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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.
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 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.
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.
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.
“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.
FDNY, NYPD commissioners take part in Jackson Heights Pride parade
Jackson Heights hosted its annual Pride Parade on June 7, with city officials and community members taking part in the celebration. The event marked the 34th annual parade in the neighborhood.
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