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Chestnut, Sudo reclaim Nathan’s crowns in scorching Fourth of July frank-fest • Brooklyn Paper
Joey Chestnut celebrates after winning the men’s division of the Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Championship with 66 hot dogs and buns on Saturday, July 4. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud On a scorching Fourth of July in Coney Island, Joey Chestnut and Miki Sudo once again relished the spotlight, devouring the competition and reclaiming their Nathan’s…
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Attorney General sues Bensonhurst pet store for violating Puppy Mill Ban • Brooklyn Paper
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced Wednesday that she has sued Quality Canines Inc., which operates as Puppy Boutique in Bensonhurst, for allegedly illegally advertising and selling hundreds of puppies in violation of the Puppy Mill Pipeline Act. The lawsuit seeks to immediately halt the company’s sale of dogs. The landmark legislation was signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul in…
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Hochul details plans for NYC’s massive week-long 4th of July celebration
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Sunday plans for the massive 4th of July celebration that will take over NYC this week, with the largest parade of tall ships ever assembled as the centerpiece of the historic occasion marking America’s 250th birthday. Hochul joined NYC, U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard officials, along with reps from Sail4th 250, the organization leading…
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Marcus Semien injury: Mets 2B to IL with left hip flexor strain
Jun 24, 2026; New York City, New York, USA; New York Mets second baseman Marcus Semien (10) turns a double play during the sixth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images Bad teams have bad luck, and for the Mets, an injury to Marcus Semien has further added to an avalanche of…
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Mamdani moves to protect workers from extreme heat, but private-sector reach is unclear
Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order Monday directing city agencies to expand protections for workers exposed to extreme heat, an effort City Hall described as the first initiative of its kind in New York City history. The order calls for multilingual heat-safety guidance for outdoor and indoor workers, heat illness prevention plans for city employees and contractors, a review…
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Rep. Ritchie Torres secures $3.15M to replace aging pipes at Concourse Village – Bronx Times
U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres announced Friday that he has secured $3.15 million in federal funding to replace aging domestic water and waste pipes at Concourse Village, a major affordable housing development in the South Bronx. The investment will fund a massive overhaul of deteriorating water and sewer infrastructure throughout the development, which has experienced reocurring flooding, water damage and service…
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Serena Williams to make Wimbledon return as doubles wild card alongside Venus
Serena Williams, right, and Venus Williams, celebrate during their first-round doubles match against Lucie Hradecká and Linda Nosková, of the Czech Republic at the US Open in 2022. AP Photo/Frank Franklin II Serena Williams will return to Wimbledon action for the first time in four years later this month when she appears alongside her sister Venus as a doubles wildcard. …
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KNICKS FEVER: Three big watch parties planned as New York looks to clinch first NBA championship in 53 years tonight
Knicks fans rejoice at an NBA Finals Game 4 watch party in Queens on June 10, 2026. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud All of New York City is on the edge of glory as the Knicks play Game 5 of the NBA Finals in San Antonio against the Spurs tonight, needing just one more win to clinch the team’s first NBA…
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Brooklyn Bar Association welcomes new president, officers and trustees during installation ceremony
The Brooklyn Bar Association held its annual induction ceremony on Tuesday to welcome its new officers and trustees. Photo by Ramy Mahmoud The Brooklyn Bar Association held its annual induction ceremony on Tuesday to welcome its newly elected officers and trustees. The event was held at the association’s headquarters, located at 123 Remsen St. in Brooklyn Heights. Arthur Aidala served…
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New York politicians demand answers over Trump’s Penn Station ‘closed door’ deals
Congress Member Jerry Nadler and fellow New York elected officials railed on Sunday against President Donald Trump’s federal takeover of Penn Station. The Trump administration announced last month a plan to completely redesign the iconic Big Apple transit hub, pledging some $8 billion. While MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said he was “excited” about the prospect, as long as…
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