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· 8h
NY appeals court temporarily blocks enforcement of Nassau County’s transgender ban
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman made national headlines with his attempts to ban transgender athletes.
The legal fight continues between the county government and civil rights groups attempting to permanently dissolve the ban. [ more › ]
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· 9h
State AG says 3 Long Island companies putting too much mercury in skin-lightening products
Skin lightening creams being tested for mercury
The Nassau County companies were found to be skirting the legal limit after investigators tested their products. [ more › ]
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· 12h
Extra Extra: Is the phone ban keeping NYC students from doing the #PeeChallenge?
Because over in New Jersey, it's an issue, here are your afternoon links: It'll get cooler tomorrow, the REI in SoHo is closing, Eric Adams drove his Prius on the sidewalk that one time and more. [ more › ]
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· 18h
NYC Council to weigh new cooling tower rules after deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak
Harlem Hospital, where one of the cooling towers linked to this summer’s deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak was located.
The Council's health committee will meet on Thursday to discuss a bill requiring monthly testing and disinfection following a Harlem outbreak that killed seven people. [ more › ]
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· 19h
Need child care in New York? The city’s teacher union wants to help you find your match.
Children from Bright Horizons daycare hold onto a cord as they walk outside in New York City to ensure they stay together with their group and supervisor.
The union launched a digital child care matchmaker for its members last year and is now rolling it out to the masses. [ more › ]
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· 20h
Voter turnout is plummeting in NJ’s cities. Both sides are vying for urban support.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli campaigns in Camden, New Jersey.
Republican Jack Ciattarelli and Democrat Mikie Sherrill are in the final sprint of what is likely to be a close election to be New Jersey’s next governor. [ more › ]
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Thursday night is ruined! Debate for NYC public advocate is off.
Public Advocate Jumaane Williams has raised $1.3 million in matching funds for his re-election campaign.
None of incumbent candidate Jumaane Williams' opponents qualified for the debate stage. [ more › ]
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The guy behind those ‘Friend’ ads in the subways is tired of talking to New Yorkers
The ad campaign for "Friend," a new AI companion," is all over NYC subways.
New Yorkers are taking note and even scribbling their own graffiti on the ads. Avi Schiffman, 22, says that's the point — but doesn't feel like talking to them. [ more › ]
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Judge upholds Nassau County’s ban on transgender athletes in women’s sports
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman signs an executive order.
A state court ruled that Nassau’s law does not violate New York’s civil rights protections. Civil liberties advocates plan to appeal. [ more › ]
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The 10 best places to eat on Greenwich Village's packed MacDougal Street
MacDougal Street in Manhattan's Greenwich Village.
There’s no shortage of great restaurants in Manhattan's Greenwich Village, but Robert Sietsema’s guide can help you choose the right one for your budget and mood. [ more › ]
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A new Alphabet City restaurant serves $125 meals for $15, if you choose
A sign outside the Community Kitchen offering options for menu prices.
The Community Kitchen is a nonprofit “sliding-scale” restaurant that aims to make quality meals accessible to anyone. [ more › ]
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