A lot of pretty famous folks have started to speak our language (1:20 into the video) when it comes to local news. Here's what happened this week around Bayside's Patch:
1. We learned that , Dave Frieder, is helping the Bayside Historical Society build its exhibit on the construction of the Throgs Neck Bridge.
Look out for some of his photos, as well as photos supplied by BHS of the bridge, this week on Bayside Patch.
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2. We heard that a new urgent care facility, in case, God forbid, your kids should ever need it, is Bay Terrace.
3. We reached 36 inches of snow for the month of January this week. This last storm contributed as much as 19 inches to that figure in part of the city.
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4. A gas leak caused a near the . One man was injured in the flash.
5. Also, the Jets lost to the Steelers. Mayor Mike Bloomberg lost a .
6. Patch broke the sad news that former Bayside area Sen. Frank Padavan suffered a . We've since heard he's doing better, sitting up in bed. We wish him a speedy and full recovery. Get well soon, Senator!
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