South Slope Rewind

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Now for some of the stories you might have missed:

• A bodacious bulldog took first prize at Freddy’s first dog fashion show.

• Unlocking the Truth bassist Alec Atkins discussed going to school in South Slope.

• Pavillion Pizza is coming to the vacant space next to the movie theatre.

• We got to know Laura Sternbach, a cool local kid who loves our library.

• There’s no G service north of Nassau Avenue from through September 2.

• The 78th Precinct said goodbye to its commanding officer as he departs for highway patrol.

• Sweet Charity is alive and well on the web.

• Funds collected from traffic fines decrease, despite the city’s expansion of speed camera enforcement.

• Want to play in the water? Ask FDNY for a spray cap instead of opening a hydrant yourself.

• Finally, why not bring a Beefcake into your life!