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May 17 in History: The First Televised Sporting Event

May 1 in History: Empire State Building Officially Opens

Adventures in Old New York

Manhattan's historic neighborhoods, secret spots, and colorful characters, from the hosts of the "Bowery Boys" podcast

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In the original 1930s planning stages, the BQE was to be called the BQCH — the Brooklyn-Queens Connecting Highway

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Bargain-Priced 2-Bed in a Gated Community

West Farms 1-Bed Brings Bright Light and a Neighborhood Zoo for $1,425

Live a Bright Life in Ocean Hill for Less Than $2K Per Month

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A guide to the maps, signs, and ferry schedules that you need to navigate New York

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