Mega Millions Causes NYC Mania As Jackpot Hits $1.6B | Patch PM

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Mega Millions Causes NYC Mania As Jackpot Hits $1.6B

New Yorkers headed to bodegas in droves on Tuesday for the chance to win a record $1.6 billion Mega Millions jackpot.

Dream Of Massive Ferris Wheel On Staten Island Dies

The New York Wheel project was officially dropped Tuesday.

Yet Another Iconic Bar Shutters In East Village

"Our shelves are now empty and our hearts are hurting but full of the love she gave us over the 24 years," the owners wrote on social media.

'Almost Magical' East Village Church To Be Sold Off To Developers

The building features a ceiling with a hand-painted starry sky, gold leaf sconces and elaborate mosaics.

Swiss Tourist Arrested For Flying Drone Into Times Square Window

The 28-year-old went to the building the morning after flying his drone through a window and was arrested.

Watch As Thief Swipes $100K In Bracelets At Midtown Store: NYPD

The brazen thief was caught on camera casually reaching behind a display case and pocketing the jewelry.

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