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How about positive news for a change
Apr 25, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 4 4 recommendations | email to a friend
Tired of the same news 24/7-Investigations, allegations, sexual harassment charges, what hat Melania is wearing, Trump always always denying everything. It really is sickening all over the news nig...
The Stormy Daniels Case Made Easy: Contract Law for Porn Stars
Apr 24, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 62 62 recommendations | email to a friend
by   Bill Cafaro In Stormy Daniels v. Donald J. Trump, Michael Cohen, and the LLC that paid her the $130,000 in hush money, in   federal court in Los Angeles , she is asking the court to let her ou...
The Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act
Apr 24, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 84 84 recommendations | email to a friend
A New Law to Further the Prevention of Sexual Harassment in NYC Workplaces The New York City Council recently passed legislation called the Stop Sexual Harassment in NYC Act. If Mayor Bill de Blasi...
SPRING SAFETY TIPS FOR MOTORISTS, PEDESTRIANS AND BICYCLISTS
Apr 19, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 233 233 recommendations | email to a friend
As the weather warms up, people take to the road and want to spend more time outdoors. In particular, an increasing number of bicyclists and pedestrians join the thoroughfares, and motorists need t...
Employee Salary Histories
Apr 19, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 214 214 recommendations | email to a friend
Can Employers Ask Employees About their Salary History? On May 4, 2017, the New York City Council passed a bill that limited what an employer can ask job candidates about their salary history, comp...
What Employers Should Know About the New York Women’s Equality Act
Apr 13, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 18 18 recommendations | email to a friend
Clarifications for Employers for Women in the Workplace In June of 2014, the Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York signed amendments to the New York State Human Rights Law, which bolstered civil rights...
Wish You Had a Case Against Harvey Weinstein? Maybe Not
Apr 05, 2018 | 1 1 comments | 59 59 recommendations | email to a friend
The parent company of Weinstein Co.filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in Delaware on March 20, 2018. Before that, Eric Schneiderman, the New York Attorney General, had filed a lawsuit again...
How Does the New York Compassionate Care Act Affect Employers?
Apr 05, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 462 462 recommendations | email to a friend
The New York Compassionate Care Act (NYCCA) protects patients who are certified to use medical marijuana from being subject to criminal or civil marijuana charges. We live in an age where some stat...
MORE ABOUT EMPLOYEE WAGE DEDUCTIONS
Mar 30, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 87 87 recommendations | email to a friend
by   Stephen D. Hans As an employer, have you ever wondered if a wage deduction you made was legal? New York Labor Law establishes what is legal and what is not for wage deductions. If you have que...
RESTAURANT INDUSTRY: FAQS ABOUT TIPS
Mar 30, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 284 284 recommendations | email to a friend
by   Stephen D. Hans Owners in the restaurant industry often have questions about tips. As a restaurant owner, it’s important to know your rights and responsibilities regarding tips so you can avoi...

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ACE graduate Peter Rosa faced alcohol problems, but has secured a job at a hotel in Brooklyn.
ACE graduates reflect on adversity as they look ahead
Last Thursday night marked a turning point in the lives of 57 individuals enrolled in the Association of Community Employment Programs for the Homeless (ACE). ACE held a graduation ceremony at its ...
Feb 28, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 60 60 recommendations | email to a friend
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Kaufman, 89, brought film production to Astoria
Real estate developer George Kaufman, who led the groundbreaking Kaufman Astoria Studios, passed away on February 20. He was 89 years old. Kaufman purchased the former Paramount Studios site in the...
Feb 27, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 32 32 recommendations | email to a friend
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Activists demand apology for ‘Malcolm X’ sweatshirt rejection
Call for cultural sensitivity training at Christ the King
Feb 27, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 42 42 recommendations | email to a friend
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104th Precinct Police Blotter (2/19/18-2/25/18)
Monday, Feb. 19 Gary Roberts was arrested at 64th Lane and Cooper Avenue for violation of order of protection by officer Coronado. Jose Jerez was arrested at 60-79 67th Avenue for third-degree assa...
Feb 27, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 45 45 recommendations | email to a friend
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Assembly seeks to create task force on cryptocurrencies
With the rise and fall of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies constantly occupying national headlines, members in the state Assembly want to further study the issue. Assemblyman Clyde Vanel, chairma...
Feb 21, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 55 55 recommendations | email to a friend
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Access Queens founder Melissa Orlando being interviewed on the platform of a 7 train stop. (Photo: Access Queens)
Access Queens focusing on needs of subway riders
Uses social media to provide real-time updates
Feb 21, 2018 | 2 2 comments | 52 52 recommendations | email to a friend
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104th Precicnt Police Blotter (2/12/1*-2/18/18)
Monday, Feb. 12 Juan Tapia was arrested at 1663 Palmetto Street for aggravated unlicensed operator by Officer Weisinger. Jose Avilla was arrested at 1861 Menahan Street for criminal mischief by Off...
Feb 20, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 54 54 recommendations | email to a friend
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Katz lays out vision for future of Jamaica, Willets Point
During a joint meeting of the Queens Chamber of Commerce and the Queens Borough Cabinet at Antun’s in Queens Village, Borough President Melinda Katz spoke to a crowd of more than 300 people about a...
Feb 13, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 97 97 recommendations | email to a friend
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Middle Village Relay for Life kicks off 16th year
Founders, survivors share their stories at first meeting
Feb 13, 2018 | 1 1 comments | 44 44 recommendations | email to a friend
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Van Bramer raising funds for 2021 run
Widely believed to be eyeing borough president post
Feb 13, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 45 45 recommendations | email to a friend
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104th Precinct Police Blotter (2/5/18-2/11/18)
Monday, Feb. 5 Vincent Newhouse was arrested at 61st Street and 57th Road for unauthorized use of vehicle by Officer Maksimuk. Vincent Newhouse was arrested at 61st Street and 57th Road for crimina...
Feb 12, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 42 42 recommendations | email to a friend
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Lefferts Boulevard in Richmond Hill as it looks today.
DOT study finds QNS Rail is feasible, but challenges ahead
Estimated 6 million riders annually, with $2.2 billion capital cost
Feb 07, 2018 | 4 4 comments | 66 66 recommendations | email to a friend
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First Queens LGBT center opens in LIC
Group launches initiatives to combat hate crimes, isolation
Feb 07, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 53 53 recommendations | email to a friend
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104th Precinct Police Blotter (1/29/18-2/4/18)
Monday, Jan. 29 Alejandro Marulanda was arrested at 69-41 Grand Avenue for third-degree assault by Officer Reyes. Davon Robins was arrested at 69-41 Grand Avenue for third-degree assault by Officer...
Feb 06, 2018 | 0 0 comments | 72 72 recommendations | email to a friend
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MidVille resident finds photos of Judy Garland in thrift shop
Eleven photos of stars in collection of vintage photographs
Jan 30, 2018 | 1 1 comments | 89 89 recommendations | email to a friend
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