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DHS agents seen detaining woman in Jackson Heights
Heavily armed federal agents were reported in Jackson Heights and allegedly detained a woman who had recently moved into the neighborhood. The incident drew a reaction from local residents.
Jackson Heights Pride parade brings thousands to 37th Avenue
The annual Jackson Heights Pride parade and festival took over the neighborhood on June 7. FDNY and NYPD commissioners participated in the event, which marked the 34th year of the celebration.
New Jackson Heights playground project breaks ground at P.S. 69Q
The city broke ground on a new green playground at P.S. 69Q in Jackson Heights. The project is designed to add athletic space and capture stormwater.
Federal agents spotted in Jackson Heights, locals say detainee was recently moved into neighborhood
Heavily armed federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security were seen in Jackson Heights and reportedly detained a woman who had recently moved into the area. Residents confronted the agents afterward.
Woman stabbed aboard E train in Jackson Heights, police say
Police say a 31-year-old woman was stabbed on a northbound E train near the Jackson Heights–Roosevelt Avenue station on Monday afternoon. She was taken to Elmhurst Hospital and is expected to recover; no arrests have been reported.
Activists urge federal probe into antisemitic incidents in Jackson Heights
Queens activists filed a civil-rights complaint seeking a federal investigation into a series of antisemitic incidents in Jackson Heights. The complaint cites hateful graffiti and symbols reported across the neighborhood over the past two years.
Feds’ dawn raid in Jackson Heights draws scrutiny from locals
Federal agents were seen in Jackson Heights during a dawn operation, and a woman who had recently moved into the neighborhood was reportedly detained. Local officials and residents questioned the scale and purpose of the raid.
Jackson Heights community news roundup highlights local civic issues
Recent neighborhood coverage included participatory budgeting, a proposed transit link from Jackson Heights to Bay Ridge, and the 34th Avenue open street. The items reflect ongoing civic and transportation issues in the area.
Jackson Heights Post highlights local community and public-safety updates
Recent neighborhood updates mention a Queens business networking event in Jackson Heights and a federal sentencing tied to a 2019 subway-platform killing in the neighborhood. The roundup also notes hate-crime prevention outreach involving local and city groups.
Jackson Heights neighbors mark new community events and summer programming
Recent neighborhood listings highlight new cultural and community programming in Jackson Heights, including writing events, workshops, and the launch of Summer Sundays. Local groups are using the events to draw residents together across the area.
Jackson Heights neighbors gather for local Pride and immigrant-community events
Community outlets reported multiple Jackson Heights gatherings centered on Pride, immigrant identity, and neighborhood solidarity in early June. The events drew residents, activists, and local organizations.
Jackson Heights sees renewed focus on quality-of-life and public space
Recent local coverage shows neighborhood attention on community improvements and public space use in Jackson Heights. City and neighborhood leaders have also continued participatory budgeting and street-related initiatives in the area.
7 train rider killed at Jackson Heights station
Police said a man was struck and killed at the 90th Street–Elmhurst Avenue subway station in Jackson Heights. Emergency crews responded after the victim came into contact with a northbound 7 train.
Con Edison shuts power to more than 1,500 customers in Jackson Heights
Some Jackson Heights residents were without electricity overnight into Friday morning after a Con Edison outage. The outage affected more than 1,500 customers in the neighborhood.
New Yorkers pack supplies in Jackson Heights for Venezuela aid effort
Volunteers in Jackson Heights organized a relief drive to pack food, medicine, and other supplies for people affected by twin earthquakes in Venezuela. The neighborhood has become one of several donation hubs across the region.
Renovated Jackson Heights basketball court opens after student-led project
Queens high school students helped raise more than $50,000 to renovate Playground 90 basketball court in Jackson Heights. The court was unveiled at a ribbon-cutting with local elected officials and community partners.
Two hurt in apartment fire in Jackson Heights
Two people were hurt after a fire broke out Sunday morning at a six-story apartment building on 76th Street in Jackson Heights. Fire officials said the cause was unknown.
Students reopen renovated Playground 90 basketball court
Queens high school students cut the ribbon on a renovated basketball court in Jackson Heights on June 12. The student-led project raised more than $50,000 and involved local elected officials and community partners.
Queens Pride Parade draws crowds to Jackson Heights
The annual Queens Pride Parade was held in Jackson Heights in early June, bringing large crowds to the neighborhood. Coverage highlighted the event’s route, street closures, and long-running role in the community.
Jackson Heights faces continued fallout from deadly subway and fire incidents
Recent local coverage continued to focus on major safety issues in the neighborhood, including a March 25 report about a man struck and killed at the 90th Street–Elmhurst Avenue subway station and ongoing concern over serious fire-related displacement. These stories remained among the most prominent Jackson Heights safety items in local coverage.
Selfhelp honors Jackson Heights seniors age 90 and older
Selfhelp Community Services honored more than 50 Jackson Heights residents age 90 and older during its 90th anniversary celebration on June 17. The event recognized members of the Northridge, Southridge, and Brulene NORC program.
Jackson Heights Pride parade draws city officials and thousands of marchers
The 34th annual Jackson Heights Pride parade took place on June 7, with FDNY and NYPD commissioners among those participating. The event ran along 37th Avenue and 89th Street and continued for several hours.
Queens high-schoolers cut ribbon at renovated Jackson Heights basketball court
Students from Voyages Preparatory High School helped unveil the renovated Playground 90 basketball court in Jackson Heights on June 12. The project was completed with more than $50,000 in funding raised by teens.
“Longest Table” unites Jackson Heights neighbors
More than 250 residents from Jackson Heights and nearby neighborhoods gathered for a community meal and neighborhood event. The event focused on bringing neighbors together and building local connections.
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