A Manhattan criminal court judge didn’t enforce the maximum punishment against the Occupy Wall Street protester.
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Fleet Week in NYC: Military, city prepare big bash
Fleet Week’s “leap year” disappointed a lot of New Yorkers and armed service members, but businesses aim to counter that with this bigger celebrations this year.
reBar owner charged with tax fraud
The owner of a defunct Brooklyn bar faced a judge for his alleged tax schemes that helped to bring the establishment to an end.
Etsy expands, to open new DUMBO office
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Downtown community looks back at Ground Zero rebuild efforts
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Cecily McMillan convicted in assault on NYPD officer
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New York Public Library revises plans to renovate main branch
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Former NYPD officer, arrested for alleged anti-Semitic messages in Brooklyn
A former member of New York’s finest allegedly was behind a major hate crime in Borough Park, according to investigators.
‘The Amazing Spider-Man 2’ paves the way for more NYC blockbusters
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Free Wi-Fi hot spots coming to city payphones
The city wants to collect ideas on how to bring payphones into the 21st century.
Vision Zero supporters voice their support for accident-reduction bills
Elected officials and safe traffic advocates pushed for better safety measures.
City agrees to 30 cent surcharge for cabs to pay for accessible taxis
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New York’s tech industry leads city in job growth: Report
Tech is really booming in the Big Apple.
NYU Langone reopens ER following months of repair from Sandy
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Sandy recovery plan from de Blasio updated to speed up aid
The mayor released an updated timeline on Sandy recovery plans.
Tavern on the Green’s comeback set to leave a positive mark on city
The resurrection of the Central Park staple might send positive ripple effects that will help businesses on the brink.
World’s Fair 50th anniversary brings renewed push for Pavilion restoration
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De Blasio, Chirlane McCray get candid on ‘The View’
The city’s first couple opened up about a wide variety of topics on the popular ABC daytime talk show.
New York runners ready to make Boston stronger for marathon
Big Apple runners said they want to help Boston send a message to the world: The runner’s spirit can never be killed