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Different Ways to Mark Christmas in New York

December 26, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

REPORTER: It's a well-known, unofficial tradition for Jews to fill the city's Chinese restaurants and movie theaters on Christmas. We found Elise and Ari Beliak at Buddha Bodai on Mott Street, which....

Volunteers Distribute Winter Coats

December 26, 2007

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REPORTER: Ariel Zwang, the executive director of New York Cares, says this month's collection efforts are way behind last years'. ZWANG: I'm sorry to say that we actually need extra help this year t....

2,500 Hungry Expected at Brooklyn Feast

December 25, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

REPORTER: Later today, at the Prospect Park YMCA, an estimated 2,500 hungry New Yorkers will sit down for a multi-course dinner, served by more than 200 volunteers. Lee Perlman, a hospital administr....

Final Ground Zero Midnight Mass

December 24, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

The first midnight mass at ground zero happened while workers were still clearing away the debris of the fallen twin towers and recovering bodies from the September 11th terrorist attack. The last i....

Preparations Underway for Christmas Feasts

December 24, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

While some New Yorkers have left town for vacation and others are preparing for a not-so-white Christmas in the city, some residents are putting the finishing touches on meals for the needy, to be se....

Smooth Start for Christmas Travel

December 24, 2007

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As last-minute travelers head for their destinations this Christmas Eve, it seems to be a smooth ride for most. REPORTER: Jesse Conrad from Tampa, Florida, was at Penn Station this morning for her t....

Uncertain Outcome for Family Leave Bill

December 24, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

The fate of legislation that would make New Jersey the 3rd state to let workers take paid family leave remains uncertain. The measure - which would let employees take up to 10 weeks of paid leave to....

Inspectors Keep An Eye on New Jersey Toys

December 24, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

Consumer Affairs inspectors in New Jersey have taken a proactive approach to toy safety this season. They're conducting random tests for lead inside stores and spot-checking shelves to be sure recal....

Javits Expansion Turns Into Renovation

December 21, 2007

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The proposal to expand the Javits Convention Center has to be scaled back by 75%. That's according to state economic development officials who blame former Governor Pataki for hiding costs. The down....

City Schools Placed on State “Naughty” List

December 21, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

The state Education Department has placed more elementary and middle schools on its list of schools needing improvement. This brings the total to 444 out of New York's 1,000 K-8 schools. Sixty-one l....

Tough Financial Year Ends With Large Bonuses

December 21, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

This might be one of Wall Street's worst years in a decade. But, that hasn't stopped bonus checks from rising an average of 14%. Four of the biggest U.S. investment banks will pay out more than $49 ....

Judge Fights for Pay Increase

December 20, 2007

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REPORTER: Kaye says she'll file a lawsuit if the increase isn't approved, but that she'd rather avoid this if possible. KAYE: We're now on the first day of the 10th year that Judges have absolutely ....

New Contract Ratified by Drivers

December 20, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

Access-A-Ride drivers have approved a settlement deal, ending a 10 day walkout that left many disabled riders without affordable transportation. The chief negotiator for the Paratransit Operators Co....

Public Library Begins Overdue Cleaning

December 20, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

The New York Public Library's main building in midtown will be undergoing a three year restoration of its facade, stairs and plaza. The $50 million project is expected to be completed in time for th....

Adirondacks Land Up for Sale

December 20, 2007

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The Adirondack Council says the timberlands contain forests and streams that are part of the northwest flow into the Saint Lawrence River. It wants the Department of Environmental Conservation to ac....

Verdict Favors “Sopranos” Creator

December 20, 2007

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After deliberating for just 90 minutes, jurors yesterday dismissed Robert Baer's allegations. They found the aspiring writer and former prosecutor wasn't owed anything for help he provided while Cha....

Airlines Aim to Halt "Bill of Rights"

December 19, 2007

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The airline industry was in an Albany court yesterday trying to stop a New York "passenger bill of rights" from becoming law in two weeks. REPORTER: The bill would require airlines to provide food, ....

Drivers Vote on New Contract

December 19, 2007

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Striking Access-A-Ride van drivers will vote today on a new contract to end their week-long strike. The tentative agreement was reached Monday. The parties have agreed not to discuss the proposed de....

Landmark Status for Brooklyn Neighborhood

December 19, 2007

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The Brooklyn neighborhood known as DUMBO or "Down Under The Manhattan Bridge" is now the city's 90th historic district. The Landmark's Preservation Commission has voted unanimously to give special s....

Magna Carta Bid Falls Short of Expectations

December 19, 2007

by WNYC Newsroom

A 710-year-old copy of the Magna Carta has been sold at auction for $21.3 million. The document is dated 1297 and is the version of the declaration of human rights that became part of English law. I....

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