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The Real Mother Shuckers Are Bringing Oysters—and its Black History— Back to NYC

The Real Mother Shuckers Are Bringing Oysters—and its Black History— Back to NYC

Brooklyn's Ben "Moody" Harney, founder of Real Mother Shuckers, is sharing his love of great oysters with New York City, as well as the fascinating and little-known Black history of the industry
NYC Mayor Appoints New Mental Health Officials

NYC Mayor Appoints New Mental Health Officials

Eva Wong and Brian Stettin, the new Adams administration officials, have the support of many local healthcare leaders and elected officials.
For These NYC Residents, Making Travel Accessible for the Disabled is a Family Affair

For These NYC Residents, Making Travel Accessible for the Disabled is a Family Affair

The blog, Accessible Travel NYC, started by Lakshmee Lachhman-Persad, puts a spotlight on accessible travel experiences for disabled people.
Outdoor Shakespeare Opens at Industry City

Outdoor Shakespeare Opens at Industry City

After two sold out performances, The 2022 Brooklyn Shakespeare Festival is set to return to Industry City for the remainder of the summer.
Landlords vs. Tenants: One Small Property Owner Shares Her Perspective

Landlords vs. Tenants: One Small Property Owner Shares Her Perspective

'It seems like the landlords and tenants are put against each other. It shouldn't be, because the small landlords see people as their bread and butter.'
Children of Incarcerated Parents Receive Surprise Donation of 21 Bikes, Thanks to the Nigel Sylvester Foundation

Children of Incarcerated Parents Receive Surprise Donation of 21 Bikes, Thanks to the Nigel Sylvester Foundation

"What’s summer without bikes? Our scholars are beyond excited to test them out.” said Sharon Content, Children of Promise founder and president.
To Landmark or to Not Landmark? Here's What Neighbors and Developers Discussed Re: the Fate of 120-Year-Old Mansion in Bed-Stuy

To Landmark or to Not Landmark? Here's What Neighbors and Developers Discussed Re: the Fate of 120-Year-Old Mansion in Bed-Stuy

The neighborhood meeting happened just two days before the Landmark Preservation Commission will decide on next steps.
Five People Indicted in Brooklyn for a Scheme to Silence American Critics of China

Five People Indicted in Brooklyn for a Scheme to Silence American Critics of China

Defendants include a federal law enforcement officer and a private investigator who lied to FBI agents and obstructed justice
A Boring Story About Straight Vampires? No Way, Says This BK Author in Her New Book, 'Youngblood'

A Boring Story About Straight Vampires? No Way, Says This BK Author in Her New Book, 'Youngblood'

'If I wanted to write a book about straight vampires falling in love at a boarding school, it would be tremendously boring. Those are just stories that have been told so many times.'
When Life Hands You Lemons: 3 Brooklyn Teens on What it Takes to Graduate High School and Get into College

When Life Hands You Lemons: 3 Brooklyn Teens on What it Takes to Graduate High School and Get into College

Across some urban areas of the United States, as many as 50% of Black males do not graduate from high school. An Ocean Hill public school is fixing this, one student at a time.