It's time to recap the stories that took place in the community during the past week.
The Community Church of Douglaston's cottage will be inhabited by a pastor for the first time in more than 80 years following a recent renovation of the property.
Douglaston was bustling with activity this weekend as Alley Pond Environmental Center celebrated National Estuary Day.
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And U.S. Rep. Gary Ackerman, D-Bayside, called on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to review its local services for soldiers following a report that found the rate at which claims were completed fell way behind the national average.
Here's your Week in Review:
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Monday
A Queens-based insurance fraud scheme involving alleged fake accidents netted several borough residents, Queens District Attorney Brown said.
Also, be sure to check out Patch's latest Conservation Conversation column as well as This Week at the Movies, which featured reviews of "Drive," "Straw Dogs" and "Restless."
Tuesday
Alley Pond Environmental Center announced that it would debut its refurbished boardwalk during an upcoming brunch.
Wednesday
Rev. Linden DeBie has moved his family into the Community Church of Douglaston's historic cottage following a renovation. There will be an open house for the property, which has not housed a pastor in more than 80 years, next month.
Thursday
Filmmaker Elana Mugdan debuted her movie, "Director's Cut," in the neighborhood. This week's Day Tripper pick was Corona. Activities include a visit to the Louis Armstrong House Museum and the Queens Zoo.
Friday
Carol Brock's Notes from a Food Diva focused on cooking classes. U.S Rep. Gary Ackerman, D-Bayside, called on the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to review disability compensation practices at its New York chapter.
Weekend
Alley Pond Environmental Center celebrated the Festival of Little Neck Bay and National Estuary Day this weekend. Check out our photos and story.
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