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NYC Marathon: Snapshots from West Harlem
“This is almost the 23rd mile, and this is when the runners need a lot more energy,” one supporter said. “This is when they need you.”
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NYC Marathon: East Harlem revelers hope to inspire runners
Brisk weather and a light drizzle of rain didn’t keep tens of thousands of runners from hitting the pavement and […]
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NYC Marathon: Snapshots from Park Slope
This is the part of the race where runners start to lose some of the initial nervousness and begin to start “hitting their stride.”
Slideshows•Special Reports
NYC Marathon: “Electrified” show at Bay Ridge greets runners
Bay Ridge Brooklyn’s The Third Rail Classic Rock Band from Pavement Pieces on Vimeo. Marathon runners passing the 4th avenue […]
News•Special Reports
9/11 Anniversary: Firefighters shut out of memorial service
Limited space has allowed only victims’ families to take part in the service/
Arts•Special Reports
9/11 Anniversary: Art therapy aids the sick
Their art offers them a creative release for the trauma they experienced on that horrific day and the health problems they continue to battle now.
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9/11 Anniversary: Memories of discarded shoes
For three local business owners working near the World Trade Center on September 11, shoes became a symbol ingrained in their experience and memory of that day.
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9/11 Anniversary: In the midst of loss, a friendship is born
Tight security and a heavy police presence surrounded New York City’s financial district, as thousands commemorated the 12th anniversary of […]
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9/11 Anniversary: Commemorative flags and baseball caps for sale
“We’re getting flack for selling stuff, but we’re not the Taliban,” said one vendor Anne Ellis.
Politics•Special Reports
NYC Primary: de Blasio is the clear winner, but a runoff looms
Whichever candidate wins the primary is likely to be elected NYC's next mayor in November and the city’s first Democratic leader in 20 years.