<![CDATA[COMET: Communities of Maspeth & Elmhurst Together - Newsletter]]>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 18:03:03 -0300Weebly<![CDATA[National Night out this Tuesday]]>Sat, 01 Aug 2026 19:56:28 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/national-night-out-this-tuesday
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On Sunday, July 26, 2026, at approximately 11:29 p.m., Officers responded to a 911 call at Wyckoff Avenue and Hancock Street in Ridgewood. Upon arrival, responding Officers located a female victim with two minor graze wounds to the leg. The victim stated she was standing at the location with a group of friends when she heard gunshots and felt a sudden pain. She was transported to a local hospital and is in stable condition. Officers canvassed the area and recovered several shell casings in the vicinity. This preliminary investigation is ongoing, and details may change as new information develops.

As always please call or write the 104th Precinct Community Affairs Office with any concerns or information regarding this incident.  

Best, 

Detective Dilsia Bonilla 
104 Precinct- Community Affairs ​]]><![CDATA[Check Washing 110 Pct]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:51:33 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/check-washing-110-pctWe took a report recently in the COMET region of the 110 precinct for check fraud. The c/v placed a check in a blue mailbox in the amount of $19,581 for a home improvement company. The perpetrator then took the check-out of the mailbox and erased the recipient's name and put their own name and withdrew said amount from c/v's bank account. I have attached the above flyer in regard to check fraud/mailbox fishing. Feel free to disseminate to any civic groups. 

Stay safe and have a Happy Fourth of July!

Respectfully, 

Police Officer
John Williams  

110 Precinct
Crime Prevention ​
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]]><![CDATA[110 Pct Fireworks awareness]]>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:49:37 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/110-pct-fireworks-awarenessThe 110 pct posted up signs on the pedestrian bridge by 85 Street and 55 Avenue as well as the surrounding area in order to show the community as well as those that may have in mind to use fireworks on this upcoming holiday. Showing it is illegal and the 110 will enforce any violators.

Please see attached pictures.

We are here for the community and hope this 250-year celebration is a good one for all.

Always stay safe!

Respectfully,
Stephanie De La Nuez
Police Officer
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]]><![CDATA[Incident in the 104th Precinct - Glendale]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 21:32:07 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/incident-in-the-104th-precinct-glendale8601730Good afternoon,

The 104th Precinct would like to make you aware of an incident that took place earlier this morning on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.  At approximately 8:59 am, a call was placed to 911 requesting police to respond to PS 113, located at 78-23 87th Street in Glendale.  Upon arrival school staff stated they discovered what appeared to be decomposed human remains inside the chimney.  Additional resources were immediately requested such as the NYPD Crime Scene Unit and Emergency Services Unit.  There were no students in school, as the building is closed for construction throughout the summer.  Please understand that this incident is currently under investigation and in its early stages.  As always please call or write the 104th Precinct Community Affairs Office with any concerns or information regarding this incident.  

Detective Michael Berish
Community Affairs Section, 104th Precinct
]]><![CDATA[No Trash, Curbside Composting, or Recycling Collection on Independence Day, Saturday, July 4, 2026]]>Tue, 30 Jun 2026 15:47:23 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/no-trash-curbside-composting-or-recycling-collection-on-independence-day-saturday-july-4-2026The New York City Department of Sanitation announced that there would be no trash, Curbside Composting, or recycling collection on Independence Day, Saturday, July 4, 2026.
  • Residents who normally receive Saturday trash, Curbside Composting, or recycling collection should place their material at the curb Saturday evening for collection beginning Sunday, July 5.
Friday, July 3 is a normal collection day; residents should follow their normal set out schedule that day.
NOTE: Collection delays may occur after a holiday. We appreciate patience as we work to collect the backlog of material.
For questions about Sanitation services and holiday schedules contact 311 or visit nyc.gov/sanitation.]]><![CDATA[Multiple incidents in 104 Pct]]>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 21:07:43 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/multiple-incidents-in-104-pctGood afternoon,

The 104th Precinct would like to make you aware of multiple incidents that occurred consecutively earlier this morning, Saturday June 27, 2026.

The first incident occurred at approximately 4:15 am in the vicinity of Forest Avenue and 69th Avenue in Ridgewood.  The victim states he was approached by one male wearing a ski mask who displayed a firearm and removed the victim's bag, money and phone.  This incident was reported at the 104th Precinct at 4:50 am. 

At approximately 4:28 am a second robbery occurred in the vicinity of Fresh Pond Road and 69th Avenue, Ridgewood.  The victim stated two males approached him, displayed a firearm and removed the victim's bag and money. 

At approximately 4:30 am, a third robbery took place at Fresh Pond Road and 70th Avenue. The victim states he was walking when two males approached him, displayed a firearm and removed a necklace and money from the victim. 

At this time we believe both perpetrators to be Male Hispanic, approached and fled the victims on foot.  All three of these incidents are currently under investigation.  As always if you have any information pertaining to this, please call or write the 104th Precinct Community Affairs.
Detective Michael Berish
Community Affairs Section, 104th Precinct
Phone (718) 386-2446
​Michael.Berish@nypd.org
]]><![CDATA[Maspeth Federal's Upcoming Concert Series]]>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:03:40 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/maspeth-federals-upcoming-concert-seriesWHERE: Main Office 56-18 69th St. 

Dancin Dream: An ABBA TributeWHEN: Wednesday, July 8th, 7:30 pm
Jay & The Americans: 60s Hits & HarmoniesWHEN: Wednesday, July 15th, 7:30 pm
Absolute Adele with Jennifer CellaWHEN: Wednesday, August 5th, 7:30 pm]]><![CDATA[COMET IBX meeting June 17, 2026]]>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:45:49 GMThttp://www.cometcivic.com/newsletter/comet-ibx-meeting-june-17-2026
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Assemblyman Steven Raga will be holding the event at:

Maspeth Memorial Park
69th Street/Grand Avenue
6 PM -7 PM
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