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Brooklyn’s Hotels Prepare for a ‘New Normal’ After Coronavirus

'We’re looking at a really dire, bleak scenario for the hotel industry here in New York for all of 2020, and arguably for the first half of 2021.'
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In Brooklyn, Muslims Are Giving Back to the Community During Ramadan

Acts of benevolence are a big part of observing the holy month of Ramadan. And they continue, despite COVID-19.
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Taking the Census Could Win You a Celebrity Phone Call from Lin Manuel-Miranda or Mo Rocca

Taking the Census Could Win You a Celebrity Phone Call from Lin Manuel-Miranda or Mo Rocca

To enter the contest, New Yorkers must complete the census at my2020census.gov on their computer or smartphone
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Gov. Cuomo Downplays Fears Around New York's Halt on Evictions

Gov. Cuomo Downplays Fears Around New York's Halt on Evictions

New York tenants are safe from evictions until August 20. But what happens when it's time to pay it all back?
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New Yorkers Can Now Use Their Security Deposits to Pay June Rent

But what about rents for April, May, July and August?
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VOCAL NY is Helping Brooklyn's Most Vulnerable ... With No Questions Asked And No Judgements Added

This grassroots organization is helping folks dealing with substance abuse and homelessness stay safe and healthy during the coronavirus crisis
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Black Americans are bearing the brunt of coronavirus recession – this should come as no surprise

Black Americans are bearing the brunt of coronavirus recession – this should come as no surprise

BY: William M.
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New Study Shows Staggering Effect of Coronavirus Pandemic on America's Mental Health

New Study Shows Staggering Effect of Coronavirus Pandemic on America's Mental Health

By: Jean Twenge , San Diego State University When the novel coronavirus roared into the U.S., mental health took a back seat to physical health.
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Greenlight Hosts Free Virtual Readings for Youth, with Favorite Authors

Greenlight Hosts Free Virtual Readings for Youth, with Favorite Authors

This free and interactive reading event features authors of popular books for early readers, school-age children and young adults
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Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 37 units at 7 Livonia Ave in Brownsville

Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for 37 units at 7 Livonia Ave in Brownsville

The architectural firm's cache of high-end buildings normally run in the millions. These units will be affordable.
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