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Richard Osthoff, a disabled veteran, alleged that George Santos set up a GoFundMe for his service dog Sapphire, then kept the $3,000 raised that she needed for a lifesaving surgery.
Richard Osthoff, a disabled veteran, alleged that George Santos set up a GoFundMe for his service dog Sapphire, then kept the $3,000 raised that she needed for a lifesaving surgery. (Richard Osthoff)

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Disabled Veteran: George Santos Took $3K From Dying Dog's GoFundMe

Two New Jersey veterans say George Santos promised to raise funds for a lifesaving surgery for a service dog — then disappeared.

Massive NYC Construction Kickback Scheme Stole $5M, DA Says

"When the bidding progress process is rigged, we all lose, " said DA Alvin Bragg as he announced charges against 50 people and companies.

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How A Family-Run Food Truck Became A Hit Spot In Washington Heights

"To know all those hard days in the rain are coming full circle, " Edgar Nivar, the force behind the Aroma food truck, told Patch.

Driver Kills Dog In UES Hit And Run: Report

Duncan, a beloved Welsh Spring Spaniel, was killed on East 74th Street and Second Avenue by a driver who sped off.

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Big-Rig Truck Depot Officially Opens In Harlem At Proposed One45 Site

A controversial truck depot will open Wednesday morning on West 145th Street at the proposed One45 site, the developer confirmed to Patch.

Swastikas Found Graffitied On Forest Park Tree Stumps On MLK Day: NYPD

Authorities responded to a call at 2:45 on Monday about a biased incident in Forest Park, police said.

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