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Speakers at a rent Guidelines Board hearing became emotional as they expressed frustration with their landlords, the cost of living and the overwhelming burden rent plays in their lives. This year’s vote comes amid a housing crisis and soaring eviction rates as half of New Yorkers struggle to afford basic necessities.

For many in Queens, rent increases of up to 7% under consideration citywide by the Rent Guidelines Board will drive them to make difficult choices. “Asking people to choose between rent and food and medicine is beyond unfair, it’s obscene and amoral and [a] driving force in the housing crisis today,” said Douglas, an Elmhurst retiree, during the board hearing on rates for rent-stabilized units ...

NY skate shop owner Amy Collado is giving back to her community and helping a new generation roller skate just like Luna Lafayette aka Moon Girl. Check Amy out in this episode of Moon Girl Magic: United States of Roller Skates -This is How I (Butter)Roll, and watch "Marvel's Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur" on Disney Channel and now streaming on Disney+.

In 2015, Butter Roll club was established to promote social and mental wellness for BIPOC communities through roller skating events in New York City and Brooklyn.

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Our Favorite Roller Skaters on Everything Beginners Need to Know Megan Spurrell © María José Govea/ Courtesy Mawara If there was ever a summer to start roller skating, this is it. Perfect for social distancing, its a low-tech way to stay busy and get some exercise, plus its just fun, at a time when we need regular doses of joy most. And now, with vaccination rollout well underway, themed roller discos and lively community skate nights also feel increasingly accessible—p...