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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

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Tammany Hall declared city landmark

November 5, 2013
New York City's Landmarks Preservation Commission officially voted to make Tammany Hall a landmark last week.
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New York City to raise age to purchase tobacco

November 4, 2013
The City Council voted to raise the legal age of buying tobacco from 18 to 21.
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Runners participate in NYC Marathon with heightened security

November 4, 2013
Following the tragedy in Boston this spring, runners participated in the New York City Marathon on Sunday.

NYU Reacts: Shop-and-Frisk brings attention to racial profiling

November 1, 2013
NYU community comments on the ongoing discussions of racial profiling.
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Artists, residents grapple with potential 5Pointz demolition

October 28, 2013
The fight over the 5Pointz graffiti site in Queens continues to cause controversy among artists, residents and NYU students.
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Annual Pumpkin Fest attracts crowds to Central Park

Kavish Harjai, Staff Writer October 27, 2013
Central Park saw the annual Pumpkin Fest draw throngs of people on Saturday.
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Subway cars may decrease future congestion

October 24, 2013
The MTA considers open gangways, which will unify subway cars, creating one single car.
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MTA’s Bus Time program arrives in Manhattan

October 10, 2013
The MTA has expanded its Bus Time program into Manhattan, allowing commuters to know when buses are arriving.
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Gay hate crimes rise in New York City

October 8, 2013
Recent hate crimes place focus on safety of gay NYU students.
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Bloomberg unveils self-esteem campaign for young girls

October 7, 2013
Mayor Bloomberg started a campaign to raise girls' self-esteem.
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Film, TV industry booming in New York City

October 3, 2013
The number of films shoot in New York City has significantly increased in the last year.
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Councilwoman James wins NYC public advocate runoff

October 2, 2013
Councilwoman Letitia "Tish" James defeated State Senator Daniel Squadron in the Democratic runoff election.