A freight train struck an 18-wheeler at the intersection of Rust Street and Maspeth Avenue last night, causing significant traffic delays through the night and into the morning commute. There were no injuries to report after the train allegedly stuck the tractor-trailer while going approximately 10 miles per hour (per ABC7). Crews were still on … Continue reading Train strikes truck in Maspeth
A joint operation between the 104th and 108th precinct is aimed at cutting down on drag racing and making the streets safer for motorists and pedestrians. Last Friday, May 15, at 3 p.m., the commanding and executive officers from the 104 Precinct and 108 Precinct conducted the operations in regards to numerous complaints from the community regarding the racing. A vehicle was placed, in plain view, … Continue reading Police team up to stop drag racing
New York Police Department’s 104th precinct announced seven prostitution arrests that stemmed from an undercover sting operation executed by the vice enforcement division. Communities of Maspeth and Elmhurst Together (COMET) passed along information regarding the arrests to residents in a newsletter. Capt. Gregory Mackie of the 104th precinct, according to the newsletter, said that the vice division conducted undercover sting operations in the night hours of … Continue reading Police announce seven prostitution arrests
With or without permanent assembly and liquor permits, The Knockdown Center, located at in Maspeth at 52-19 Flushing Ave is trucking on. Although the local community board has been putting stress on the venue, The Knockdown Center has several upcoming events with promise. The goal of the venue, as outlined on the Knockdown Center website is, “to create an adaptable environment that thinks beyond what ‘is’.” … Continue reading Knockdown Center bucks back with all ages event schedule
The 2014 Maspeth Memorial Day parade proved how many members of the community are dedicated to showing their appreciation for the people who have served in the forces. The parade was packed with different organizations marching to show their support including The Maspeth Town Hall Community Center, St, Stan’s School, Juniper Park Civic Associations, and many more local groups and committees . The number of … Continue reading Turnout For the Veterans
