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Scam City

In a crowded piazza, we watched a man give directions to another who tried to make sense of his map. Once the tourist was now confidently on his way, the local was confidently going through the tourist's wallet he'd procured.

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Photo of the Week: Freedom of Speech
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Welcome to The Neighborhood, Burger Heights

On July 2, Burger Heights held a friend and family pre-grand opening event. Burgers and fries were served, fountain drinks flowed (they carry Boylan by the bottle!), wine was passed around (not on the regular menu), all capped off with ice cream and milkshakes (gelato shakes to be exact) for dessert.

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Hot Time in New York City by the Hour

The summer months are notorious for hot, humid days and summer flings. No judgment. We're human. But in a city like NY where many live with roommates to save on rent, where do you go for a rendezvous where you don't have to scream into a pillow risking asphyxiation?

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Photo of the Week: Uncovered Street Art
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Weird New Yorkers and Conventional Midwesterners
Photo of the Week: Glory Days of Ladies Mile
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Lower Manhattan Tuesdays