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Exclusive: President Bush had controversial coronary CT-scan as routine screening leading to questionable stent

August 7, 2013- By Steven E. Greer, MD The press has reported extensively about President George W. Bush (The 43rd President) receiving a controversial coronary stent after a routine annual exam found a blockage in an unspecified coronary artery. A … Continue reading

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Former Stuyvesant principal mishandled cheating inquiry last year, report concludes

August 30, 2013- The NY Times reports that a Department of Education investigation concluded that the former principal of Stuyvesant High School, Stanley Teitel, mishandled the investigation into widespread cheating in his school. (more…)

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Another ferry boat crash

August 27, 2013- The NY Post is reporting yet another crash of a ferry boat. This time, it was one carrying tourists to the Statue of liberty. Previously, passenger shuttle ferry boats have crashed in the Seaport and State Island. … Continue reading

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Ferrari v Citi Bike

August 23, 2013- The Tributo Ferrari rally began in Battery Park City. (click for more photos) (more…)

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Have you been stranded while Citi Biking?

August 15, 2013- The NY Times is reporting on the problems caused by the success of the Citi Bike program, which is how some racks are empty of bikes while others are too full. The program is using box trucks … Continue reading

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Peter Poulakakos’ Nightlife Venture at 146 Bowery

August 13, 2013- A blog is reporting that Peter Poulakakos is looking to get into the nightclub business on Bowery Street. The Poulakakos is in the process of expanding immensely into Battery Park City with Pier A and a huge … Continue reading

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More cover-ups relating to sexual misconduct for Sheldon Silver’s State Assembly

August 8, 2013- The NY Times is reporting that Speaker Silver’s State Assembly is in trouble for yet another cover-up relating to yet more Assemblymen doing bad sexual things at the office. “New York ethics regulators have opened a new … Continue reading

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NY Post covers our story on dubious BPCA grants

August 7, 2013- BatteryPark.TV has extensively reported on the dubious free money handouts given by previous BPCA administrations to so-called charities. The most egregious of these gifts has been the $250,000 per year given to Tribeca’s Bob Townley and his … Continue reading

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Manhattan Sailing club featured in NY Times video

A NY Times video about a couple who met while sailing was filmed on a Manhattan Sailing School boat. (more…)

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Are kayaks a danger to the waterways?

July 27, 2013– By Steven E. Greer, MD Sailing schools operate classes in small boats on the Hudson River and New York Harbor under the supervision of trained professional sailors. They know how to navigate around the larger commercial barges, … Continue reading

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NY Post features North Cove Marina

July 7, 2013- The NY Post is reporting, “For one week, it was Manhattan’s most exclusive address. During the Fourth of July holiday, the North Cove marina was awash with a flotilla of luxury yachts, including three vessels more than … Continue reading

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PEP harass dog owners in nearby Battery Park

July 28, 2013- The NY Post is updating an ongoing  story, first exclusively reported by BP.TV, about BPC residents who said “enough is enough” and decided to team up and fight back against the PEP. The Park Enforcement Patrol, paid … Continue reading

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Residents of Rector Place “terrorized” by pit bull

July 27, 2013- BatteryPark.TV has extensively reported on the dangers of certain breeds of dogs which have recently been banned from Gateway Plaza. In the New York Post is a story that hits home. The apartment building at 300 Rector … Continue reading

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NBC’s Brian Williams insults all New Yorkers in the vilest of ways

July 17, 2013- For some unknown reason driven by an agenda, NBC’s Brian Williams is critical of Citi Bikes. It is likely an agenda favoring the powerful NYC taxi industry, or simply an agenda to retaliate against Mayor Bloomberg. Watch … Continue reading

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Citi Bikes stolen from Irish Memorial rack. Fools busted.

July 17, 2013- DNAinfo is reporting, “On July 10, Rafael Vasquez, 38, yanked at more than 10 Citi Bikes at the bike share dock near 8 River Terrace after 1 a.m., police said. When one blue bike came loose from … Continue reading

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DOJ calls out WSJ and others for making up “sources” on SAC Capital stories

July 17, 2013- DowntownTV has the best sources possible relating to the prosecution of SAC Capital and founder Stevie Cohen, and also was the source for numerous front-page WSJ articles since 2011. That is how we were confident that most … Continue reading

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Quinn to overhaul Bloomberg’s restaurant letter grading revenue scheme

July 9, 2013- The NY Post is reporting that City Councilwoman Quinn plans to overhaul Bloomberg’s controversial letter grading system for restaurants that rake in $50 Million for the city, “Quinn, who announced plans to revamp it while dramatically cutting … Continue reading

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NYPD sting operation tickets newbie Citi Bike riders

Photo by Dmitry Gudkov June 24, 2013- The Gothamist is reporting, “Photographer Dmitry Gudkov says he was cycling up First Avenue when he noticed a police officer standing near his squad car at the intersection of 6th Street. “I kind … Continue reading

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Bombshell: The BPCA gives $500K to Manhattan Youth

(Center, Bob Townley who runs Manhattan Youth, From Clockwise: Former Chairman of the BPCA, Bill Thompson, Former President/CEO of the BPCA, Gayle Horwitz, BPCA senior executive Anne Fenton, Community Board 1 Chair, Katherine McVay Hughes, State Senator Daniel Squadron, Community … Continue reading

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Minimalist Financial District Skyscraper Wins Landmark Status

June 27, 2013- DNAinfo is reporting, “FINANCIAL DISTRICT — The 51-story glass and aluminum skyscraper at 140 Broadway — perhaps best known as the soaring, black Financial District tower with the massive red cube sculpture at its base — is … Continue reading

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