Ray Kelly Considers Moving Terror Trials To Governors Island

The police commissioner says he’s considering a proposal by Community Board 1 recommending a change of venue for the upcoming terror trial. Last night, the community board voted unanimously to oppose the planned location of the so-called terror trials, including the prosecution of self-proclaimed mastermind of the September 11th terrorist attacks Khalid Sheik Mohammed. The [...]

Report Says $922K Wasted On Unused Governors Island Ferry

A State Senate committee says Governors Island board members sunk more than $922,000 into the purchase of a backup ferry that was never used. The committee reported that the Governors Island Preservation and Education Corporation showed “flawed judgment” with the 2007 purchase. The report found the corporation did not take an active role in the [...]