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Pearl Found In Oyster At Grand Central Restaurant: Report

The New Jersey man thought a tooth fell out before realizing he was chowing down on a precious gem.

Mandarin Duck Spotted In Prospect Park

The fanciest duck in New York City was spotted among some ordinary quackers in Prospect Park over the weekend.

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Holland Tunnel Holiday Decor To Change Amid Controversy

More than 21,000 commuters voted on how the Port Authority should rearrange the awkward decorations.

Man Dumps Malnourished Cat In Bucket Near Animal Shelter

A starving cat was abandoned in a bucket near a Lower Manhattan animal shelter Thursday.

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Scooters Will Save L Train Riders, Scooter Company Says

Using scooters during the L train shutdown will save time and help the environment, a study released by Bird concluded.

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