Rikers Officer Attacked, Pause On LIC Ferry Dock | Queens Top Stories

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Rikers Island Detainee Hit Officer In The Face: Officials

A detainee struck an officer several times in the face on Wednesday about 5:20 a.m. at the Anna M. Kross Center, officials said.

City Pauses Plans To Replace LIC Ferry Landing, Seeks Alternatives

The city's Economic Development Corporation said it will reconvene with the community once a new plan is set for discussion.

Two Men Rob Donation Box From Buddhist Temple In Elmhurst: Police

Police are searching for the two people that jumped over a fence to enter the Wat Buddha Thai Thavorn Varanam Temple on Jan. 7.

Flushing Bland Playground To Remain Closed Until 2024 Amid Renovation

The renovations for the playground will include new swings and a reconstruction of the basketball and handball courts.

Two Men Sentenced To 10 Years For Child Sex Trafficking In Queens: DA

Lawrence Winslow, 28, and Alan Velvett, 29, were sentenced to 10 years in prison for trafficking of a child and rape, the district attorney.