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Cicadas to Either Entirely Destroy, Or Ignore, New York City
Winged, screaming death to invade your life, home and mind this summer. Maybe.

Caitlin is a writer and editor who was born, raised and still resides in Gravesend, Brooklyn. She previously worked as a financial news reporter for Wall Street Letter, and has also written for publications including the New York Observer, DNAinfo.com, City A.M., The Daily Mail and TheCelebrityCafe.com.
She earned a B.A. in communications and journalism with a minor in history from Marist College in 2011, where she also served as the managing editor of The Circle, Marist College's weekly student newspaper.
Caitlin is very excited to return to work in the best borough in New York, and wants to hear from you. Email her questions, comments and tips at caitlin.nolan@patch.com, or call her at 1-917-232-0266.
Winged, screaming death to invade your life, home and mind this summer. Maybe.

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