Roosevelt Island Bridge Lane Closure Set for Wednesday, Nov. 4
The next Roosevelt Island Bridge lane closure is Wednesday, Nov. 4, 10 AM to 2 PM, as NYSDOT inspects the bridge. Flaggers will direct traffic, RIOC says.
Eleanor’s Pier Reopening on Track for Summer 2027, RIOC Says
Eleanor’s Pier reopening is on track for summer 2027, RIOC says, as divers clean piles and ferry landing sidewalk work is set to finish by mid-November.
New York Governor’s Race: Hochul and Blakeman Make Final Push in Queens
New York governor’s race enters Election Day as Hochul and Blakeman campaign in Queens, joined by city leaders amid shifting NYC early voting turnout.
RIOC Budget Unveiled as Jones Warns Reserves May Run Dry
The proposed RIOC budget for FY2027-28 comes with a warning from B.J. Jones: the cash reserves that fund capital projects could run out as early as FY2029.
MTA Subway Staffing Cuts Proposed as Budget Pressures Loom
MTA subway staffing cuts are being proposed by a fiscal watchdog as budget pressures loom. Here’s what smaller crews on automated trains could mean.
Bike Safety Enforcement Stops Cyclists at Stop Signs
RIOC Public Safety’s bike safety enforcement push is stopping cyclists and delivery riders at stop signs, with summonses coming next for repeat offenders.
Jamaica Queens Gun Buyback Collects Record 176 Firearms
A Jamaica Queens gun buyback collected a record 176 firearms as officials reported 868 recovered across Queens and more than 4,500 citywide.
Seawright Secures $200,000 for AVAC System Upgrade
Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright secured $200,000 for an AVAC system upgrade, paying to replace worn piping and plant rails in the Island’s aging trash plant.
Tram Overlook Sidewalk Work Starts Monday on West Loop Road
Tram Overlook sidewalk construction begins Monday, Nov. 2. RIOC says the job should take about two weeks, weather permitting, with part of the West Loop Road parking area near the kiosk blocked off.
Four Major Queens Fires Keep FDNY Crews Busy on First Responders Day
Four major Queens fires kept FDNY crews busy on National First Responders Day, including a significant Fresh Meadows fire involving two floors.
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