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Oil suit is too little, too late for some

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While many newer Greenpoint residents are unaware of the possible health threats posed by the huge oil spill that has sat under the neighborhood for over half a century, longtime community members are bitter that the spill has been unaddressed for so many years. New York State announced yesterday it would sue ExxonMobil and four other companies for the spill in order to expedite cleanup of the area. People who have lived in Greenpoint for many years allege the spill has resulted in serious health problems for many residents. more [NYT]

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