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Also: A man was found dead inside a parked SUV in Glendale, police said. | A public toilet pilot will be installed at an Astoria playground.

Paul Verite stands accused of torturing a Boston Terrier puppy to the point where the dog could not stand or walk, prosecutors said.
Paul Verite stands accused of torturing a Boston Terrier puppy to the point where the dog could not stand or walk, prosecutors said. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)

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Forest Hills Man Accused Of Fatally Torturing Puppy Charged: DA

Paul Verite stands accused of torturing a Boston Terrier puppy to the point where the dog could not stand or walk, prosecutors said.

Pickleball Club To Open In Long Island City Amid Sport Craze

CityPickle, a pickleball club that opened temporary spots last year, will open permanently at The Woodworks at 9-03 44th Road.

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Man Found Dead Inside Parked SUV In Glendale: Police

The man was found sitting inside the vehicle with stab wounds to the torso at the corner of Woodhaven Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue.

Public Toilet Pilot To Be Installed In Astoria Hoyt Playground

The metal-encased Portland Loo toilet, developed by an Oregon-based company, will be planted at the playground as early as this summer.

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CVS Pharmacy In College Point To Shutter In Spring

The pharmacy located at 132-22 14th Avenue will shutter on April 5, 2023, according to a company spokesperson.

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