Week in Review: Hail, the Debt Ceiling and Theresa the Medium

A brutal hail storm pummeled the area Monday afternoon, causing widespread , and an onslaught of . 

On Tuesday, the 111th Precinct hosted its annual National Night Out event at the Douglaston Shopping Plaza. Relive the magic through our stories and photos here.

Local leaders and residents alike had plenty to say about the debt ceiling agreement reached Tuesday, only hours before the country was set to default on its national debt. Though initial reactions were roundly unenthusiastic, the ultimate implications of the deal remain to be seen.

On Wednesday, we asked local cycling savant Kenny Schmitt of  in Douglaston to give us five tips for novice riders. Find out what you need to know before hitting the road here.

On Thursday, we introduced you to Theresa the Medium, who offered her services to a gathering of locals hoping to connect with loved ones and relatives who had passed on. Proceeds from the event went to the Lexiebean Foundation, an organization that offers financial and emotional support to families grappling with the realities of caring for a child diagnosed with long-term illness.

And finally, the answer to this week's is the Chase Bank located at the corner of Little Neck Parkway and Northern Boulevard.