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Clinton Hill Turns Mile Nine of the NYC Marathon Into a Party
Some locals call it the best day of the year. Gothamist heads to Clinton Hill, where mile nine of the New York City Marathon becomes a full-blown neighborhood celebration.
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A Drag Clown Will Now Marry You on the Lower East Side
Couples on the Lower East Side have a new way to tie the knot, with a drag clown as the officiant. It's one way to guarantee nobody nods off during the vows.
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One NYC Marathon Runner Is Buying Her Own Cheering Section
A runner in the New York City Marathon has decided not to leave her cheering section to chance. She is paying for her own squad of supporters to root for her during the race. It is one surefire way to make sure somebody in the crowd knows your name.
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Your NYC Marathon Medal Doubles as a Ticket to Freebies and Deals
Finishing the NYC Marathon earns you more than bragging rights. Time Out rounds up the freebies and deals that a finisher's medal can score.
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The Village Halloween Parade Holds On to Its Soul
Gothamist digs into how the Village Halloween Parade has managed to keep its soul. The piece looks at what keeps this New York Halloween tradition feeling true to itself. Costumes are optional while reading.
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The High Line Gets Its Very Last Puzzle Piece Next Month
The final piece of the High Line is scheduled to be installed next month. New Yorkers will soon be able to call the whole thing done.
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Rockefeller Center Picks a 76-Foot Upstate Spruce for Its 2026 Christmas Tree
This year's Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is a 76-foot spruce hailing from Upstate New York. Midtown's most famous evergreen has officially been chosen, so the holiday countdown can begin in earnest.
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New York Hides Nine Spooky Spots You Can Visit for Free
Time Out rounds up nine eerie secrets around New York City that won't cost a dime to see. Getting spooked has never been easier on the wallet.
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Take a Peek Inside the Secret Room Running Lincoln Center's Famous Fountain
Lincoln Center's magnificent fountain gets all the applause, but a hidden chamber does the real work. Gothamist heads inside that secret space to see what controls the show. Consider it a backstage pass to a performance that usually happens out of sight.
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New York's College Radio DJs Keep the Weird and Wonderful on the Airwaves
Streaming algorithms may rule our playlists, but student DJs across the city are still spinning the funky, unexpected stuff. Tune in and you might just find your next favorite song.
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The Champion Knicks Now Face Their Toughest Test in the Closet
The Knicks finally brought home an NBA title, and now it's time to look the part. Champions deserve a wardrobe worthy of the parade.
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One NYC Borough Is Packed Wall to Wall With Ghosts
Forget the rent, the real New York horror story might be your spectral neighbors. One borough has earned the title of the city's most haunted, with ghosts said to be crammed in tighter than a rush-hour subway car. Grab a flashlight and a friend before you go poking around this Halloween.
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Coney Island's tiny Victorian-era lighthouse could soon become an official city landmark
The little 1890s beacon on Coney Island may finally get the city protection that fans say it deserves.
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Williamsburg Is Getting New York's First Outdoor Community Sauna This Winter
Brooklyn's coldest months are about to get a lot steamier, with free sweat nights and bracing cold plunges on the menu. It's a toasty new way to embrace winter without fleeing the city.
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A New Report Maps Out the Cheapest Drinks in New York City
A fresh look at average bar prices across the five boroughs reveals where your dollar stretches furthest. Your wallet may want to plan the next night out.
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