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Bronx woman powers through stereotypes by figure skating 2020-05-17T22:19:35Z 2020-05-17T22:19:35Z A Bronx woman shared her journey on social media of how she overcame stereotypes to enjoy a sport she loves. Student-run organization sends letters of hope to health care workers 2020-05-17T22:22:04Z 2020-05-17T22:22:04Z Herman Bikoko, a student from the Bronx, helped to found the student-run nonprofit organization Kind Words USA. BBB: Scammers asking for money upfront for pets that aren't available 2020-05-17T16:47:54Z 2020-05-17T16:47:55Z As the number of pet adoptions increases during the pandemic, the Better Business Bureau is warning people about a spike in puppy scams. May 17: 5 non-COVID-19 stories from across the tri-state region Looking for some stories that are not about the coronavirus? Here's a selection of stories from across our regions. NYC steps up social distancing efforts after overcrowding at parks 2020-05-17T13:39:34Z 2020-05-17T13:39:52Z The city is stepping up social distancing efforts Sunday after several parks experienced overcrowding. 'We're not ready yet': Mayor says NYC beaches will remain closed for Memorial Day weekend 2020-05-17T23:58:25Z 2020-05-17T23:58:25Z Swimming will not be permitted and there will not be lifeguards on duty, although the mayor didn't rule out reopening city beaches later in the season. NY widens COVID-19 testing availability as Cuomo says test sites aren't using full capacity To underscore how easy and painless it is to get tested for the virus, a doctor performed a nasal swab test on the governor during his daily news conference. President Trump says 'FAKE NEWS IS NOT ESSENTIAL' in response to rally confrontation 2020-05-16T21:16:48Z 2020-05-16T21:16:48Z President Donald Trump retweeted a post by News 12 reporter Kevin Vesey on his experience at a rally by a Setauket conservative group. Did you lose someone to COVID-19? Tell us their story. If you lost someone close to you and would like to have their story shared by News 12, please fill out this form. These are Our People. FDNY captain released from hospital following battle with COVID-19 2020-05-17T22:07:01Z 2020-05-17T11:07:10Z An FDNY captain has been released from the hospital after battling COVID-19. Fire officials: 9 people injured in Belmont building fire 2020-05-17T13:55:54Z 2020-05-17T13:55:54Z Fire officials say nine people, including firefighters, were injured when a fire broke out in a Belmont apartment building Saturday night. Summer-like day brings people to closed city beaches 2020-05-17T01:57:28Z 2020-05-17T01:57:28Z A summer-like day Saturday sent many New Yorkers to the city’s beaches, which are not technically open due to the COVID-19 pandemic. City hopes for 100 miles of open streets, but some residents aren’t happy 2020-05-17T02:13:29Z 2020-05-17T02:13:29Z The city says its Open Streets program allows for greater social distancing while closing roads to car traffic, but not all residents are pleased with the move. Concessions open on Coney Island boardwalk with safety measures in place 2020-05-17T22:07:00Z 2020-05-16T23:55:24Z Cotton candy, funnel cake and pizza are all part of the summer experience at Coney Island, and the coronavirus pandemic isn't stopping that. State Dept. of Health conducts COVID-19 survey Hebrew Home at Riverdale 2020-05-17T09:37:40Z 2020-05-17T09:37:40Z The Hebrew Home at Riverdale in the Bronx is being surveyed for COVID-19 by the state Department of Health. Fred Willard, comedic improv-style actor, dies at age 86 Willard appeared in films including "This Is Spinal Tap," "Best In Show" and "Anchorman." NY to allow horse racing tracks to reopen June 1 without fans New York will allow horse racing tracks and Watkins Glen International car track to reopen in the coming weeks, Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced Saturday -- but there will be no fans in the seats. Bay Ridge siblings with 'green thumbs' sell tomato boxes for nonprofits 2020-05-16T18:14:06Z 2020-05-16T18:14:06Z Three siblings from Bay Ridge are giving back to the community through their passion for gardening. City increases patrol at beaches to prevent large gatherings 2020-05-17T21:59:05Z 2020-05-16T18:08:43Z Mayor Bill de Blasio is enhancing patrols across city beaches as the weather warms up and summer approaches. #JusticeForJunior More>> Jury selection date set for 2 alleged high-ranking Trinitarios members in Junior case Jury selection date set for 2 alleged high-ranking Trinitarios members in Junior case Updated: Wednesday, March 11 2020 5:07 PM EDT 2020-03-11 21:07:04 GMT A jury selection date was set for two alleged Trinitarios gang members on Wednesday. A jury selection date was set for two alleged Trinitarios gang members on Wednesday. Judge denies bail for defendant in 'Junior' murder case Judge denies bail for defendant in 'Junior' murder case Updated: Thursday, January 9 2020 7:42 PM EST 2020-01-10 00:42:00 GMT A judge denied bail Thursday for one of the six defendants in the murder case of Bronx teen Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz. A judge denied bail Thursday for one of the six defendants in the murder case of Bronx teen Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz. Game honors mother of slain teen 'Junior,' salutes kids who went to camp named for him Game honors mother of slain teen 'Junior,' salutes kids who went to camp named for him Updated: Saturday, January 4 2020 5:45 PM EST 2020-01-04 22:45:24 GMT The Manhattan College Jaspers honored the mother of slain Bronx teen Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz during a basketball game Saturday. The Manhattan College Jaspers honored the mother of slain Bronx teen Lesandro "Junior" Guzman-Feliz during a basketball game Saturday. Leandra Feliz announces support for ‘Junior’s Law’ to protect kids in danger Leandra Feliz announces support for ‘Junior’s Law’ to protect kids in danger Updated: Wednesday, November 13 2019 6:14 PM EST 2019-11-13 23:14:43 GMT The mother of Lesandro ‘Junior’ Guzman-Feliz stood on the steps of City Hall Wednesday to declare her support for Junior's Law, saying it can protect kids in the future. The mother of Lesandro ‘Junior’ Guzman-Feliz stood on the steps of City Hall Wednesday to declare her support for Junior's Law, saying it can protect kids in the future. The mother of Lesandro ‘Junior’ Guzman-Feliz stood on the steps of City Hall Wednesday to declare her support for Junior's Law, saying it can protect kids in the future. The mother of Lesandro ‘Junior’ Guzman-Feliz stood on the steps of City Hall Wednesday to declare her support for Junior's Law, saying it can protect kids in the future. Prosecutors: No plea deals yet for remaining 'Junior' defendants Prosecutors: No plea deals yet for remaining 'Junior' defendants Updated: Tuesday, November 12 2019 10:33 PM EST 2019-11-13 03:33:26 GMT The next set of defendants in the Lesandro "Junior" Guzman Feliz waived their scheduled court appear...