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June concerts and movies at Juniper Valley Park

Published June 3, 2025

June concerts and movies at Juniper Valley Park

Here’s the lineup. These are not sponsored by JPCA. Contact CM Bob Holden’s office with questions. (718)... See More

Memorial Day is every day

Published May 26, 2025

Memorial Day is every day

We owe our freedom to the fallen. Let us honor their lives by living ours with purpose, pride, and... See More

No Trash, Curbside Composting or Recycling Collection on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025

Published May 19, 2025

No Trash, Curbside Composting or Recycling Collection on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, 2025

No Trash, Curbside Composting or Recycling Collection on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26,... See More

City of Yes allows lithium ion battery storage facility

Published April 25, 2025

City of Yes allows lithium ion battery storage facility

See coverage at Fox 5 NY. To donate to the lawsuit to stop City of Yes, visit... See More

City of Yes fundraiser/party April 27

Published April 24, 2025

City of Yes fundraiser/party April 27

A way to help fund the City of Yes fight. Ticket reservation link:... See More

April 2025 Town Meeting

Published April 19, 2025

April 2025 Town Meeting

Join us and express your... See More

Happy Easter to all

Published April 18, 2025

Happy Easter to all

Best wishes from the Juniper Park Civic... See More

Timeline for new bus route implementation

Published April 8, 2025

Timeline for new bus route implementation

Please see graphic to know when your bus line will see... See More

FYI from the Cannabis Control Board

Published March 29, 2025

FYI from the Cannabis Control Board

The Cannabis Control Board would like to amend regulations relating to retail dispensary and... See More

City of Yes lawsuit filed

Published February 18, 2025

City of Yes lawsuit filed

All – Exactly 2 months ago, Mayor Adams signed the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity (CoYHO)... See More

Transfiguration Church likely to close

Published February 17, 2025

Transfiguration Church likely to close

This letter was published in Transfiguration Church’s bulletin on Valentine’s Day... See More

History

Published January 22, 2021

Historians Push To Put Disassembled Queens Church Back Together

Published March 23, 2013

Anna Marie

By Robert Henry

As I get older the memories of my childhood have begun to fade. It's very unfortunate. I have... See More

They came because they always do. Maspeth Remembers and Dedicates Site of Tragic Fire 50 Years ago.

Published March 23, 2013

They came because they always do. Maspeth Remembers and Dedicates Site of Tragic Fire 50 Years ago.

By Robert F. Holden

The date was October 26, 1962. The country and the world were concerned about the very real... See More

Published March 23, 2013

The Fight

By WILLIAM G. THOM

It was not that long ago when real men settled their differences out in the alley, not in the... See More

The New York Connecting Railroad

Published March 23, 2013

The New York Connecting Railroad

By William Thom

Back in the late 19th century the Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) proclaimed itself the Standard... See More

Shocking Catastrophe ‒ Five Children Smothered to Death in Newtown

Published March 23, 2013

Shocking Catastrophe ‒ Five Children Smothered to Death in Newtown

By BROOKLYN EAGLE JANUARY 2, 1855

Brooklyn Eagle January 2, 1855 • Seldom have we been called upon to record a more... See More

A Shocking Suicide as Unknown Woman Cuts Her Throat at Maspeth

Published March 23, 2013

A Shocking Suicide as Unknown Woman Cuts Her Throat at Maspeth

By BROOKLYN EAGLE JULY 12, 1902

One of the most horrible suicides that ever occurred in this vicinity was discovered yesterday at... See More

In The News

Published June 3, 2025

Queens Outdoor Dance Festival brings diverse performances to Middle Village

Published June 3, 2025

Rep. Grace Meng visits FDNY’s Squad 288/HazMat 1 in Maspeth

Published May 11, 2025

Queens-led coalition files lawsuit against City of Yes

Published May 11, 2025

Plans for Grand St. Bridge in the works

Published May 11, 2025

NYC Charter Revision Commission to recommend overhaul to primaries, target City Council’s zoning power: sources

Published May 11, 2025

Cohen casino bill begins to move through Senate

Published May 11, 2025

Yes in God’s backyard? Churches push to skirt zoning laws and build more housing

Published May 11, 2025

FDNY lieutenant saves dog from burning Elmhurst home during two-alarm blaze

Published May 11, 2025

RV fireball torches iconic NYC diner from ‘Goodfellas,’ sparking calls for camper crackdown

Published May 10, 2025

Middle Village cop laid to rest

Published May 10, 2025

Queens City Council candidate running as ‘100% a Democrat’ has GOP roots

Published May 8, 2025

Luxury fashion brand Moda Operandi to open distribution hub at Maspeth’s Pearl Building

Published May 1, 2025

Maspeth leaders reject proposed cannabis dispensary near elementary school, cite state law violations

Published April 19, 2025

FDNY firetruck strikes, kills cyclist outside NYC park: police

Published April 19, 2025

Little Caesars Pizza officially opens new Middle Village location

Press Releases

Published September 20, 2019

Juniper Civic honors FDNY Captain Brian Gill

During the Juniper Park Civic Association’s meeting held on Thursday, September 19 at Our Lady of... See More

Published December 13, 2018

Juniper Civic bids fond farewell to Queens Parks Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski

The Juniper Park Civic Association (JPCA) honored Queens Parks Commissioner Dorothy Lewandowski... See More

Published November 4, 2018

JPCA to hold holiday party on Dec. 13th

The Juniper Park Civic Association will hold their annual holiday party and raffle on Thursday,... See More

Published March 1, 2017

Maspeth-Middle Village Task Force's coalition strategy pays off

Mayor de Blasio announced a major policy shift on February 28th which will eventually end the... See More

Published June 7, 2016

MARKEY BILL DENIES JUSTICE FOR THE MAJORITY OF SEX ABUSE VICTIMS

(June 7, 2016) Assemblywoman Margaret Markey is pushing a bill in the State Assembly that would... See More

Published November 16, 2011

COUNCIL MEMBER ELIZABETH CROWLEY DASHES HOPES FOR ST. SAVIOUR'S PARK SPACE. Impetuous decision has dire consequences.

Last week, park and community advocates including the Juniper Park Civic Association, Newtown... See More

Published September 19, 2010

Juniper Civic: Lack of NYPD response left Middle Village to fend for itself in aftermath of storm.

After the most violent storm ever to hit New York City, the NYPD decided that the 104th Precinct... See More

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Rep. Grace Meng visits FDNY’s Squad 288/HazMat 1 in Maspeth – QNS

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U.S. Rep. Grace Meng paid tribute to New York’s Bravest during a recent visit to the Maspeth firehouse that houses Squad 288 and HazMat 1,

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Did she stop in at the post office too to update her constituents on usps mail theft? Instead of giving out stale calendars at a community meeting ? Her staff does not return calls - ineffctive!!!

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Stricken NYC firefighter promoted in ‘very emotional’ ceremony: ‘Meant so much to him’

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“I’d be surprised if there were a dry eye in a that room that was filled with a lot of tough people,” FDNY Commissioner Robert Tucker said of the ceremony.

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Free birding tour in Maspeth tomorrow. RSVP at newtownhistory@gmail.com

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We owe our freedom to the fallen. Let us honor their lives by living ours with purpose, pride, and gratitude.

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