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​Vaccine Saved 250K New Yorkers From COVID | NYC Roundup

Here are the must-read Patch NYC stories for Wednesday, July 14.

The data also shows that over 98 percent of COVID-related cases, hospitalizations, and deaths in NY this year were in unvaccinated people.
The data also shows that over 98 percent of COVID-related cases, hospitalizations, and deaths in NY this year were in unvaccinated people. (NYC Mayor's Office)

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

Vaccine Saved 250K New Yorkers From COVID, Analysis Shows

The data also shows that over 98 percent of COVID-related cases, hospitalizations and deaths in NY this year were in unvaccinated people.

Brooklyn Journalist Targeted In Iranian Kidnapping Plot: Feds

Four people who led an elaborate plot to kidnap Masih Alinejad, who has been critical of the Iran government, were charged on Tuesday.

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Dirt Bikers Shoot Motorist In Head On Wash Heights-Bronx Bridge

A man was driving between the Heights and The Bronx when he was surrounded by bikers, shot, and dragged from his car, police said.

Artist Who Left Hearts On NYC Streets Mourned By Friends And Fans

Friends and family gathered to remember Hesh Halper, an artist who drew chalk hearts on New York City's sidewalks and walls.

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SEE IT: 'Running Of The Goats' Returns To NYC

It was a majestic scene Wednesday in Morningside Heights as 24 goats scampered into Riverside Park in front of a cheering crowd.

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