Stewards of New York: Kissena Synergy Lead the Way in Park Restoration

On a humid July morning, nearly two dozen volunteers from Kissena Synergy worked in Eastern Queens Parks, enhancing overgrown trails as part of a grassroots forestry and trails program. Participants, including local students Tyler Tang and Dylan Chung, aimed to improve park safety and promote ecological health while reminiscing about their childhood experiences. In addition to trail maintenance, the group supports community initiatives, such as a food pantry and Participatory Budgeting. Kissena Synergy exemplifies how local grassroots efforts can positively impact both the environment and community ties.… Read More Stewards of New York: Kissena Synergy Lead the Way in Park Restoration

Ron Kim Takes the Lead: Greenways, Youth Sports, and Economic Growth in Queens

In a bid to re-imagine Flushing’s future, NYS Assemblyman Ron Kim (D-Flushing) recently convened a panel discussion to gather community insights on enhancing local tourism, fostering economic growth, and expanding access to parks and cultural programming. As the newly appointed chair of the Assembly’s Standing Committee on Tourism, Parks, Arts, and Sports Development, Kim’s initiative… Read More Ron Kim Takes the Lead: Greenways, Youth Sports, and Economic Growth in Queens