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A legionella outbreak at Brooklyn Methodist Hospital has still not been resolved since it was detected months ago.
A legionella outbreak at Brooklyn Methodist Hospital has still not been resolved since it was detected months ago. (Google Maps)

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Bacteria At Park Slope Hospital Has Patients Forbidden To Shower

Patients are still using water bottles and body wipes after legionella bacteria was found in the hospital's water in December.

Terrifying Viewing Deck To Perch Visitors High Above Hudson Yards

The observation deck, called the "Edge," will be located 1,100 feet in the air at the 30 Hudson Yards skyscraper.

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SEE: Rat Gets Trapped In MetroCard Machine

Anyone reaching for a receipt at this machine would have gotten a handful of rodent.

Brownsville Girl On Her Way To Becoming Chess Master

Jessica Hyatt claimed victory at the New York State Scholastic Championship chess competition last weekend, her school announced.

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Usain Bolt Touts E-Scooters That Would Run Slower Than Him

Bolt Mobility enlisted the record-setting sprinter in a push to legalize electric scooters in New York.

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