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30-acre NYC waterfront site set for development

Jun. 26, 2009
A 30-acre piece of Queens waterfront property is one step closer to development. New York City has acquired the land for $100 million. Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced the deal on Thursday. He said the Hunter's Point South development in Long Island City...
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NYC mayor cuts $4.76 billion in budget

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Memorial Day Ceremonies on the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum in New York
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American Military Service members and Veterans hold a 100 foot wide U.S. Flag for Memorial Day ceremonies at the Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum in New York City on May 28, 2012. UPI/John Angelillo