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How to avoid and survive dangerous rip currents at NYC's beaches
The sea off the coast of Coney Island and the city's other beaches can be menacing.The drowning of two Brooklyn teens at Jacob Riis Park in Rockaway last month served as a reminder of how to respond if...
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Summer weather is perfect storm for wildfires in NY and NJ this July 4
Wildfires nearly double around July 4, authorities in New Jersey and New York say.Wildfires spike dramatically over Independence Day. [ more › ]
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How NJ's congressmembers hope to end to NJ Transit, Amtrak meltdowns
People move through Moynihan Train Hall a day before the 4th of July holiday in New York City.Riders keep getting stuck as train equipment and overhead lines get snarled. [ more › ]
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How to stop your dog from freaking out during the July 4 fireworks
The jury is still out on whether to give your dog CBD gummies to calm them down during the fireworks.CBD gummies, weighted shirts and treats galore: Here are some tips for easing your dogs anxiety over...
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Miki Sudo sets new record at Coney Island Hot Dog Eating Contest
Sudo is the first woman to break the "50-dog threshold." [ more › ]
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NYC COVID cases up 250% in 2 months — and this variant's harder to duck
Coronavirus cases have been climbing in New York for the last several weeks.The increases is driven by the new FLiRT variant. [ more › ]
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The new king of Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest? Chicagoan Pat Bertoletti
It was the first competition without Joey Chestnut in years. [ more › ]
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Effort to restore NY Harbor's oyster population encounters problem: They keep...
The Billion Oyster Project's eponymous goal will not be easy to achieve.When Henry Hudson first sailed the river that would bear his name, he described an immense bounty of oysters, with some as large...
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New program gives NYC's youth cash to prevent homelessness
The payments, which range from $600 to $9,000, are aimed at keeping young people out of the shelter system.The payments can range from $600 to $9,000 to help young people on the brink of homelessness....
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11 people want to be NJ's next congressmember. That's bad news for party...
A man casts his ballot at polling station during New Jersey's primary election in 2016.They're vying to replace the late Rep. Donald Payne in New Jersey's 10th Congressional District, which includes...
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NYPD: NJ man charged with drunk driving after 3 killed in July 4th LES crash
The driver of a gray Ford F-150 crashed into a park on July 4th killing 3 people, police said.Responding officers say they smelled alcohol on the driver [ more › ]
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Don’t hold your breath for better NJ Transit commutes at Penn Station
Commuters wait for a train at Pennsylvania StationNJ Transit and Amtrak promised rider they would do a better job working together. We have bad news: a real fix isn’t likely coming until the late...
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NYPD: Queens suspect dead after being shot by police during domestic stabbing
The apartment building on 94th Avenue near Sutphin Boulevard in Jamaica where the incident took place.Police said the man was holding a knife to his father's throat when they shot him. The suspect's...
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NYC just made it easier for people to change their name in court
A view of The Office of the City Clerk on 80 Centre Street in Lower Manhattan.The agreement follows complaint from a teen who wanted to change their name to match their gender identity. [ more › ]
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Early Addition: Are you a cat-on-a-leash person?
Because it's a divisive topic, here are early links: NY state owes millions in water bills, the rise of romantasy, Threads' one-year anniversary, and more from around the city and internet. [ more › ]
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NYC’s July 4th fireworks are partly responsible for Friday's bad air quality
Thursday night's fireworks spectacle caused air pollution to spikeParticulate matter pollution spiked last night. Thanks, America. [ more › ]
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Get ready for hot and sticky weather in NYC this weekend with a chance of rain
Don’t cancel your plans just yet. [ more › ]
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Queens' Rockaway trauma hospital could open in next few years
Advocates for a new trauma center hold up signs at a rally in Far Rockaway in June.The new city budget includes $50 million for the hospital, and Mayor Adams says he's committed to seeing it through. [...
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These NYC libraries will resume Sunday service starting July 14
The Stavros Niarchos research library in Midtown Manhattan will be among the first branches to resume Sunday service.The return of Sunday service comes after the City Council and Mayor Eric Adams...
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Extra Extra: The 9/11 Museum is now offering New Yorkers free admission once...
Because New Yorkers get free access on the first Monday of every month, here are your evening links: air conditioners have a new look, and so does Abercrombie, new shark protections from Gov. Hochul,...
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