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Fire at Historic Bushwick Church | New York City News
A 24-year-old man faces federal charges for allegedly torching a 173-year-old historic church in South Bushwick — one of only eight landmark wooden churches in the city. Surveillance caught him buying a lighter before the blaze, which left the roof exposed and interior charred. Repairs will strain the congregation’s budget, but community support is pouring in — a GoFundMe has already raised nearly $20K. The church, previously damaged by a 2021 storm, remains a vital spiritual and cultural anchor. Authorities are treating this as a serious offense, with NYPD leadership warning that attacks on…
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