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Why Did this Prospect Heights School Vote to Eliminate its Gifted and Talented Program?

Why Did this Prospect Heights School Vote to Eliminate its Gifted and Talented Program?

Hint: G&T programs have been criticized in recent months for their racial composition
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Three Brooklyn College Authors Make 2019 'Best Books' Lists

Three Brooklyn College Authors Make 2019 'Best Books' Lists

One mostly recently was named among former President Barack Obama’s favorite books of 2019
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New Art Exhibit Explores Death and its Effect on Those Left Behind

New Art Exhibit Explores Death and its Effect on Those Left Behind

BRIC and the Green-Wood Cemetery collaborate for "Death Becomes Her" group exhibition
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Here's Mayor de Blasio's Plan for Stemming Anti-Semitic Violence in Central Brooklyn

Here's Mayor de Blasio's Plan for Stemming Anti-Semitic Violence in Central Brooklyn

New neighborhood safety coalitions, increased police patrols, advertising campaign and new school curriculum
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Census Bureau Increases Pay Rate for NYC Workers to $28/Hour

Census Bureau Increases Pay Rate for NYC Workers to $28/Hour

The pay increase takes effect Monday, January 6
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Cumbe Kicks off New Year With Community 'Get Fit' Challenge & MLK Dance Immersion Day

Cumbe Kicks off New Year With Community 'Get Fit' Challenge & MLK Dance Immersion Day

Are you ready to get you life in 2020? Local dance studio offers two ways to get fit in the new year!
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Nia, the Fifth Day of Kwanzaa Means 'Purpose'

Nia, the Fifth Day of Kwanzaa Means 'Purpose'

Nia recognizes purpose, the focus on building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness
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Espinal Criticizes Gov. Cuomo's Decision to Keep E-Bikes and E-Scooters Illegal

Espinal Criticizes Gov. Cuomo's Decision to Keep E-Bikes and E-Scooters Illegal

Espinal says legalizing e-bikes helps NYC live up to its claim as a sanctuary city for immigrants
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Ujamaa, the Fourth Principle of Kwanzaa means 'Cooperative Economics'

Ujamaa, the Fourth Principle of Kwanzaa means 'Cooperative Economics'

Ujamaa: "To build our own businesses, control the economics of our own community and share in all its work and wealth."
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Ujima, the Third Principle of Kwanzaa, means 'Collective Work and Responsibility'

Ujima honors a commitment to active and informed togetherness on matters of common interest
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