by Emma Davey 
Days after an outbreak of what is believed to be leptospirosis was first traced to the dog run at McCarren Park, the City has finally decided to temporarily close the dog run, according to a sign that is now hanging on the fence.
Frustrated locals took it upon themselves to put up their own signs as a way to warn their fellow community members, though maintenance staff quickly removed them (this author witnessed this happening…
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