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Doorman Says Dead Resident Had Promised Fortune: NYC Top Stories

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The doorman, Jose Rafael Padilla, works the morning shift at 14 Sutton Place South, a 15-story building on East 56th Street in the upscale Manhattan enclave.
The doorman, Jose Rafael Padilla, works the morning shift at 14 Sutton Place South, a 15-story building on East 56th Street in the upscale Manhattan enclave. (Google Maps)

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Doorman Claims Deceased Resident Had Promised Him Fortune

UPPER EAST SIDE, NY — An East Side doorman is suing the estate of a former building resident, saying the deceased man had promised him a chunk of his fortune. The doorman, Jose Rafael Padilla,... Read more


Village Halloween Parade Is On, Thanks To Donors

GREENWICH VILLAGE, NY — Goblins, ghouls, a zombie with no conscience. Question -- what do these things all have in common?You'll probably see them at the Village Halloween Parade, which is... Read more

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Macy's Sues To Stop Amazon's Ad On Herald Square Billboard

MIDTOWN MANHATTAN, NY — Macy's is going to court to block Amazon from putting up a giant billboard in Herald Square, alarmed that a "direct competitor" could soon be advertising practically on... Read more


2 Bed-Stuy Spots Among The Best Pizza In Brooklyn, Ranking Says

BED-STUY, BROOKLYN — Two Bed-Stuy pizza joints are some of the best places to grab a slice in the entire borough, according to a new ranking. Neighborhood staple Saraghina's and a relative... Read more

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Reopening Of 'Aladdin' On Broadway Halted By COVID-19 Cases

MIDTOWN, NY — The hit Broadway show "Aladdin" was canceled Wednesday night when breakthrough COVID-19 cases were reported within the musical's company, a day after the show reopened following some... Read more

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