Great Pumpkin Event Returns to Manhattan Park Saturday, Nov. 7
The Great Pumpkin Event returns to Manhattan Park on Sat., Nov. 7, 11 AM to 2 PM, with free tastings, pumpkin smooshing for compost and birding before.
Free Veterans Day Yoga at Sportspark Led by Island Veteran
Sportspark hosts a free Veterans Day yoga class on Sunday, Nov. 8, led by Island resident and veteran Marie-Michelle Strah. Only 25 spots, so register early.
Queens Election Results 2026: Democrats Sweep Congressional and State Legislative Races
Queens election results 2026: Democrats sweep congressional and state legislative races as Pesach Osina, David Orkin and Joseph Addabbo win.
PS/IS 217 Enrollment Grows as NYC Schools Lose Students
Comptroller Mark Levine finds NYC schools lost 19% of K-12 students since 2013-14, while PS/IS 217 enrollment rose to 702, up 9.7% from 2019-20, DOE data show.
Kathy Hochul Wins Reelection as New York Elects First All-Woman Gubernatorial Ticket
Kathy Hochul wins reelection in New York’s 2026 governor’s race as Adrienne Adams makes history on the state’s first elected all-woman gubernatorial ticket.
RIOC Governance Committee to Review Four Policies Wednesday
The RIOC Governance Committee meets Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 5 p.m. at 680 Main St. to review vehicle, property disposition, Project Sunlight and records policies.
Roosevelt Island Library Events: Jazz Night, Crochet and a Holiday Film
See Roosevelt Island Library events through Nov. 14: a jazz listening night on Wed., Nov. 4, Crochet Club, a Thanksgiving film and a book cover workshop.
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.
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