Flushing was established as a settlement of New Netherland on Oct. 10, 1645, on the eastern bank of Flushing Creek. It was named after the Dutch city of
A state lawmaker who represents the communities around the Mets Citi Field and Willets Point has halted at least temporarily billionaire Mets owner Steve Cohen's plan to build a casino and entertainment complex in the lots next to the team's ballpark.