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​Giant Ferris Wheel Arrives In Times Square | NYC Roundup

Here are the must-read Patch NYC stories for Friday, August 20.

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A 110-foot high Ferris wheel will begin spinning in Times Square on Monday and will remain on site until Sept. 14 in am effort to bring people back to the iconic New York City location.
A 110-foot high Ferris wheel will begin spinning in Times Square on Monday and will remain on site until Sept. 14 in am effort to bring people back to the iconic New York City location. (Artist rendering by Anthony George)

A round-up of the news stories in New York City today:

Giant Ferris Wheel Arrives In Heart Of Times Square

The 110-foot attraction will give a whole new view of the iconic crossroads.

New Pastry Shop Named Among Best In NYC

Washington Heights has no shortage of skilled baked good makers, but only one local spot recently received critical acclaim.

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Coffee Mate-Gate: NY Joe Drinkers Say Nestle Is Stiffing Them

A cabal of city coffee drinkers filed suit against Nestle USA over vats of Coffee Mate creamer they say are significantly under-filled.

More Than 100K NYers Got COVID Vaccine This Week: Mayor

It's the second week in a row that New York City surpassed 100,000 vaccine doses — a sign new vaccination mandates are working.

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Movers Seen At Mansion As Cuomo Prepares To Leave Office

Andrew Cuomo's last day as governor is on Monday.

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