December 25 2025: On December 23, 2025, State Senator Joseph Addabbo Jr. joined the Ozone Tudor Civic Association to uphold a nearly century-old holiday tradition in Tudor Village, Ozone Park. Donning a Santa suit, the Senator went door-to-door to visit local families and spread seasonal cheer throughout the community. This event capped off a month of festivities for Addabbo, who also hosted tree lightings and photo opportunities for children at his district offices earlier in the month.

November 21 2025: An Imam from Al Furqan Masjid on Glenmore Avenue in Ozone Park, has died after several days in the hospital following a collision while riding his bicycle. The incident happened on November 18th at Liberty Avenue and 80th Street in Ozone Park.

FDNY and EMS treated him at the scene, where he was in critical condition. He was then transported to Jamaica Hospital for emergency care. Despite efforts to save him, he later passed away from his injuries.

Members of the masjid and the wider community have been mourning his loss and describing him as a respected figure who was known for his presence, his guidance, and his steady role in the neighborhood.

August 1, 2025: A local volunteer patrol group is asking for the community's help after a vandal targeted their only patrol vehicle in the early hours of Tuesday, July 29. Surveillance footage from near 89th Street and 102nd Road shows a man arriving in a dark blue BMW X5, checking for cameras, and then slashing both driver-side tires on the Cityline Ozone Park Civilian Patrol (COPCP) Ford Fusion. The suspect also damaged a nearby Jeep before fleeing the scene. Because this was the group’s only official car, their ability to conduct late-night safety patrols and assist at local events has been severely limited, prompting a call for donations to get the vehicle back on the road.

April 16 2025: A small industrial fire broke out at 80-60 Pitkin Avenue on April 16, 2025 at about 7:35 in the evening. Volunteers from the Cityline Ozone Park Civilian Patrol were conducting visibility patrols near the newly opened MUNA Masjid on Pitkin Avenue when they noticed smoke coming from the property. The building is owned by DARB Group LLC.

No workers were inside at the time. FDNY units responded and clipped the lock on the gate to reach the fire. The early call from patrol volunteers allowed firefighters to stop the flames before they spread to the main structure or nearby properties.

Executive Director Mohammad Khan praised the volunteers for their quick action. Khan said, “Our volunteers were exactly where they needed to be. Their quick attention and steady presence kept a dangerous situation from becoming something much worse. These men and women give their time without asking for anything in return, and they continue to prove how important community vigilance is. I am grateful for them every single day, whether they are stopping a fire from spreading or helping recover a stolen car.”

The incident is another example of the patrol’s role in monitoring local blocks and supporting emergency responses when needed.

March 31 2025: Authorities arrested three individuals following a chaotic weekend incident where a mob targeted NYPD patrol cars in Ozone Park.

The confrontation began around 1:00 a.m. on Sunday when police responded to reports of a large group of vehicles driving recklessly through the neighborhood.

When officers arrived on the scene, the situation turned violent as the crowd surrounded the police cruisers. The group allegedly:

• Jumped on top of the patrol cars.

• Smashed windows and bodywork.

• Hurled objects at the officers inside the vehicles.

The "moving gathering" continued through multiple locations in Queens before shifting toward the Bronx. Just before 4:00 a.m., police were able to apprehend three suspects in the Bronx in connection with the vandalism and reckless behavior.

December 27, 2023: in the early morning hours a large sinkhole opened in the middle of a busy intersection in Ozone Park, Queens, disrupting local travel and public transit. 

August 9th 2023, The relocation of the Deshi Senior Center from 83-10 Rockaway Blvd has left the community with a great loss. Deshi Senior Center leased by Misba Abdin and his associates in 2016 turned 83-10 into more than just a building; it was a hub of community life and a second home to many.

Abdin's dedication to putting people over profit allowed for a wide array of activities, including gatherings, public safety forums, civic meetings, trainings, and the vital food pantry that was initiated in the most challenging times of 2020.

While the building now stands empty, the seniors and the myriad activities that once filled its halls have moved to a new location (pending an official announcement).

Community members remember with fondness the sense of unity, support, and empowerment that the Deshi Center nurtured. 

Though the future of 83-10 Rockaway Blvd remains uncertain, the memories and organizations built within its walls endure. The legacy of Abdin's commitment to the community's well-being and the principle of people over profit has left an indelible mark, and many look forward to the new chapter that the seniors will write in their new home.

August 1st 2023, Sherry Algredo, Chairperson of Community Board 9, was honored at National Night Out by the 102nd Precinct. A prominent figure in the community, Algredo has made significant contributions to education and local governance in south Queens. Her historic achievement as the first Trinidadian and Indo-Caribbean woman to lead Community Board 9 has been a source of inspiration. The recognition at National Night Out underscores her dedication to community service and her role as a leader in Ozone Park.