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This Is New York

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This is the city’s story and every day it’s different. Our reporters see unique things that make their neighborhoods great. This blog is for those moments that make you scratch your head, celebrate, or gripe to your coworker about how, for better or worse, "This is New York."    

Williamsburg »

A Williamsburg tattoo artist confirms she charged $250 to put the amazing animal onto someone's calf.

Park Slope »

The NYC Emergency Management Department unveiled a new super hero to teach kids about disaster prep.

St. George »

Lawyer Dalia Zaza agreed to take on Anthony Davino's case in exchange for electrical work.

Downtown Brooklyn »

Local sculptor Hank Willis Thomas will create a permanent installation on Tillary Street.

TriBeCa »

To celebrate 'Back to the Future' Day, take a free, 15-minute ride in the (non-time traveling) car.

Flushing »

Chicago is on the verge of being eliminated on the day they were supposed to win it all.

Bushwick »

Washington, D.C. native Pablo Medina is raising money to create a typeface called Bushwick.

Upper West Side »

Hit up these spots before the rest of the city discovers them.

Inwood »

Some dishes once served by NYC restaurants have vanished from menus. Others are no longer recognizable.

Greenwich Village »

Pharrell Williams is this year's artist-in-residence at the Tisch School of the Arts.

Midtown »

The official "Star Wars" trailer; "Gilmore Girls" could make a come back; McDonald's gray burger.

Flushing »

New York City dogs and cats share their owners' allegiance to the team and are dressed accordingly.

Crown Heights »

A new company, Common, opened its 19-bedroom "community-driven" residence in Crown Heights this week.

Midtown »

Here is a list of bars to watch the Amazins in case you haven't scored tickets to the playoffs.