Gowanus Canal, Polluted for Many Decades, May Become Superfund Site

Apr. 9, 2009

A waterway in Brooklyn that retains the pollution caused by industries long gone may get federal funds for cleanup.

STD's found in Brooklyn canal

NEW YORK, Oct. 4 (UPI) -- A New York City College of Technology biologist released a report Thursday finding the Gowanus Canal in Brooklyn tested positive for gonorrhea contamination.

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Lori Anne Madison, 6, competes in Scripps National Spelling Bee

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Lori Anne Madison, 6, of Woodbridge, Virginia, spells out the letters in her word as she competes during the opening round of the Scripps National Spelling Bee, May 30, 2012, in National Harbor, Maryland. Madison, the youngest known qualifier in the history of the contest, correctly spelled the word "dirigible*", a lighter-than-air aircraft, to advance. UPI/Mike Theiler

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Gowanus Canal, Polluted for Many Decades, May Become Superfund Site

STD's found in Brooklyn canal