Cigarette Cockroach Is The New Pizza Rat | Patch PM

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Smoke Roach Is The Pizza Rat Replacement You Never Always Wanted

You don't want to watch this video of a subway cockroach stealing a cigarette. But also, you really do.

American Airlines Strikes Back At NYC Sick Leave Law

The law will cause more flight delays and cancellations, the company argued after it was accused of violating the city's worker protections.

NYC Transit Boss Revokes Resignation Amid Reports Of Departure

Andy Byford has rescinded a resignation letter he reportedly submitted last week. "I'm not going anywhere," he said.

Queens Cyclist Dies Two Weeks After Crash In The Rockaways: Cops

A cyclist died two weeks after a van driver hit her in the Rockaways, making her the 26th cyclist killed on city streets so far this year.

Former White House Chef Opens UES Restaurant, Report Says

The former White House exective pastry chef's new spot serves up French and American food on East 61st Street.

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