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What Happened in New York This Week: 9 Stories You Need to Read

By Trevor Kapp | November 14, 2014 1:58pm
 Here are nine of the biggest stories from across the city this week.
Week in Review: Nov. 10-14
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MIDTOWN — The doctor diagnosed with Ebola last month was released from Bellevue Hospital, Mayor Bill de Blasio missed a ceremony honoring victims of Flight 587 and blamed it on a "rough night," and police are still hunting two robbers who made off with thousands of dollars worth of gems. Those were just some of the top stories in the city this week.

Here’s a look back:

Dr. Craig Spencer Released From Bellevue After Beating Ebola

The doctor who contracted Ebola while trying to aid those inflicted with the deadly virus in West Africa was released from Bellevue Hospital Tuesday with a clean bill of health, after a weekslong battle with the disease. The recovered Craig Spencer encouraged people to turn their attention to West Africa, where his colleagues are still working to fight the outbreak.

Police Hunt 2 Robbers in Diamond District Heist

A pair of robbers pistol-whipped a jewelry merchant and grabbed a handful of gems during a robbery in the Diamond District Tuesday afternoon. One thief posed as a deliveryman to gain access through a security door, while the other stood in the hallway as a lookout. The thieves were still at large as of Friday morning.

De Blasio Blames 'Rough Night' and Fog for Missing Flight 587 Ceremony

Habitually tardy Mayor Bill de Blasio was so late to the 13th anniversary ceremony of the crash of Flight 587 that he missed the ringing of the bell marking the moment of the tragedy. De Blasio initially blamed his late arrival on his boat getting stuck in the fog, but later admitted to having "a rough night” and feeling “really sluggish” that morning. Frustrated mourners took to social media to voice their disapproval. 

Charges Dropped Against Man Who Slapped Woman in Subway Brawl

A YouTube video surfaced this week of a straphanger clad in an 8-ball jacket slapping a woman who had been taunting him aboard an F train. A brawl broke out after Jorge Pena, 25, smacked 21-year-old Danay Howard in the face, but charges against Pena were later dropped when prosecutors said he acted in self-defense.

Brownstone Owner Mulls Renting Out Backyard Treehouse Through Airbnb

A Brooklyn father who built an epic treehouse in the backyard of his Carroll Gardens brownstone wants to rent out the leafy retreat for overnight stays on Airbnb. "I think people would enjoy it, the experience of coming to Brooklyn and staying in a tree,” owner Gennaro Brooks-Church said.

Hundreds Remember Uptown Baker Whose Generosity Knew No Bounds

The owner of two popular Uptown bakeries committed suicide on Tuesday, prompting an outpouring of grief from shocked friends, relatives and customers. Renee Mancino, 66, who was found dead inside of Washington Heights' Carrot Top Pastries, was remembered as a generous, funny member of the community.

PHOTOS: $1.4B Fulton Transit Hub Finally Opens

The long-awaited Fulton Center finally opened this week after years of delays. The $1.4 billion hub connects nine subway lines and serves about 300,000 travelers a day, according to the MTA.

Staten Island's 'Godfather' House Hits the Market for $2.895M

A Staten Island mansion used as the exterior of Vito Corleone’s house in “The Godfather” has hit the market for almost $2.9 million. The five-bedroom home has seven bathrooms, an English pub in the basement, a "man cave" with a game room, two offices and a gym.

Where You Can Eat and Drink Outdoors While Staying Warm

Temperatures are dropping, but there are still plenty of spots across the city to eat and drink outdoors while staying warm. DNAinfo New York has compiled a list of some of the best places to linger outdoors in the fall and winter.