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Newtown Creek labeled hazardous by NY Dept. of Health

A recent state report shows that a Greenpoint creek contains hazardous chemicals; a discovery not surprising to local residents. The New York State Department of Health has issued a warning against full-body

News 12 Staff

May 5, 2012, 10:21 PM

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