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Report: Brownsville Families Enter Shelters at More than Twice the Citywide Rate

Brownsville was the second-most severely rent-burdened neighborhood in Brooklyn
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Bklyn’s 'First and Only' Androgynous Thrift Shop Struggles to Keep its Doors Open

Bklyn’s 'First and Only' Androgynous Thrift Shop Struggles to Keep its Doors Open

In recent months, the owners say they've experienced what they believe are tactics to push them out.
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Dentists Warn on Valentine's Day: Cavities are Contagious, so Kiss at Your Own Risk!

Dentists Warn on Valentine's Day: Cavities are Contagious, so Kiss at Your Own Risk!

Hershey's aren't the only kisses that can cause cavities. Local dentist gives advice on how to best guard your oral health on this day of love!
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Feb 11: Black History Maker, Michael Jordan

Feb 11: Black History Maker, Michael Jordan

Michael Jordan is widely considered one of the best basketball players of all time
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2020 Artstory Exhibit Bucks '150 characters or Less,' and Let's Residents Express!

2020 Artstory Exhibit Bucks '150 characters or Less,' and Let's Residents Express!

This year's Black History installation presented by MARP, "Some Words" highlights the power of communication
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Feast, Fete and Show off Your Most Fabulous Headpiece at the 2020 Prospect Park Soiree!

Feast, Fete and Show off Your Most Fabulous Headpiece at the 2020 Prospect Park Soiree!

Tickets go on sale Tuesday, February 11
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Feb 10: Black History Maker, June Jordan

Feb 10: Black History Maker, June Jordan

One of the most widely published and highly acclaimed African-American writers of her generation
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HULU Series, 'High Fidelity,' Starring Zoë Kravitz Will Take Over Brooklyn Record Store

HULU Series, 'High Fidelity,' Starring Zoë Kravitz Will Take Over Brooklyn Record Store

The romantic comedy touches on gentrification, and it is set in a Crown Heights record store in Brooklyn.
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Feb 8: Brooklyn History Maker, Lena Horne

Lena Horne broke barriers as one of the first, highly acclaimed black actresses in Hollywood who used her status to speak on behalf of civil rights for all
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With Espinal's Exit, Here Are Two Candidates Next in Line for District 37

With Espinal's Exit, Here Are Two Candidates Next in Line for District 37

A little over a week ago, City Councilmember Rafael Espinal announced he was leaving his city council seat. Since then, reinforcements have stepped up.
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