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'Welcome Back': Librarians at Long-Closed Saratoga Library Can't Wait to Reopen on Monday

'Welcome Back': Librarians at Long-Closed Saratoga Library Can't Wait to Reopen on Monday

BK Reader got a sneak peek inside Saratoga Library in Ocean Hill/Brownsville, ahead of its long-awaited reopening on Monday, Feb. 13.
BKR’s Weekend Event Picks: 2/10–2/12

BKR’s Weekend Event Picks: 2/10–2/12

A Caribbean film festival, New York Fashion Week, a Super Bowl party, a rollerskating rink launch and more Brooklyn events.
Exploring the Shared History of the BK NAACP and The Black Church: How to Meet The Moment

Exploring the Shared History of the BK NAACP and The Black Church: How to Meet The Moment

A two-part panel series exploring the relationship between the Brooklyn NAACP and the Black Church reveals a deep history and shared commitment to improving Black life.
Rustik Tavern Turns 15 and Despite Financial Woes Vows to Keep Going

Rustik Tavern Turns 15 and Despite Financial Woes Vows to Keep Going

Frantz Metellus swapped real estate law to become a restaurant owner 15 years ago, and he's never looked back, even now, as he faces over $500,000 in debt.
Here Are The Results of The Investigation Into 127 Police Misconduct Complaints From 2020 Protests in BK

Here Are The Results of The Investigation Into 127 Police Misconduct Complaints From 2020 Protests in BK

In the majority of cases where the CCRB found police officers using excessive force — like car ramming — or otherwise abusing their authority, officers have yet to receive any discipline.
South Brooklyn Celebrates Inauguration of Iwen Chu, First Asian-American Woman in NY State Senate

South Brooklyn Celebrates Inauguration of Iwen Chu, First Asian-American Woman in NY State Senate

State Sen. Iwen Chu won her election to represent the 17th Senate District in Albany, which covers parts of Bay Ridge, Sunset Park, Dyker Heights, Bensonhurst, Bath Beach and Kensington.
New Report Finds One-Fifth of BK's Aging Population Lives in Poverty

New Report Finds One-Fifth of BK's Aging Population Lives in Poverty

A new report from the Center for an Urban Future is urging local officials to beef up their support of Brooklyn's surging senior population
Crown Heights Residents Share Concerns About Potential Changes in Their Bus Routes

Crown Heights Residents Share Concerns About Potential Changes in Their Bus Routes

The MTA will hold community forums through March.
BKR’S Weekend Event Picks: 2/3–2/5

BKR’S Weekend Event Picks: 2/3–2/5

Celebrate the kick-off of Black History Month; go on a food tour of Brooklyn Heights; see a RuPaul Drag Race winner perform and more Brooklyn events.
WNBA Star Jonquel Jones is Feeling the BK Love After Trade to NY Liberty

WNBA Star Jonquel Jones is Feeling the BK Love After Trade to NY Liberty

WNBA MVP Jonquel Jones recently chose New York Liberty as the next destination for her All-Star talent, and Brooklynites are welcoming her with open arms.