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Police Oversight Agency Cites Excessive Force in Killing of Queens Teen

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  The Civilian Complaint Review Board has found Officers Salvatore Alongi and Matthew Cianfrocco committed misconduct when they shot Win Rozario inside his home during a mental health crisis. This article originally appeared in The City. By Reuven Blau Queens Voice September 15, 2025 QUEENS - The city’s police watchdog group has recommended a slew of misconduct charges against two cops who shot a 19-year-old to death inside his Queens home last year, a case that sparked widespread outrage and scrutiny of the NYPD response to mental health calls. The Civilian Complaint Review Board on Wednesday concluded Officers Salvatore Alongi and Matthew Cianfrocco committed multiple acts of misconduct — including excessive force and abuse of authority — when they tased and shot Win Rozario in March 2024, officials said. The allegations being "substantiated" by the CCRB means both officers now face departmental discipline, which could lead to their termination but more often than not on...
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Bronx and Queens Casino Bids Spark Clashing Testimony

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    With weeks left before local boards recommend gaming sites to the state, neighbors of Ferry Point Park and Citi Field lined up to make competing cases for construction jobs and against gambling. This article originally appeared in The City. By Haidee Chu and Jonathan Custodio Queens Voice September 12, 2025 QUEENS  - Community members, business owners and union representatives exchanged heated arguments for and against two controversial casino projects at public hearings in Queens and The Bronx Tuesday evening — taking their last swings at influencing local community advisory committees that will decide in less than three weeks whether casino bids in their neighborhoods advance toward potential state approval. At a nonprofit community center in Throggs Neck in The Bronx, 88 speakers signed up to share their thoughts about a $4 bill...
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Parenting with strength: Why your well-being counts

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By Mayra Rosendo Family Advocate, VNS Health  Queens Voice  September 8, 2025 NEW YORK  - One of the great joys of being a parent is watching your child grow, learn, and find their place in the world. It all happens so fast. From taking pictures on their first day of pre-school to hearing them read aloud for the first time, every moment is fleeting—and precious. But with growth can come new challenges, including those affecting mental well-being. This situation is surprisingly common, with 15% of NYC kids reporting at least one mental health diagnosis. School, peers, social media, and broader influences like poverty, discrimination, and community violence can all play a role. As I’ve experienced with my own children, parents often put their child’s needs first—frequently ahead of their own. When a child shows changes in behavior or receives a diagnosis, the sense of responsibility can feel overwhelming for parents. My own first response was to find he...
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Top Tips for Transitioning Back-to-School

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By Jahanara Ullah, PhD,  Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Montefiore School Health Program  Queens Voice  August 20, 2025 NEW YORK  - The transition from summer to school routine is an adjustment that can lead to conflict or trigger anxiety.  Children might be anticipating big changes, such as going to a new school or meeting new teachers. Kids who learn differently might become anxious about keeping up with their academics or fitting in with their peers. Caregivers often struggle to get kids back on an earlier sleep and wake schedule.  Montefiore School Health Program supports caregivers in the back-to-school transition to support the overall well-being of kids and families. Here are some tips that can help you and your child lay the foundation for a successful school year.  1. Start the transition to school-mode e...
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