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The trial of accused Williamsburg rapist Nechemya Weberman began Monday, reports the Failed Messiah blog. … Full Article

The House Ethics Committee announced yesterday that Rep. … Full Article

Help for victims of Hurricane Sandy is coming from as far away as Ireland, thanks to the organizers of a charity concert taking place on Nov. 30. … Full Article

The man who allegedly killed three Brooklyn store owners in cold blood in a shocking crime spree that had merchants on edge for five months is being held in jail without bail as prosecutors begin building their criminal case around him. … Full Article

The men who robbed a Bay Ridge bank last month tried to hide their identities by wearing Halloween masks during their daring caper, but apparently waited too long before putting on their disguises, according to the  … Full Article

When firefighters responded to a call at 1740 West Second St., Bensonhurst, at 5 p.m. on Sunday, they discovered two Jack Russell terriers in the basement and worked feverishly to save them.  Sadly, one could not be revived, but the other will be fine thanks to their efforts.  … Full Article

Elected officials are seeking a tri-level task force that would include a collaborative effort between the NYPD, state police, and FBI serial-killer profile experts – just like the ones on TV’s “Criminal Minds” – in the wake of recent revelations that the same gun was used to kill a B … Full Article

Don’t believe the old adage, “Too many cooks spoil the broth.” It’s not true when you’re talking about Karen Tadross, Alison Robicelli, and Justin Brannan, three Bay Ridgeites who have teamed up to help Hurricane Sandy victims in their own unique way. … Full Article

This time, it was a bank making a deposit. … Full Article

Seventy-nine families whose daughters attend Fontbonne Hall Academy in Bay Ridge were left homeless by the destructive forces of Hurricane Sandy, according to officials at the high school. … Full Article