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Spider-Man’s newest flick creates super economic boon for state
The Marvel superhero’s latest adventure is the largest movie ever to film in the Empire State.
Bushwick, Williamsburg, Fort Greene get new tourism spotlight
The mayor is putting the spotlight on Brooklyn’s growing neighborhoods for foreign visitors.
Superstorm Sandy cost cops $84.8 million in overtime: Kelly
New York’s Finest went beyond the call of duty during the hurricane but it came with a huge price tag.
Soda ban put on hold as judge rules against Health Department
Just when big soda looked like it was going to go the way of the dodo in the Big Apple, a judge put a stop to the mayor’s controversial plan.
Bloomberg celebrates decade of 311 service
Mayor Bloomberg celebrated the city’s 311 service with a big party at its Financial Center offices.
New Yorkers and businesses gear up for soda ban
Ready or not here comes the soda ban. Although some New Yorkers are still on the fence about the new regulation, many have already begun cut the fizz out.
Bleecker Bob’s to be replaced by new store in June
The clock is ticking for the Village’s beloved music joint.
‘SimCity’ fans hit brick wall with online problems
Gamers were anything but entertained after technical glitches prevented them from playing the latest version of the hit PC game.
Williamsburg Domino factory to get new face-lift
The Williamsburg water front that’s formerly the site of a sugar factory will become the city’s new hotspot.
Suspect sought in Williamsburg hit and run
The NYPD has new info on the person who allegedly crashed his car into a cab, killing couple and ultimately their baby.
Community leaders dissect city’s mixed crime changes since 2001
The city has seen a major drop in crime as a whole, but each neighborhood has its own story.
Fashion’s Night Out canceled for the fall Fashion Week
Fashion Week’s flagship event won’t be happening this year due to a booming economy, organizers said.
NY real estate strong despite dip in sales price index: Experts
The Big Apple was the only city in the nation that saw a dip in home sale prices, but that’s not a problem.
City’s tourism wing heads to Europe to promote outer-boros
The city’s tourism wing will be in Germany to launch its new initiative to bring people to New York’s diamonds in the rough.
Gillibrand, Schumer fight to save 9/11 health bill funding
The city’s congressional delegation said they won’t let Sept. 11 heroes down when it comes to Zadroga funding.
Woman slashed by boyfriend with cleaver: Cops
Quick thinking firefighters came to the rescue of a woman who was the victim of a domestic violence attack in Chinatown.
Mayor pushes for outer borough emphasis in tourism promotion
The city wants to expand tourism to the parts of the city that aren’t the top hotspots.
Some school bus workers axed on first day back since strike
Life may have returned to normal for more than 100,000 kids who relied on school buses, but for some drivers it was the end of the line.
City bill would ensure safety during Sandy rebuilding
The city made sure that any one who has to storm proof their home in light of the hurricane does so safely.