New York City Marathon Moments
Check out some stories and snapshots from the route.
Place: Queens
A Tree Grows in Queens
The city's MillionTreesNYC push is getting some help from the Mckinley Children's Garden in Queens.
FBI Probed Geraldine Ferraro
The Queens Democrat was investigated by the feds and received death threats after being tapped for the 1984 presidential ticket, documents show.
Teaching 9/11 to a New Generation
Educators face the challenge of explaining the significance of terror attacks to students who weren't born then.
Fluoride Debate Makes a Splash
Some politicians and activists are calling for a ban on fluoridation of tap water, citing possible dangers. Others say the claims are all wet.
via The Queens Courier
Crew Helps Girls Row to College
The Young Women’s Leadership School in Astoria teaches girls rowing with an eye toward college scholarships.
via The Queens Courier
Gas Vent Fears in Queens
Outraged Jamaica residents say a development company may be putting the community in danger with plans to pave a driveway too close to a gas vent.
Last Tag Looms for 5Pointz
5Pointz, a Queens-based haven for graffiti artists, could be shuttered to make way for development.