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The Shrek float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
The Shrek float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)   (Associated Press)
Onlookers watch as the Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Onlookers watch as the Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)   (Associated Press)
Onlookers watch as the Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Onlookers watch as the Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)   (Associated Press)
The Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
The Buzz Lightyear float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, center left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), surrounded by his family, is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, center right, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25,...
Joseph Bonder, center left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), surrounded by his family, is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, center right, the Polish man who rescued...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, left, the Polish man who rescued him at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 after not seeing each another in over 64 years. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, left, the Polish man who rescued him at John F. Kennedy airport in New York...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Joseph Bonder, left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009. (AP Photo/David Goldman)
Joseph Bonder, right, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64...   (Associated Press)
Joseph Bonder, left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years at John F. Kennedy airport in New York Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009. Looking on from right to left,...
Joseph Bonder, left, a Holocaust survivor originally from Faszczowka, Poland (now Ukraine), is reunited with Bronislaw Firuta, the Polish man who rescued him after not seeing each another in over 64 years...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this June 18, 2009 file photo, former American International Group (AIG) Inc. Chairman Maurice 'Hank' Greenberg enters Manhattan federal court in New York. American International Group Inc. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 said it reached an agreement to settle all legal disputes with Greenberg. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig,...
FILE - In this June 18, 2009 file photo, former American International Group (AIG) Inc. Chairman Maurice 'Hank' Greenberg enters Manhattan federal court in New York. American International Group Inc....   (Associated Press)
Parade workers coordinate their plans as the Spider-Man float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)
Parade workers coordinate their plans as the Spider-Man float is inflated in New York on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)   (Associated Press)
Professional dancer Kym Johnson, winner of the reality dance competition
Professional dancer Kym Johnson, winner of the reality dance competition "Dancing with the Stars," appears on ABC's "Good Morning America" on Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Andy Kropa)   (Associated Press)
This November and December, FedEx Special Delivery vans will be participating in New York-based food and coat drives; toy drives in Indianapolis, Dallas and Pittsburgh; food collections in Washington, D.C., and more. (Photo: Business Wire)
This November and December, FedEx Special Delivery vans will be participating in New York-based food and coat drives; toy drives in Indianapolis, Dallas and Pittsburgh; food collections in Washington,...   (Associated Press)
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At GBK's American Music Awards Gifting Lounge, Demi Lovato registers with Beezag and donates her first $100 to Global Green USA through the Beezag Cares cash-out option. Los Angeles, CA.  (PRNewsFoto/Beezag)
At GBK's American Music Awards Gifting Lounge, Demi Lovato registers with Beezag and donates her first $100 to Global Green USA through the Beezag Cares cash-out option. Los Angeles, CA. (PRNewsFoto/Beezag)   (Associated Press)
Gemma Vasquez, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez speaks at a press conference as Dr. Narayan Sundaresan, left, Chief of Neurology listens Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx borough of New York. Veda Vasquez, age 15, was hit in the head by a stray bullet Nov....
Gemma Vasquez, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez speaks at a press conference as Dr. Narayan Sundaresan, left, Chief of Neurology listens Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx borough...   (Associated Press)
Gemma Vasquez, right, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez listens as Dr. Narayan Sundaresan, Chief of Neurology explains about the wound at a press conference as the Lincoln Hospital Trauma team Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx borough of New York. Veda Vasquez, age 15, was...
Gemma Vasquez, right, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez listens as Dr. Narayan Sundaresan, Chief of Neurology explains about the wound at a press conference as the Lincoln Hospital Trauma team Wednesday...   (Associated Press)
Gemma Vasquez, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez  listens at a press conference Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx borough of New York. Veda Vasquez, age 15, was hit in the head by a stray bullet Nov. 18 while walking home from school.  (AP Photo/Stephen Chernin)
Gemma Vasquez, mother of gunshot victim Veda Vasquez listens at a press conference Wednesday Nov. 25, 2009 at Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx borough of New York. Veda Vasquez, age 15, was hit in the head...   (Associated Press)
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New York Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni reacts during a time out against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
New York Knicks coach Mike D'Antoni reacts during a time out against the Los Angeles Lakers during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90....   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Shannon Brown, right, shoots over New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Shannon Brown, right, shoots over New York Knicks guard Nate Robinson during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won...   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol, right, drives around New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol, right, drives around New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, passes around New York Knicks forward Al Harrington during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, passes around New York Knicks forward Al Harrington during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers...   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant celebrates a basket against the New York Knicks during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant celebrates a basket against the New York Knicks during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. The Lakers won 100-90....   (Associated Press)
New York Knicks forward Jared Jeffries gets a offensive foul against Los Angeles Lakers guard Derek Fisher during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
New York Knicks forward Jared Jeffries gets a offensive foul against Los Angeles Lakers guard Derek Fisher during the second half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP...   (Associated Press)
New York Knicks forward Wilson Chandler, left, blocks a shot by Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Farmar during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
New York Knicks forward Wilson Chandler, left, blocks a shot by Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Farmar during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris...   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest, left, guards New York Knicks guard Chris Duhon during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest, left, guards New York Knicks guard Chris Duhon during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum, right, drives around New York Knicks center Eddy Curry during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers center Andrew Bynum, right, drives around New York Knicks center Eddy Curry during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, gets fouled by New York Knicks forward Larry Hughes during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, gets fouled by New York Knicks forward Larry Hughes during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris...   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest, right, fouls New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest, right, fouls New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles,Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)   (Associated Press)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, drives to the basket around New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009.  (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant, right, drives to the basket around New York Knicks center David Lee during the first half of their NBA Basketball game in Los Angeles, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009. (AP...   (Associated Press)
This undated photo provided by the New York Mets shows the team's new uniform. The Mets said Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, that they are switching their home pinstriped uniforms to a retro design with a natural color similar to what they wore when they won the 1969 World Series. The...
This undated photo provided by the New York Mets shows the team's new uniform. The Mets said Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, that they are switching their home pinstriped uniforms to a retro design with a natural...   (Associated Press)
FILE - In this Sept. 20, 2009, file photo, a fan takes a photograph as a U.S. flag the length of the football field is rolled out before an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants in Arlington, Texas. A growing chorus of Cowboys...
FILE - In this Sept. 20, 2009, file photo, a fan takes a photograph as a U.S. flag the length of the football field is rolled out before an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York...   (Associated Press)
Interim NCAA president James Isch gestures during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Interim NCAA president James Isch gestures during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
Connecticut head coach speaks Jim Calhoun peaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Connecticut head coach speaks Jim Calhoun peaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
Interim NCAA president James Isch smiles during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Interim NCAA president James Isch smiles during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
Interim NCAA president James Isch gestures during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Interim NCAA president James Isch gestures during an interview with the Associated Press, Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
LSU head coach Trent Johnson speaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
LSU head coach Trent Johnson speaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski speaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York.  (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski speaks during an NCAA college basketball news conference for NIT Season Tip-off on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009 in New York. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)   (Associated Press)
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  • Surgeon: Bronx Shooting Victim To Fully Recover

    WCBSTV.com (CBS 2) | 11/25/2009 5:18:16 PM

    It's a Thanksgiving miracle and precious gift for one family. For eight days, 15-year-old Vada Vasquez has been in the fight of her life -- after being shot in the head by a stray bullet. Now, there is stunning news of her condition. The injured teen's mother and sister have been at her side since it happened, the frightening stray bullet wound to the head last week that doctors now say Vasquez can overcome. More »

  • Suffolk Cops Close In On Fatal Hit-And-Run Suspect

    WCBSTV.com (CBS 2) | 11/25/2009 5:16:31 PM

    Eyewitness testimony and surveillance video have led to a break in a case that has horrified an entire Smithtown community: the violent hit-and-run death of 11-year-old Courtney Sipes, moments before stepping into the Cornet Music Store with her mom and 14-year-old brother for guitar and drum lessons. "I have no idea how anybody could sleep at night, or have such disregard for human life to not want to bring closure to our family," said Lavena Sipes, Courtney's mother. More »

  • Shoppers Swarm Grocery Stores On Thanksgiving Eve

    WCBSTV.com (CBS 2) | 11/25/2009 5:06:55 PM

    Forget Black Friday at the mall, when it comes to holiday hustle, put a grocery store on the day before Thanksgiving at the top of the list. The holiday hustle was in full swing at area grocery stores on Wednesday, as shoppers flocked to pick up turkeys and last-minute ingredients. Shopper George Samuels of New Rochelle said he would not go to a mall on the day after thanksgiving, but that he was at Stew Leonard's in Yonkers Wednesday "because I need to. Because I need to." More »

  • HealthWatch: Dental Laser

    WCBSTV.com (CBS 2) | 11/25/2009 5:01:18 PM

    A trip to the dentist can cause anyone to grit their teeth, and for kids, it can be especially scary, but there's some new technology that can help to ease fears and discomfort for young patients. The standard drill for cavities is being replaced with a new laser that will eliminate the need for numbing shots and anesthesia. "Basically what the laser does is it seeks out water. A tooth is not only a solid structure. It contains water as well. Now when you have a cavity, the softness of that cavity contains more water so when you're using the laser it seeks out the water and blasts that cavity away until you have a more solid tooth structure," said Dr. Loan Mao.
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  • Bus stop in front of home leads to a barrage of summonses

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:55:12 PM

    Rosanna Gennarelli didn’t ask the city to put a bus stop in front of her E. Tremont Avenue house. Gennarelli hasn’t encouraged bus passengers to toss trash on her sidewalk and lawn. But apparently the city doesn’t really care.Gennarelli has been tick... More »

  • Another “unity” boost for St. Saviour

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:55:08 PM

    It’s time for phase two of the “unity and healing” plan for St. Saviour in Park Slope.On December 16th, an independent facilitator, not employed by the parish or Diocese of Brooklyn, will meet with parents who have criticized Rev. Daniel Murphy’s han... More »

  • CB10 controls growth

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:45:09 PM

    At its general monthly meeting on Thursday, November 19, CB10 voted overwhelmingly to include parts of Pelham Bay, Zerega and Waterbury-LaSalle in Lower Growth Density Management amendments that would close loopholes that currently allow developers t... More »

  • Homeless siting court date

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:45:07 PM

    The ongoing protest against a St. Peter’s Avenue homeless shelter that opened in August with little prior notification to the community is headed to court on Monday, December 7. Bus transportation to the Bronx County Courthouse for the hearing on Wes... More »

  • Emilie Autumn concert

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:39:17 PM

    The violinist will play selections from her latest, "Opheliac." Tickets are $20. For more information, call 718-486-5400. ... More »

  • Bronx outraged at gun violence

    NY Post | 11/25/2009 4:35:07 PM

    “We aren’t the problem,” 18-year old Christopher Hill told Bronx leaders and parents at the Bronx County Court Building on Monday, November 23. “We’re the solution.”Hill, who belongs to the Banana Kelly High School-based non-violence group United Pla... More »

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