Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Man Who Terrorized Elderly Couple In Bayside Home Invasion Pleads Guilty, DA Says
The burglar and his accomplice used plastic ties to tie up the homeowners, officials said.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
- Queens, NY
I was born in Turkey and lived there until 2012. I graduated from UC Berkeley with a degree in English and Genetics.
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Forest Hills, NY|News|
Disappearing Cars In Forest Hills No Cause For Panic, DOT Says
Cars on 67th Road and 67th Avenue are being towed while roadwork in carried out.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|News|
WATCH: 60 Pianists Perform Bach In FiDi
The pianos will later be distributed in public places around the city.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
ICYMI: Douglaston Residents Need $2M To Turn Lot Into Park, Officials Say
The grassy lot has been condemned since the '60s.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Wonder Woman Day Celebrates Hero At Forest Hills Comic Book Store
The movie adaptation of Wonder Woman was released Friday.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
Elmhurst Fire Breaks Out In Residential Building, Officials Say
There were no injuries.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
$1 Movie Tickets Offered For Kids Films At Long Island City Theater
Two movies will be screened each week through the summer.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
Astoria Fire Leaves One With Minor Injuries, FDNY Says
One person was injured but refused medical attention.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
WATCH LIVE: Festival Of The Arts Returns To Forest Hills
Bruce "Big Daddy" Wayne and LA Blacksmith will be performing.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
ICYMI: Mr. Met Fired After Giving Fan The Finger: Video
The mascot lost his cool after a 7-1 loss and flipped the bird to fans.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Bayside Man Shot In The Face And Killed Outside Deli, Police Say
The victim was announced dead at the scene.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Piano Music Will Fill Forest Hills Park As Project Puts Instruments In Public Places
"Sing For Hope" pianos will be placed in parks throughout the city starting June 5.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
MTA Delays Hit Subway After Train Gets Stuck In Steinway Station
E, F, M and R trains are experiencing extensive delays.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
'Movies On The Plaza' Brings Outdoor Screenings To Douglaston
The series will kick off with a screening of "Trolls" this Friday.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
Police Officer Charged With Dealing Cocaine In Queens, Officials Say
The drugs were sold in Long Island City, prosecutors said.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Bayside-Douglaston, NY|News|
Bayside Park Named One Of Queens' Best Playgrounds For Kids
Alley Pond Park's playground was named one of the borough's best.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Forest Hills Park Named One Of Queens' Best Playgrounds For Kids
Flushing Hills Corona Park was named one of the borough's best.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Mayor Bill de Blasio To Answer Questions At Rego Park Meeting
The Mayor previously hosted town hall meetings in Sunnyside and Corona.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Queens|News|
Queens School Bus Crash Leaves 19 Hurt, Officials Say
All injuries are thought to be minor.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
Forest Hills, NY|News|
Forest Hills Fire Sends Thick Black Smoke Into Air: Video
Footage from the scene showed plumes of smoke rising from the roof of a local restaurant.
Ali Kucukgocmen, Patch Staff
