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NYC deploys new task force to tackle Greenwich Village quality-of-life concerns 
The city is launching a new interagency task force to tackle a range of street-level issues for residents living in Greenwich Village, from open drug use to illegal vending.
Man accused of making online threats to shoot up prominent Manhattan synagogue held without bail
"Luis Ramirez allegedly made extremely disturbing and serious threats against Central Synagogue, and we have absolutely no tolerance for this conduct," District Attorney Alvin Bragg said. "He is now charged with significant terrorism and hate crimes charges and was remanded into custody. Any form of antisemitism is despicable, and I want Manhattan's Jewish community to know we are remaining extremely vigilant."
Program aims to tackle quality-of-life issues near Washington Square Park
Hobbs is hoping the task force can start addressing those issues. Village Interagency Taskforce brings together stakeholders and government agencies, so everyone is on the same page about quality-of-life issues happening near Washington Square Park in the neighborhoods of Greenwich Village and the West Village.
NYC aims to reclaim Washington Square Park from drug pushers, vagrants in latest quality-of-life push
Flanked by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and local civic leaders, Adams said 13 city agencies will team up with civil leaders to keep tabs on goings on at the 10-acre Lower Manhattan park — with the announcement coming on the heels of Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch’s call for a new quality of life initiative.
Man, 46, indicted for posing as attorney, stealing $200K from clients: Manhattan DA
A 46-year-old man was indicted for allegedly posing as an attorney and stealing approximately $200,000 from dozens of clients over a three year span, Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg announced Thursday.
‘Village Interagency Task Force’ aims to tackle drug use, homelessness at Washington Square Park and nearby blocks
Mayor Eric Adams and Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg unveiled the newly formed “Village Interagency Task Force,” a bold initiative to tackle rampant drug use, homelessness and other societal woes in the Greenwich Village and West Village neighborhoods, including Washington Square Park.
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