Slutty Vegan + Pot-Smoking Squatter | NYC Week In Review

NEW YORK CITY — Electeds took to social media this week to share video of testy altercations with pot-smoking squatters, accuse campaign opponents of violence and electioneering, and denounce endorsements from Donald Trump.

It was that kind of week.

The good news? There's a dolphin at the end of this round-up.

Read It Here First | Patch Exclusives

Man Who Fatally Beat BK Dog Still Roams Prospect Park, Locals Say

A man who beat Moose the dog with a stick earlier this month has been seen several times, raising safety concerns among park-goers.

Misinformation Roils Queens Senate Race With Voting Underway

A business-friendly PAC placed a false advertisement in Western Queens's hard-fought State Senate race, sparking outrage from rivals.

Eli Zabar Is No NIMBY, Lawyers Tell Upper East Side Shelter Defenders

The restaurateur insists his opposition to the Yorkville Safe Haven shelter centers on its construction plans. Advocates aren't buying it.

Twitter Elect | Political News

Video: Bayside Council Member Exchanges Curses With Pot-Smoking 'Squatter'

Claims Of Armed Threats, Shoving Mar Harlem State Senate Race

Goldman Rejects Donald Trump's Unexpected Endorsement In D-10 Race

Dine And Em-Dash | Restaurant News

• Slutty Vegan Announces September Opening Of Fort Greene Outpost
• Harlem's Newest Restaurant Row Opening: Rosa Pizza
• Deserted NYC Outdoor Dining Sheds Will Be Demolished, Mayor Says
• Upper West Side Food Openings: Made In NY Pizza, Haven, Cookie Spot

Swim With The Dolphins

Dolphins Swim With Hudson River Kayaker Near Upper West Side: VIDEO

"Close encounters of the best kind," Habiba Hussain wrote on Instagram after kayaking upon at least three dolphins in the Hudson River.