The resident reached out to the city’s sanitation department after realizing they had accidentally thrown out their grandmother’s platinum and diamond wedding rings. Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today The New York equivalent to a wild goose chase may involve tailing a garbage truck, in hopes you can relocate.
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The resident reached out to the city’s sanitation department after realizing they had accidentally thrown out their grandmother’s platinum and diamond wedding rings. Make your contribution now and help Gothamist thrive in 2026. Donate today The New York equivalent to a wild goose chase may involve tailing a garbage truck, in hopes you can relocate.
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