The Juniper Park Civic Association

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Join us at our April 2026 meeting

Published April 4, 2026

Join us at our April 2026 meeting

Published April 4, 2026

Smoked out!

The switch-and-brake station on the CSX tracks behind Villa Erasmo belching black smoke. Our... See More

Upcoming Interboro Express (IBX) meetings

Published April 3, 2026

Upcoming Interboro Express (IBX) meetings

Please join the MTA for in-person, interactive public workshops about the proposed light rail... See More

Juniper Valley Park 2026 Concert Schedule

Published April 2, 2026

Juniper Valley Park 2026 Concert Schedule

Please join... See More

Help us stop future battery farms

Published March 19, 2026

Help us stop future battery farms

Please donate to the Queens Civic Congress’ City of Yes lawsuit. It’s the only way to... See More

Mandatory Containerization and Trash Bin Reimbursement Program

Published March 19, 2026

Mandatory Containerization and Trash Bin Reimbursement Program

Information from last night’s meeting regarding mandatory containerization. More here: Trash... See More

The Laws That Handcuffed the NYPD – Bob Holden Explains

Published March 11, 2026

The Laws That Handcuffed the NYPD – Bob Holden Explains

Nine Dot to proceed with battery farm siting by PS/IS128

Published March 9, 2026

Nine Dot to proceed with battery farm siting by PS/IS128

Elected Officials, UFT, and Community Leaders Issue Joint Statement Opposing Proposed BESS Facility on 69th Place in Middle Village

Published February 25, 2026

Elected Officials, UFT, and Community Leaders Issue Joint Statement Opposing Proposed BESS Facility on 69th Place in Middle Village

Middle Village, Queens — Multiple elected officials and community stakeholders, including... See More

Snow Clearing and Trash Pickup Information 2-24-26

Published February 10, 2026

Snow Clearing and Trash Pickup Information 2-24-26

While DSNY clears streets and bike lanes, property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks.... See More

Published February 7, 2026

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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 April 3, 2026

CM Wong delivers strong first quarter with perfect attendance, casting 200 votes with active legislative record

Published March 31, 2026

The brutal politics of property tax reform

Published March 30, 2026

CM Wong introduces first legislative package targeting environment, quality of life

Published March 24, 2026

CM Wong calls for end to ‘backdoor tax’ on water bills amid budget concerns

Published March 21, 2026

Elected officials call for Maspeth Firehouse to be designated official city landmark ahead of 25th anniversary of 9/11

Published March 21, 2026

Imminent 69th Place BESS opposed: CB 5

Published March 18, 2026

Businesses targeted in crime spree: cops

Published March 9, 2026

Reports of suspicious device left at Maspeth gas station mobilizes ESU, Bomb Squad: NYPD

Published March 4, 2026

Purse snatcher wanted after targeting three women in Maspeth neighborhood: NYPD

Published February 20, 2026

Law changes weed shop proximity rules

Published February 19, 2026

Mamdani threatens 9.5% property tax increase to fill NYC budget gap if Albany won’t tax rich

Published February 16, 2026

Man, 83, killed during Elmhurst apartment fire after response was slowed by blocked fire hydrant: FDNY

Published February 11, 2026

Baby, 17 Days Old, Found Dead From Fire That Killed Her Mother

Published February 10, 2026

Man finishes handmade replica of NYC including all 5 boroughs after 21 years

Published February 2, 2026

CM Wong clarifies DEP downspout disconnections for D30, aids homeowner outreach

Press Releases

Published February 25, 2026

Elected Officials, UFT, and Community Leaders Issue Joint Statement Opposing Proposed BESS Facility on 69th Place in Middle Village

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

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Thank you for update the woman was captured in the two fires 🔥

Hopefully she's not out on the street

Thank you Phil wong

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21 hours ago

Incredible. The City fails homeless people then the community gets victimized by them. ... See MoreSee Less

Homeless woman charged with arson and attempted murder for allegedly starting three fires in Maspeth: NYPD – QNS

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A homeless woman was arrested in Maspeth on Monday night for allegedly setting three fires at three locations in the neighborhood just south of the Long

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Just like taxes. Bad City Management=increased taxes on the working class

I blame the City of New York directly for this and they should be held liable and accountable. How should we sue them?

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Juniper Park Civic Association

1 day ago

Good afternoon

The 104 Precinct would like to update you on an incident that took place within our confines.

Yesterday, April 13, 2026, at approximately 9:15 pm, Officers responded to reports of a fire in the vicinity of 61st Street and Flushing Avenue. While on scene, numerous other calls came in for fire and damage to three storefronts along the Grand Avenue corridor between 64th Street and Queens Midtown Expressway.

The perpetrator was identified and arrested on scene.

As always, please reach out if there are any questions or concerns.

Best,

Police Officer Dilsia Bonilla
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Probably out already with free tickets to the mets game.

Anyone know what stores were damaged?

THERES A DENTIST , EYE PLACE AND KEY FOOD

That’s it? No other info

Heard the perp was a woman.

Just so screwed up. Never thought I would have to say it but " It's time to get out of NY" A Big TY to the men and women of the NYPD.

When will her identity be shown?

And will she be released tomorrow to set more fires?

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Juniper Park Civic Association

3 days ago

An overdose death happened a couple of weeks ago at the Knockdown Center, but that isn't stopping the Mayor from giving a speech there today at 6:15. ... See MoreSee Less

An overdose death happened a couple of weeks ago at the Knockdown Center, but that isnt stopping the Mayor from giving a speech there today at 6:15.

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A lot of manpower dedicated to babysitting druggies at this place. grime-square.com/2026/04/11/knockdown-center-basement-club-police-arrests/

Was Knockdown Center implicated in the overdose? If not, what is the point of the original post?

The news( Ch4?) said intro'd the piece with it being about the "first city-owned food store in NYC", but then I didn't hear anything actually said about it. Did I miss it?

A few more deaths, then maybe something will be done

They will never be bothered by the nypd they donate alot of money to sponser events throughout queens during the summer they even sponsored national night out against crime

Wish he would stay out of Maspeth

Make him stay out of Maspeth by fighting him! We have to bring him down!

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