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Comics and Cards are Comeback Kids
Local memorabilia dealers say they're seeing signs of an economic recovery.
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Workers Bid St. Vincent’s Goodbye
Some 3,500 St. Vincent's employees are saying their final farewells – and looking for work.
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Bronx Hungry Use Manhattan Pantries
Struggling Bronx residents in need of food are traveling to pantries in Manhattan.
Horse Carriage Drivers Seek Raise
The price of a horse carriage ride in New York City could rise by $20 – to $54 for a half hour – if a proposed law is passed by City Council.
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Scraping by on Scrap Metal
Hard times are spurring an increase in scrap metal scavenging.
Tough Times for Holiday Toy Drives
Donations are down at Toys for Tots amid the recession. Meanwhile, one local educator is struggling to find holiday gifts for 600 children in Brooklyn homeless shelters.
On The Run For MetroCards
Michael Ring picks up discarded MetroCards as he trains for marathons. His hobby has earned him $900 so far this year.
Vendors Seek Street Justice
Many street vendors say they are constantly fighting harassment by authorities as they try to eek out a living.