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The neon green paint inside Doughboy Park in Woodside, Queens has many veterans and residents excited, but the city Parks Department is not thrilled. (Photo: CBS 2)

Bizarre Choice Of Paint Inside NYC Park Draws A Snub From Parks Department

Is it gaudy green or the new rave? An historic New York City park has been repainted and some are stunned by the break with tradition.

2013/05/14

Major Service Changes Coming To 7-Train For 13 Weekends

There will be no service on the 7 line between Queensboro Plaza and Times Square from 11:45 p.m. on Friday through 5 a.m. Monday.

2012/12/28

Council Member Jimmy Van Bramer with parents and school children protesting the Department of Education's "safe route" in Queens. (credit: jimmyvanbramer.com)

Councilman Says Department Of Education’s ‘Safe Route’ Is Putting Queens Kids In Dangers

Councilman Jimmy Van Bramer said in the last week there were two accidents at the intersection of Laurel Hill Boulevard and 61st Street in Woodside, a suggested “safe route.”

2012/03/08

Local Leaders Fight Opening Of Long Island City Strip Club

Protesters rallied Thursday hoping to block a request by the Gypsy Rose for the state to renew its liquor license.

2012/01/12

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