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FDNY responded to a call about a truck fire in Chelsea at 3:11 p.m. on July 5 and discovered e-bikes with lithium ion batteries had erupted. ( Photo: Satish Shahi)

A truck full of E-bikes caught on fire June 5. An FDNY hazmat unit arrived on-scene and successfully put out flames.

Lithium Ion E-Bike Batteries Explode in Chelsea Truck Fire

07 Jul 2026 | 02:21

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The unoccupied truck was parked on 264 West 23 St. between Seventh Avenue and Eighth Avenue in Chelsea on July 5.

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After losing a friendly wager placed on the NBA finals, the Archbishop of San Antonio sent Archbishop, Ronald Hicks, head of the Catholic New York Archdiocese, a goodie basket of Texas treats following the NY Knicks’ 4 games to 1 win over the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA finals. ( Credit: Archbishop Ronald Hicks)

Archbishop of NY Receives Texas Goodie Basket Following NBA Wager

07 Jul 2026 | 02:28

The Archbishop of NY took home the winnings of a friendly wager made with the Archbishop of San Antonio,...

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The Clearwater sloop (above) sailing south towards the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge on the morning of the July 4th Sail Parade. Its sail reads, “Save the Clean Water Act,” as part of the organization’s efforts towards environmental advocacy. ( Photo: Martina Dimitrova)

Clearwater Sloop Booted from Boat Parade Over Advocacy Banners

07 Jul 2026 | 11:05

The historic Clearwater sloop, whose preliminary focus is water pollution advocacy and educational resources,...

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A new Legionanire’s disease outbreak has struck the Upper East Side, resulting in 18 cases so far. Health Department Commissioner Alistair Martin spread the news locally on July 4 (above). ( Photo: @nycHealthy, X.com )

Legionnaire’s Disease Outbreak Hits UES, With 23 New Cases

07 Jul 2026 | 12:06

Legionnaire’s disease has broken out on the Upper East Side yet again, with 18 cases reported from one...

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BAE Hawk jets flying over the Hudson River and leaving red, white, and blue vapor trails in the shape of the U.S. flag as part of the Sail4th 250 celebrations. ( Photo: Martina Dimatrova)

Spectacular Show by Sea and Sky for America 250 Celebration

06 Jul 2026 | 09:44

The celebration was by land and sea as 48 tall ships from 20 countries made their way up the Hudson River...

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A seaplane made a hard landing into the East River on July 5, but emergency responders rescued all eight passengers and two crew members within minutes. ( Photo: Citizen)

Seaplane Crashes into East River with Eight Passengers

06 Jul 2026 | 05:14

A seaplane made a hard landing into the East River on July 5 and emergency responders, rushing to the...

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The Independence Day Parade ended at Fraunces Tavern, where Spanish and Americans alike rejoiced. ( Photo: Brian Berger)

July 4 Parade Thrills Lower Manhattan History Lovers, Tourists Too

06 Jul 2026 | 03:40

While the heatwave baked city sweated and lesser cities kvetched—oh, it’s too hot!—undaunted New York...

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A truck full of E-bikes caught on fire June 5. An FDNY hazmat unit arrived on-scene and successfully put out flames.

Lithium Ion E-Bike Batteries Explode in Chelsea Truck Fire

Archbishop of NY Receives Texas Goodie Basket Following NBA Wager

Clearwater Sloop Booted from Boat Parade Over Advocacy Banners

Legionnaire’s Disease Outbreak Hits UES, With 23 New Cases

Spectacular Show by Sea and Sky for America 250 Celebration

Seaplane Crashes into East River with Eight Passengers

July 4 Parade Thrills Lower Manhattan History Lovers, Tourists Too

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