#Three models sue famed saloon

#Three models sue famed saloon

“Three models sue famed saloon” This dispute is getting Coyote Ugly. Three models claim the Coyote Ugly Saloon falsely made it appear as if they worked at the famed East Village dive bar to drum up business. Eva Pepaj, who starred in a Diet Coke ad campaign; swimsuit model Lina Posada; and television personality Dessie…

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#NYU students frightened over rash of NYC dorm intruders

#NYU students frightened over rash of NYC dorm intruders

“NYU students frightened over rash of NYC dorm intruders” Brazen interlopers have repeatedly slipped past security at New York University dorms — and in one case crept into a student’s room and watched her sleep. On Nov. 20, an intruder jumped a turnstile in front of a guard and trailed 20-year-old junior Khafira Freeman, who…

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#Ray’s Candy Store owner saved by K in donations

#Ray’s Candy Store owner saved by $50K in donations

“Ray’s Candy Store owner saved by $50K in donations” How sweet it is! Beloved East Village fixture Ray’s Candy Store was spared from shutting its doors after its 89-year-old owner fell behind on his bills thanks to nearly $50,000 in donations from his sweet-toothed customers, Side Dish has learned.   The store’s owner, Ray Alvarez, has…

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#Couple caught having sex in an NYC dining shed

#Couple caught having sex in an NYC dining shed

“Couple caught having sex in an NYC dining shed” An East Village outdoor dining shed served up an eye-popping sight when a couple got it on in full view of pedestrians. A video posted to Twitter — which has racked up more than 4 million views — appears to show the randy twosome engaged in…

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#NYPD says 25-year-old man shot in NYC

#NYPD says 25-year-old man shot in NYC

“NYPD says 25-year-old man shot in NYC” A 25-year-old man was shot in the stomach in the East Village Friday night, police said. The shooting took place near the corner of St. Mark’s Place and 1st Avenue just after 11 p.m., according to the NYPD. The victim was taken to Bellevue Hospital and is expected…

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#Iconic speakeasy Angel’s Share reopening in new ‘secret’ spot

#Iconic speakeasy Angel’s Share reopening in new ‘secret’ spot

“Iconic speakeasy Angel’s Share reopening in new ‘secret’ spot” One of the city’s longtime hidden gems for craft cocktails and unparalleled ambiance has found a new, if temporary, hiding spot. Angel’s Share – the East Village speakeasy that had plied in-the-know New Yorkers with its intoxicating menu of precision-made libations for three decades – resurfaced…

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