1 Dead After Explosion on Barge Near Manhattan Sewage Plant

The victim, who worked at the plant, was transporting raw sewage on the boat when part of it exploded on Saturday, the Fire Department said. The cause is under investigation.

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The Hidden Torments of the Firefighter With O.C.D.

For years, Timmy Reen hid his mental illness from everyone at his New York City firehouse — until his secret was forced out in the open.

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Trump Reverses Cuts to 9/11 Health Program After Criticism

About 20 percent of the World Trade Central Health Program’s staff had been terminated amid President Trump’s slashing of the federal work force.

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DOGE Cuts 9/11 Survivors’ Fund, and Republicans Join Democrats in Rebuke

After 20 percent of the World Trade Center Health Program staff was terminated last week, Democratic lawmakers were outraged. On Wednesday, Republican lawmakers joined them.

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Faulty Wiring Caused Fires at 3 Buildings Owned by Notorious Landlord

The fire at a Bronx apartment building on Jan. 10 was the third to break out in recent years at a property owned by Ved Parkash, who has been sued by tenants over building conditions.

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‘I’ve Been Pushed, and I’m Going to Get Hit by the Train’

Joseph Lynskey was waiting for the subway in Manhattan last month when a random act of violence transformed his life.

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New York City Bus Crashes Near Bronx Overpass, Dangling Above Roadway

The express commuter bus missed a turn on the route that travels between Manhattan and the Bronx. The driver, the sole occupant of the bus, was not injured.

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Turkish Consulate at Heart of Mayor Adams Case Got Special Treatment, Review Finds

The Turkish Consulate was the only building of its size allowed to open without a required fire safety certification, an investigation by the city comptroller found.

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Money for 9/11 Health Care Was Dropped From Year-End Spending Bill

A plan to ensure long-term funding to address health needs stemming from the terrorist attacks fell to the wayside after President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk objected to a bipartisan budget deal.

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500 Drones Over Central Park? Nothing to Worry About.

Both Central and Prospect Parks are planning drone shows on New Year’s Eve, after canceling their usual fireworks displays.

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