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Oct. 4: Five Things You Need to Know Today

What you need to know this Tuesday.

1. This week's gas prices are down yet again, a trend that is expected to continue into at least the near future. Find out the cheapest locations to fill up around town .

2. The long-anticipated Douglaston Arts Festival was held this Saturday in Douglaston Village, and drew not only local leaders, artists and crafters, but thousands of borough residents eager to get a taste of the area's abundant local talent. Check out the and photos here.

3. Whether you're a chicken aficionado or just a casual fan, Chicken Lovers has something for everyone. Read the full review in this week's Bites Nearby.

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4. The FDNY has hired its first transgender firefighter, who will do work scheduling appointments for recruits at Metrotech headquarters. Read more from the Huffington Post here.

5. Today's weather will be more of the same, with highs in the low 60s and rain persisting throughout much of the day.

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