Day: August 12, 2026
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6 hurt after flames tear through Queens home, firefighters say
Six people are hurt after a fire broke out at a home in the Woodhaven section of Queens early Wednesday morning, firefighters said. Six people are hurt after a fire…
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Is this the luckiest store to buy lottery tickets at in New Jersey?
Lottery officials in New Jersey say the state punches above its weight class when it comes to winners. The numbers back it up. Workers at a convenience store in Edison…
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10 Best Free Kids & Family Activities in NYC: Aug 12-18
Planning a week of fun in NYC on a budget? Explore our top 10 free family events from Jan 7–13, featuring Pokémon academies, STEM workshops, and Bronx Museum art-making. We…
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‘BYO Hot Sauce’: Senior Centers Struggle With Mandatory Plant-Based Meals
Bingo bribes and personal horseradish accompany vegan-friendly service at New York senior centers. Find our journalism more easily when you are searching for local coverage. Every Tuesday, the Encore Aging…
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Manhattan Family Court Judge Jonathan Shim charted a circuitous route to finding his calling, and making ‘impact on people’s lives’
Manhattan Family Court Judge Jonathan Shim candidly told a group of state court system interns on Wednesday that he ended up in his career because it’s the Manhattan Family Court…
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