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Local Media Links

The Leader Observer
NY Daily News - Queens
The Forum
The Queens Courier
The Queens Tribune
The Queens Chronicle
The Times Newsweekly
NY1 - Queens

Our Representatives

Woodhaven BID
Rep. Anthony Weiner
State Sen. Joe Addabbo
State Assembly Mike Miller
City Council Elizabeth Crowley
City Council Eric Ulrich

Queens BP Helen Marshall
Community Board No. 9
The 102nd Precinct

Good Reads

Queens Crap
Lost in the Ozone
About Queens
Save Forest Park Blog

Friends of Woodhaven

WORKS Little League
Neir's Tavern
N.F. Walker Funeral Home
Leahy McDonald Funeral Home
Deneille's Dance Studio
Shorinjiryu Kenryukan Karate
James Rooney - Attorney
Queens County Savings
Abramowitz Memorials
Schmidt's Candy
Verdino's Garden Center
Community Federal Bank

Handy Reference Guide

Area Code 718 unless noted.

Emergency .............. 911 Complaint Hotline..... 311 102nd Pct. ...... 805-3200
Block Association ... 296-3735
Greater Woodhaven
Dev. Corp..... 805-0202
Jamaica Hosp .. 206-6000
Vol Amb Corps.. 296-7918
NYC Office of Emergency
Management .. 422-4800
Sanitation......... 835-3557
Transit Info....... 330-1234
Crime Victim
Hotline....... 212-577-7777
Child Abuse Report
Registry..... 800-342-3720
Emergency Children
Services..... 212-966-8000
Rape Crisis....... 212-423-2140
Dom. Violence.. 800-621-HOPE
Suicide Hotline.. 212-673-3000
Meals on Wheels. 212-962-7559
Medicare /
Social Security.. 800-772-1213

Burning Body Found In Park

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find

An early morning report of a garbage fire in Forest Park turned from a simple call into a murder investigation once it was determined that there was a dead body in the fire. Medical Examiners secured the scene as investigators looked for clues and evidence to answere the questions "What happened?" and "Who did it?" This story is still developing.

Beauty Grows in Woodhaven

The Greenhouse in Forest Park Reopens

After a 4 Million Dollar makeover, the Queens Greenhouse in Forest Park has reopened. Responsible for creating the beautiful plants and flowers that decorate many of our city's parks, the newly renovated facility means they will be able to create more flowers easily. We were at the ribbon cutting ceremony and took a tour of the facility.

Turning Hope Into Reality

The School Sisters of Notre Dame Deliver

The School Sisters of Notre Dame are doing wonderful work with women right here in woodhaven, turning hope into reality by teaching them English, Math and Computer skills with the goal of providing them, and their children, with better prospects and opportunities in life. It's a terrific organization that deserves our support and they are having a fundraiser on May 8th at Roma View. Click here to see the fundraiser flyer.

Recycling Comes To Woodhaven

Tons of Recyclables Disposed Of

Twice a year the residents of Woodhaven and surrounding communities cart their recyclables to Forest Park to dispose of them in an event sponsored by Sen. Joe Addabbo and Assemblyman Mike Miller. Well over 300 cars dropped off tons of electronics, paper and books, clothing and textiles, saving them potential fines had they put them at the curb.

Backstage at The Carousel

A Different Take On Our Treasure

Some additional and unusual shots of the Forest Park Carousel, which we hope to hear very soon will be open for the summer. Yes, we know we've heard good news -- but we're waiting to hear an official announcement. And our feeling is that we'll be hearing something very, very soon.

Scenes From A Foggy Night

Fog Blankets Woodhaven Overnight

Fog has a way of turning the innocent into the mysterious, the safe into the dangerous -- and on a recent foggy night in Woodhaven we took a tour to see the effect it had on our town. We captured some eerie sights on the streets and in the park -- one of our favorite weather related posts ever.

Are You Missing Your Pup?

UPDATE: PUP & FAMILY REUINITED.

A Great Night for Woodhaven

Street Changes Fail; Rezoning Passes

In front of a packed house, Tuesday Night's meeting of CB9 saw proposed changes to 84th Street and 89th Avenue go down in flames, both rejected unanimously. On the same night, the city's proposed rezoning of Woodhaven and Richmond Hill passed, also unanimously. All in all, a great night for Woodhaven.

Next Stop, Brooklyn Manor

A Look At Woodhaven being Built

Have you ever heard of Brooklyn Manor? How about Woodhaven Expressway? There are lots of goodies in store for you in this latest update -- which started off with one of those amazing coincidences that just make you shake your head. One of our favorite all-time updates -- hope you enjoy!

The Art of the Carousel

A Closer Look At The Forest Carousel

Hidden in plain sight around the top of our Carousel is a series of paintings that pay homage to the history of the Forest Park Carousel, Forest park iteslf and the surrounding communities. Literally, a painted tribute to Queens. We spotted these painting on our last tour of our local jewel -- you can see that tour here.

Dumped!

Illegal Dumper Caught on Film

Smile! You're on Candid Camera, you slob! We were out taking pictures of signs on 96th Street, near 89th Avenue, when we spotted this guy dumping a bag of household garbage outside of PS 306. This spot had been a magnet for illegal garbage and this creep looks like he'd done this before.

DOT Hearing - In Its' Entirety

Superbowl Sunday in Woodhaven

Signs of Support Around Town

The Giants face off against the Patriots later today and all around Woodhaven, signs of excitement about the big game are visible. Did you decorate your house for the game? Or maybe your business? Having a Super Bowl party in Woodhaven? Send us your pics and we'll add them to this post!

Dangerous Condition 91st Ave

Carousel Tour Sparks Optimism

The Parks Department hosted a group of potential vendors, residents and members of the media last week for a look at the Forest Park Carousel. It was a rainy day and the visit was an unhurried treat. The Carousel appears to be in great shape and in good working order. Here's hoping that a deal can be reached and the carousel opened in time for the Summer of 2012.

Leonora Lavan Profiled in NY Daily News

A Look At The South Queens' Greenway

Green walkway coming our way?

The old Rockaway Beach Branch of the LIRR has sat unused and abandoned for about 50 years. Now, local activists are hoping that a proposal to convert it into a haven for walkers, joggers and bicyclists will gain the support of residents. For Woodhaven, it would run from Victory Field to Atlantic Avenue, crossing over bridges at Park Lane South, Jamaica Avenue, and 91st Avenue.

Psst.. Snow Is Round The Corner

Holiday Spirit On Display

Residents March in Christmas Parade

The residents of Woodhaven put their Holiday Spirit on Full Display as they marched down Jamaica Avenue in the traditional annual Christmas Parade. And this year, the WRBA held the 1st Annual Parade Watching Party, getting together and cheering on the marchers. You looking for community spirit? You aren't gonna find it sitting at home. It's out there -- come and get it.!

Let There Be Lights!

Holiday Season Kicks Off With Ceremony

The Holiday Season in Woodhaven was officially started with the lighting of the Christmas Tree at Forest Parkway and Jamaica Avenue. About 200 people, young and old, packed the street to celebrate and cheer on the lighting of the tree. Visits by Santa and Mrs. Claus, Frosty, Rudolph and Shrek rounded out the evening.

WORKS Little League Celebrates

Awards Ceremony Caps 2011 Season

The Little League formerly known as Rich-Haven marked the end of the 2011 by honoring their coaches and player in front of a packed-house at Antun's. Well over 300 parents and family members came out to honor the players and the wonderful seasons they all had. WORKS is one of the many remarkable stories in our community -- congratulations to the entire WORKS family!

Rejected Carousel Bid Revealed

Carousel Closure Enters 4th Year

A business guided by a man the Parks Department describes as a "carousel expert" has had its' bid rejected, but its not clear why. Central Park Carousel, Inc currently manages the Flushing Carousel, but without a vendor in place for 2012, thw future if both carousel is in doubt. Click inside for a visit to the Flushing Carouseland a look at the bid that was rejected.

Flashback: Tour The Forest Park Carousel

Freak Storm Hits Woodhaven

Halloween Displays Covered in Snow

Unbelievable! A record breaking snowstorm, the earliest recorded in this region, dumped a couple of wet, heavy inches on Woodhaven. That we still have green leaves all over the place meant that all of the snow and ice were dangerous to tree branches -- but it also made for some spectacular views in Forest Park!

We Are Covering 33% of Woodhaven -- 45 Block Captains / 70 Blocks
Click The Map To See If Your Block Is Covered

Important News For Residents:
Rezoning Woodhaven - A Proposal - Click Here For All The Details, maps, Charts, Etc.

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http://wrba.wordpress.com/2011/01/11/free-mammograms-in-woodhaven-sponsored-by-sen-addabbo/

Carousel Reopens Coverage

Daily News
NY1
Leader/Observer
The Forum
Queens Courier
Queens Chronicle
WRBA Press Release
Queens Gazette
Carousel Official Webpage
Forest Park Carousel On Facebook

Neir's Hosts Autism Fundraiser
(Leader-Observer)
Thursday, May 17th at Forest Park Golf Course and at Neir's Tavern.

Forest Park: Woodhaven's Treasure
(Leader-Observer)
A tribute to the beauty that is Forest Park in Woodhaven.

Beware of Chimney Scammers
(Leader-Observer)
Note: You are NOT required to get your chimney inspected.

Emanuel Celebrates 135th Anniversary
(Leader-Observer)
Celebration Mass 10:45 Sunday.

Queens Park Commish - Carousel Will Run Soon
(Queens Chronicle)
Let's hope so.

Greenhouse Reopens
(Leader-Observer)
Larhgest Greenhouse in city right here in Woodhaven. See also story in Queens Chronicle.

Hit-And-Run on Jamaica & Woodhaven
(Queen Chronicle)
Leaves one man critical; samaritans stop driver and hold for cops.

Vandals Worry Woodhaven Residents
(The Forum)
A recap of the April Town Hall Meeting of the WRBA with a focus on the troubles caused by students of 210.

Women's Center Boosts Confidence
(Leader/Observer)
A profile on the School Sisters of Notre Dame.

Vincent Seyfried Dies at 94 Years Old
(Queen Gazette)
The historian and author of "The History of Woodhaven and Ozone Park" dies at 94 years old.

Dialing 311 For Dollars
(The Forum)
The WRBA raises over 500 Dollars for the Ambulance Corps and reports over 50 graffiti violations.

New Districts Deliver Fear
(Queens Chronicle)
The new district lines result in fear and uncertainty as an election looms.

Big Parade for Little League
(Leader Observer)
WORKS Little League kicks off their 2012 Season.

Making Noise to Battle Noise
(Leader Observer)
Woodhaven Residents take reporting noise complaints to a new level..

Maureen Byrne, 61, Mother, Community Leader
(NC Advertiser)
Many people who are born and raised in Woodhaven spread across our great country like seeds, blossoming in other communities. This is the story of one such woman. RIP Maureen Byrne.

Missing Woodhaven Man Found
(Queen Courier)
This is great news -- a 77-year old Woodhaven man who had wandered off was found and returned to his family.

Street Changes Shot Down
(Leader-Observer)
This news doesn't get old -- it was great to see the community come together to defeat this.

Rezoning Passes Unanimously
(Leader-Observer)
This battle went on for 7 years and this was a huge hurdle.

Ozone Park Man Arrested in Woodhaven Cat Slay
(NY Post)
We hope his cellmate is a cat lover.

CB9 Rejects Traffic Plan
(Queens Chronicle)
Great recap of Tuesday's meeting. Also check out the Chronicle's piece on the Rezoning Vote.

FBI Smashes Heroin Ring Based in Woodhaven
(Various - Google News Stories)
The ringleader lived on 78th Street but it sounds like it was sold all over Long Island. Developing.

Adrien Brody a Class Act
(WSJ)
A nice feature on Woodhaven's Oscar Winner.

The Carousel Will Spin This Spring
(NY Daily News)
Very -- very -- encouraging news about our Carousel.

Police Search for Armed Robbery Suspects
(Queens Courier)
Home invasion on 75th Street.

  Woodhaven Residents Voice Support for Railway
(Leader-Observer)
There are two separate proposals on what to do with the old Rockaway Beach Branch line. Residents at the most recent Woodhaven Town Hall meeting showed a preference for a new railway line connecting to the Casino and the Rockaways.

  Woodhaven Residents Oppose Redistricing, Street Changes
(Queens Courier)
At the recent Woodhaven Town Hall, both issues were discussed and residents spoke out against both.

  Woodhaven Voices Frustration Over Street Changes
(Leader-Observer)
Coverage of the DOT Hearing at St. Elizabeth's to discuss proposed street changes. See also stories in The Forum, Queens Courier and Queens Chronicle.

A Woodhaven Family's Fight For Justice
(NY Daily News)
Carlos Rosario was shot and killed in Bushwick last November and the Rosario family wants to ensure that his case is not forgotten. See also stories in The Forum, Queens Courier and Leader-Observer.

Woodhaven Cheese Factory Grilled
(The Forum)
There was a cheese factory in Woodhaven. Read on an empty stomach.

WRBA Opposes Split of Woodhaven
(Engage)
The WRBA strongly objects to plans to carve up Woodhaven amongst 3 different State Senators.

  Woodhaven Mourns Loss of 2 Neighbors
(Leader-Observer)
Dee Garvey and Susan Farrell were longtime residents and familiar faces and we will miss them both. Susan Farrell was also profiled in The Forum and The Chronicle.

Planning Rep Explains Rezoning
(The Forum)
The Department of Buildings came to Woodhaven to explain the proposed rezoning of Woodhaven.

  Woodhaven School Focuses on Community
(The Forum)
A nice feature on St. Thomas the Apostle during Catholic School's Week.

The Man Who Built Woodhaven
(Leader-Observer)
Florian Grosjean and his impact on Woodhaven will be discussed at the Woodhaven Historical Society on Wednesday January 25th at 1 PM at Emanuel Church.

Rare Glimpse of Woodhaven's Treasure
(NY Daily News)

Woodhaven Businesses Against Muni-Meters
(Eyewitness News)
With video.

Woodhaven Is Against Street Conversions
(Leader-Observer)

Luna Park Creators Interested In Carousel?
(NY Daily News)

  Coney Island Execs Eye Forest Park Carousel
(The Forum)

Amusement Bigwig: Forest Park Carousel "An Easy Fix"
(DNA Info)

Woodhaven Says Street Changes Not Acceptable
(The Forum)
Some details about the plan to convert the old LIRR Tracks to a walking path.

Residents Differ on Rezoning
(Queens Chronicle)
The plans to Rezone Woodhaven and Richmond Hill are in their final stages. Public meeting January 21 at the Ambulance Corps.

Historical Changes
(The Forum)
Leonora Lavan steps down as President of the Woodhaven Historical Society after 20 years.

WRBA Proud of 2011
(Leader/Observer)
The WRBA looks back on a busy, successful year.

Hunt is On For Hit and Run Driver
(Leader Observer)
Victim struck at 87th and Jamaica.

The Sitter at the Carousel in Forest Park - Warning Bad Language

Greenway Coming to Woodhaven?
(Queens Chronicle)
Some details about the plan to convert the old LIRR Tracks to a walking path.

HBO's Boardwalk Empire in Forest Park - Final Scene

Top Honor For Woodhaven Christmas Tree
(Leader Observer)
Our tree is voted 4th Best in NYC.

Woodhaven Loses a Beloved Teacher
(Leader Observer)
PS 60s Eleanor Roth, who taught many local students French and Italian, is remembered.

Seeking to Landmark The Carousel
(NY1)
Our efforts to get the Forest Park Carousel landmarked gets the attention of NY1.

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find

Morning Call to FDNY Results in Grisly Find