How to legally open a fire hydrant, rabid Prospect Park squirrel, baby pigeon (and more links)

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New Prospect Park goats chomp on invasive plants [DNAinfo]
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Long Island is having something of a craft beer boom. Here’s a guide [Long Island Press]
Flushing Ave. J train entrance finally reopens after decades [Gothamist]
Is a hot dog a sandwich? Vote now [Coney Island Blog]

There’s a legal way to open a fire hydrant, it’s called a spray cap and the FDNY will give you one if you ask.

Don't be a drain on our water supply. #Beattheheat with a legal spray cap. pic.twitter.com/h5X9Fnky27

— NYC Mayor's Office (@NYCMayorsOffice) July 22, 2017

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