. 
Newark, NJ 07102 
 </li><li>·Berkeley College – Woodbridge Campus 
430 Rahway Ave. 
Woodbridge, NJ 07095 
 </li><li>·Berkeley College – Woodland Park Campus 
44 Rifle Camp Road 
Woodland Park, NJ 07424</li></ul>

Local Event: Open House at Berkeley College

Open House at Berkeley College

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Berkeley College’s 11th annual Women’s Entrepreneurship Week event brings together student entrepreneurs and women- and minority-led community businesses to learn, connect, and turn ideas into action. This year’s theme, “The Smart Hustle: AI for Small Business,” will share best practices on how aspiring entrepreneurs can use AI in ways that are practical, accessible, and immediately useful – not as another technology buzzword, but as a tool that can help small business owners save time, reduce costs, improve marketing and operations, and compete more effectively. 
This event is open to students, alumni, and the community. Space is limited and registration is required. To learn more about sponsorships for our 2026 event, email <a href="mailto:KME@BerkeleyCollege.edu" rel="noopener" target="_blank">KME@BerkeleyCollege.edu</a>.
Meet Our Panel 
Moderator: Maria Rivera, Director, Continuing Education and Professional Development, Berkeley College
Panelists:
<ul><li>Moon Chang, Founder, Moon Chang NY and Professor, Fashion, Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business®</li><li>Naomi Kraus, Founder and Principal Consultant, Veracitas Group LLC</li><li>Renee Kretz, Founder, Mi-Era</li><li>Daniela Palacios, Founder, Para KIDS!</li><li>Ashley Scott, Founder, Data Girl Ash</li></ul>

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Women’s Entrepreneurship Event at Berkeley College

Berkeley College’s 11th annual Women’s Entrepreneurship Week event brings together student entrepreneurs and women- and...

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Shops at Atlas Park Starbucks Workers In Queens...

Workers are seeking improved staffing and hours, higher take-home pay and stronger workplace protections.

Shops at Atlas Park Starbucks Workers In Queens Vote To Unionize

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NYC Data Sleuths Will Dig Through Company...

A new team will dig into company records for problems hidden from workers and consumers.

NYC Data Sleuths Will Dig Through Company Records For Violations

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The City plans to add 600 new electric vehicle charging stations over the next three years.

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