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    A long series of events led to a historic revolution against King James II in 1689. The revolution did not last long, but New York City had its first mayoral election during this time. Learn more about this colonial time period here: on.nyc.gov/4vgGZea #NYCHistory #NYC
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    Excited to welcome our 2026 Summer Youth Employment Program participants to @nycrecords' team this week! 🎉 This summer is already one for the history books.
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    Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani
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    We received a record number of applications this year for our Summer Youth Employment Program! Congrats to the 100,000 New Yorkers in our newest cohort, who were definitely not caught sleeping.
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    Today in 1936 Mayor La Guardia toured four possible sites for an enlarged and improved East Side market, accompanied by Majority Leader Murray W. Stand of the Board of Aldermen and Manhattan Borough President Samuel Levy #ThisDayInHistory
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    NYC Parks
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    Jul 6
    NYC is experiencing scattered thunderstorms, which may cause tree damage. If you see a hazardous tree condition, please report it via the NYC Parks website (nyc.gov/parks/trees), through the NYC Tree Map (tree-map.nycgovparks.org) or by calling 3-1-1.
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    Jul 6
    TOMORROW! Join us online from 1-2pm, when fashion historian Nancy MacDonell will discuss the work of columnist and editor, Diana Vreeland, and photographer, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, for the NYC fashion magazine, @harpersbazaarus. 📸 👗 🖋️ RSVP here: on.nyc.gov/4wXocH3
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    Jul 6
    🌧️ Flash floods move fast. You should too. Make a plan. Gather supplies. Stay informed. Be ready to move. 🎒 Sign up for @NotifyNYC at nyc.gov/NotifyNYC or text NotifyNYC to 692-692 to stay informed on floods. Learn more here: nyc.gov/floodprep @nycemergencymgt
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    Jul 6
    Today in 1971 traffic on the Brooklyn Bridge was rerouted for a year to facilitate construction of a pedestrian plaza #ThisDayInHistory
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    Jul 5
    Discover the story behind the names on the streets in your neighborhood! With @nycrecords’ interactive map, you can explore the history of co-named streets & the stories of nearly 2,500 famous & unsung heroes throughout New York City.🗽 View the map here: on.nyc.gov/4iIjQvY
    The NYC Honorary Street Names Map, with boroughs highlighted in different colors.
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    Jul 5
    Today in 1969 Representative Edward Koch accused the real estate industry of violating rent stabilization laws in the city #ThisDayInHistory
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    Jul 4
    TUESDAY! Join us online from 1-2pm on July 7, when fashion historian Nancy MacDonell will discuss the work of columnist and editor, Diana Vreeland, and photographer, Louise Dahl-Wolfe, for the NYC fashion magazine, @harpersbazaarus. 📸 👗 🖋️ RSVP here: on.nyc.gov/4wXocH3
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    Jul 4
    More New Yorkers die from heat each year than from hurricanes, floods, or winter storms - often in homes without A/C. Check on neighbors. Stay cool. Stay hydrated. 💧 Visit nyc.gov/beattheheat or call 311 to find cool options near you. @nycemergencymgt #BeatTheHeat
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    Jul 4
    Today marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Philadelphia and the beginning of what we now call the United States of America. ✨ Learn the important role that NYC played in our nation's founding here: on.nyc.gov/4oWjvJT #America250
    Historic naval battle scene showing the Phoenix and the Rose engaged with enemy fire ships and galleys in 1776, with smoke and rowboats on calm water.
    Detailed vintage map showing a fortified town layout with labeled streets, buildings, and landmarks including churches and markets.
    Black and white illustration of General Washington bidding farewell to his officers in a tavern dining room with wooden floors and large windows.
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    Jul 3
    Did you know that @nycrecords permanently preserves all social media posts by NYC agencies and the official accounts of City leaders - which users can access even if the original post has been deleted? Learn about ArchiveSocial here: nyc.gov.archivesocial.com #NYC #PublicAccess
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    Jul 3
    Dreaming of museums but don't want to step outside? 🔥 Check out RememberNYC.nyc, where you can explore 400 years of NYC history! Photos, maps, videos, exhibit rooms, captions...except admission fees and a line to the bathroom, it's got it all. 🗽♥️✨ #BeatTheHeat #NYC
    Long line of people waiting to board a streetcar numbered 704 on a city street under an elevated train track in 1943.
    Detailed vintage map showing various colored land plots and street grids in a city section with labeled roads and boundaries.
    Color-coded map of Manhattan showing residential investment strategies and scheduled neighborhood improvements by area.
    1939 New York World's Fair permit application for a restaurant and popcorn stand at the Children's World section.
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