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Letters With Swastikas and 'MAGA' Sent to 7 Shops, Israeli Consulate: NYPD

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Letters With Swastikas and 'MAGA' Sent to 7 Shops, Israeli Consulate: NYPD

The letters reached Jewish-owned stores in Borough Park, a Harlem Starbucks and the Israeli consulate.


Student Stabbed in Front of Flatbush High School, Officials Say

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Student Stabbed in Front of Flatbush High School, Officials Say

The 19-year-old was attacked near the school after dismissal, police said. 

Brooklyn Teacher Nabbed for Sexually Abusing Student for Months, NYPD Says

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Brooklyn Teacher Nabbed for Sexually Abusing Student for Months, NYPD Says

Public school teacher Mervyn Affoon, 65, was arrested on sex abuse charges Tuesday, the NYPD said. 

10 Percent of All NYC Students Are Homeless During School Year, Study Says

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10 Percent of All NYC Students Are Homeless During School Year, Study Says

The number of homeless students rose 5 percent from the previous year, city statistics show.

Loose Bull Corralled and Captured on Prospect Park Ball Field

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Loose Bull Corralled and Captured on Prospect Park Ball Field

The cow was taken to Animal Care & Control on Linden Boulevard Tuesday afternoon.

Third-Party Council Candidate Gets Big Endorsement Over Flatbush Incumbent

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Third-Party Council Candidate Gets Big Endorsement Over Flatbush Incumbent

Reform Party candidate Brian Cunningham is challenging City Councilmember Mathieu Eugene in Flatbush.

VIDEO: 'Feisty' Runaway Bull Finds New Home at N.J. Animal Sanctuary

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VIDEO: 'Feisty' Runaway Bull Finds New Home at N.J. Animal Sanctuary

The Brahman steer, dubbed "Shankar," landed at Skylands Animal Sanctuary in Wantage, N.J.

Meet the 29-Year-Old Harvard Grad Running for Congress in Brooklyn

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Meet the 29-Year-Old Harvard Grad Running for Congress in Brooklyn

First-time candidate Adem Bunkeddeko will challenge Rep. Yvette Clarke for her central Brooklyn seat.


PHOTOS: The Spookiest Halloween Decorations In NYC

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PHOTOS: The Spookiest Halloween Decorations In NYC

Skeletons, spider webs and sinister-looking crows are taking over the city's stoops and fences.

Full Prospect Park Driving Ban to Begin in New Year, Mayor Says

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Full Prospect Park Driving Ban to Begin in New Year, Mayor Says

Vehicles have been prohibited on the west side of the park for the past two years.

NYC Rents Are Still High, But Price Growth Slows to a Crawl, Report Finds

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NYC Rents Are Still High, But Price Growth Slows to a Crawl, Report Finds

North Brooklyn, including Williamsburg and Greenpoint, saw a decline in rent rates, StreetEasy found.

De Blasio Says Affordable Housing Plan Will Grow By 50 Percent [GOTHAMIST]

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De Blasio Says Affordable Housing Plan Will Grow By 50 Percent [GOTHAMIST]

The mayor announced the revamped plan at an East Flatbush supportive housing complex.

City Offers $250M to Mitchell-Lama Complexes — If They Stay Affordable

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City Offers $250M to Mitchell-Lama Complexes — If They Stay Affordable

Fund can be used by buildings that agree to remain in the affordable housing program for 20 years. 

City Planning Approves Bedford-Union Armory Plan as 2 Protesters Arrested

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City Planning Approves Bedford-Union Armory Plan as 2 Protesters Arrested

Two people were arrested protesting the project before the commission voted 11 to one to approve it.

PHOTOS: Nitehawk's Prospect Park Renovation Reveals Vaudeville Stage

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PHOTOS: Nitehawk's Prospect Park Renovation Reveals Vaudeville Stage

Catwalks, balconies, a secret staircase and elaborate ceiling panels were uncovered at the theater.






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