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NYC Restaurants Ordered Closed August 23 - August 30
Only seven restaurants closed in New York City.
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David Luces, Patch Staff
- New York City, NY
I cover New York City for Patch as a local editor after a brief stint covering Brooklyn. Previously, I've worked as a breaking news reporter for the Staten Island Advance and before that I covered local news on Long Island.
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NYC Open Streets Will Expand To 71 Schools: NYC DOT
Open Streets for schools will enhance safety for kids, help facilitate smoother pick-ups and drop-offs for parents and guardians.
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Queens, NY|News|
Man Sexually Assaulted Girl, 9, Kidnapped Her From Queens Supermarket
The man forced the victim to perform a lewd act in his vehicle, then drove her back to the store.
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New York City|News|
NYC Labor Day Weekend Travel: Here's What To Know
NYC buses will be running on a regular weekend schedule, Saturday and Sunday. On Monday, they’ll run on a Sunday schedule.
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State Grants Will Aid In 5 NYC Swimming Pools Renovations
The funds, part of the New York Statewide Investment in More Swimming program, will help renovate five swimming pools in the city.
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Queens, NY|News|
Motorcyclist Falls Off Queens Bridge After Out-Of-Control Crash: NYPD
The motorcyclist was transported to Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, in critical condition, police said.
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New York City|News|
Mayor Adams Delays School Cell Phone Ban, 'We're Not There Yet'
City officials were exploring a number of options, including collecting devices at the start of the day.
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Across New York, NY|News|
Investment Scams Using AI-Videos Are Targeting New Yorkers: NY AG
These AI-manipulated videos, known as deepfakes, often appear in social media feeds, digital ads, and messaging apps.
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New York City|News|
Group Beats 66-Year-Old Man With Fire Extinguisher, 5 Suspects Wanted
The individuals used a fire extinguisher to strike the victim in the head, police said.
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New York City|News|
2 Firefighters Injured In 2-Alarm Blaze At NYC Diner: FDNY
Officials said 106 firefighters and EMS personnel responded to the scene. Within 20 minutes, the blaze was upgraded to a two-alarm fire.
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Queens, NY|News|
60 FDNY Firefighters Battle Queens Barge Fire
The fire broke out on a barge near a scrapyard in Long Island City, officials said.
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Queens, NY|News|
Duo Knocks Out Man In Queens, Steal Sneakers And Cash: Police
The incident happened on July 22 in front of 35-59 Junction Boulevard, police said.
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New York City|News|
Park Avenue Will Be Redesigned To Be Safer With More Green Space
This effort comes as the city continues to advance its vision to permanently reimagine Fifth Avenue as a safer, less congested, pedestrian
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Ex-NYPD Cop Gets 27 Years For Brooklyn Love Triangle Shooting
The former police officer had recently broken up with Jamie Liang prior to the deadly incident, prosecutors said.
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NYC Weather: Extreme Heat Expected Today, Heat Index Up To 100
The combination of heat and humidity will make the air feel like 100 degrees, according to the NWS.
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Police Release New Footage In Hopes Of Solving Bronx Cold Case Murder
Maria Rosado, 37, was found fatally shot in the head inside a car in the vicinity of East 170 Street and College Avenue on August 27, 2022.
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Woman Raped By NYC Corrections Officer Posing As TV Producer: DA
On March 26, 2024, the victim arrived at Martin’s home expecting to meet other producers and prospective cast members.
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Queens, NY|News|
Woman, 76, Pushed To The Ground In Unprovoked Attack: Police
The incident happened on Aug. 6 near 63 Street and Queens Boulevard, police said.
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New York City|News|
Dog Thrown Down Trash Chute At NYC NYCHA Complex: NYPD
The dog was at the Governor Alfred E. Smith NYCHA complex on South Street inside a compacter in building 180, police said.
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Queens, NY|News|
Man, 20, Fatally Struck By Train In Queens: NYPD
The 20-year-old victim was pronounced dead at the scene, police said.
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