The Juniper Park Civic Association

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Albany Battery Farm Advocacy Day May 18

Published May 8, 2026

Albany Battery Farm Advocacy Day May 18

Our friends in Southeast Queens have organized a bus to Albany to lobby legislators to sign on to S7197/A6955 which is sponsored by Senator Joseph Addabbo. This legislation aims to ensure that... See More

Join us as we honor a local hero

Published May 7, 2026

Join us as we honor a local hero

Event is rain or... See More

Wanted posters connected to meetup at 69 Street and Eliot Ave

Published April 24, 2026

Wanted posters connected to meetup at 69 Street and Eliot Ave

Neighbors, I want to share an update regarding the unacceptable situation that took place at 69th... See More

Flushing Avenue underpass conditions

Published April 24, 2026

Flushing Avenue underpass conditions

By Christina Wilkinson

Let’s get this fixed! Flushing Ave Underpass Conditions by... See More

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

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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

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 May 11, 2026

MTA Scrambles For New Funding To Keep Brooklyn-Queens Train Line On Track

Published May 4, 2026

CM Wong announces Summer Concert Series and ‘Movies Under the Stars’ at Juniper Valley Park

Published May 1, 2026

Reckless driver who allegedly spun around in BMW during viral, fiery NYC car meet-up is busted: cops

Published April 25, 2026

The fiery Queens street meetup was unacceptable—and it can’t happen again

Published April 23, 2026

Maspeth HS teacher groomed girls: report

Published April 23, 2026

Arrest made after dangerous street takeover around ring of fire in Queens

Published April 21, 2026

NYPD says it has seized 2 vehicles in fiery Maspeth, Queens car meetup

Published April 20, 2026

Mayhem in Maspeth: Police search for suspects following street takeover

Published April 16, 2026

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

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

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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MTA Scrambles For New Funding To Keep Brooklyn-Queens Train Line On Track

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The Interborough Express would run along an existing freight corridor from Sunset Park in Brooklyn to Jackson Heights in Queens.

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More cheap housing for congressional districts

I think the same is true of parks. Yesterday I told a NYC Park Ranger that it doesn't make sense to me to build the new The QueensWay when our current Queens parks are understaffed and underfunded. She sympathized with me and explained that the city focuses on new projects because it's much easier to get federal funds for new projects than to get funding to maintain existing infrastructure. I hope there's a way that we can change that pattern.

It is all about the kickbacks

There is no common sense in any decisions that are made today. Every politician regardless of party is focused on either reelection or their next campaign, trying to get publicity and attention, and making sure their name is familiar.

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3 days ago

The deadline for the next Juniper Berry is Friday, May 15. Please send submissions to info@junipercivic.com ... See MoreSee Less

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Juniper Park Civic Association

4 days ago

They tear up the track at Juniper tooReminder to the NYPD, especially the 104 Precinct: dirt bikes are not street legal, especially when minors are riding them on public streets.

As the weather gets warmer, we’re going to see more of this reckless behavior.

We expect enforcement action, not lectures about safety while illegal dirt bikes continue riding through our neighborhoods. ... See MoreSee Less

They tear up the track at Juniper too

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The 104 jajjajajajajaj the criminal in Queens jajajaj. They will be raiding the bike that's why they will do nothing. Specialty officer Lopez on the 104.

Juniper Park Civic Association

4 days ago

Our friends in Southeast Queens have organized a bus to Albany to lobby legislators to sign on to S7197/A6955 which is sponsored by Senator Joseph Addabbo.

This legislation aims to ensure that battery energy storage systems are sited with appropriate distance from neighboring properties, are backed by sufficient financial assurances, and are developed with meaningful community input to protect public safety and local interests.

SQREJC has invited JPCA members to ride with them on Monday, May 18. Call to reserve your spot on the bus. Details below. ... See MoreSee Less

Our friends in Southeast Queens have organized a bus to Albany to lobby legislators to sign on to S7197/A6955 which is sponsored by Senator Joseph Addabbo.

This legislation aims to ensure that battery energy storage systems are sited with appropriate distance from neighboring properties, are backed by sufficient financial assurances, and are developed with meaningful community input to protect public safety and local interests.

SQREJC has invited JPCA members to ride with them on Monday, May 18. Call to reserve your spot on the bus. Details below.

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