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25 February, 2022

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NEW YORK CITY — Here are some share-worthy stories from the New York City Patch network to talk about tonight. Harlem Lawmaker Takes Heat For Comments on Russia-Ukraine War Councilmember Kristin Richardson Jordan told Patch she stands by her Twitter comments, which mirror Vladimir Putin's justification for war. Veselka Keeps Making Pierogis As Bombs Fall In Ukraine "I'm very grateful, loyal to the support of the neighborhood, " Jason Birchard told Patch. "But it has been difficult." Grand Prospect Hall Leveled Leaving Neighbors Gutted: Report The beloved banquet hall has been reduced to dirt, photos reported by the Brooklyn Paper show, ending a months-long preservation effort. Gergiev, Putin Friend, Out Of Vienna Philharmonic US Tour Carnegie Hall confirmed Valery Gergiev will not lead the Vienna Philharmonic "due to recent world events." See Inside An Upper East Side Mansion That Sold For $56M This seven-story Upper East Side mansion boasts a pool, rooftop garden, screening room and even "staff quarters." Take a look inside.