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For 4th straight year, part of the East River esplanade remains shut due to construction
In March, 2022, construction began on the Hospital for Special Surgery's Kellen tower. A locked gate blocks access to the ...
NYC’s East River Esplanade closed for fourth summer in a row as residents rage over never-ending construction: ‘Embarrassment to New York’
Residents were originally on board with the esplanade’s closure back in 2021 when the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) ...
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NYC fireworks displays 2025: Where to go to enjoy the show
Firework shows are coming to New York City for the Fourth of July. Check out a few more local spots where you can see some ...
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NYC Kids, Get Ready to Play: East River Park's Renovation is a Game-Changer
After four years of construction, one of New York City’s most beloved waterfront parks has finally fully reopened—and it's ...
The 11 Absolute Best Places to Watch the Fireworks in NYC
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3 bodies pulled from NYC's East River, including missing 15-year-old girl
Three bodies were pulled from New York City's East River this weekend. Police said they are from unrelated incidents. Police said one victim has been identified as 15-year-old Graceline Ilogene, of ...
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Family of boy found dead in East River is considering suing NYC, representatives say
The mother hung up in disbelief, and the 911 dispatcher never followed up with her, McCall said. Instead, she used her own resources to try to track down the boy’s father, including calling his family ...