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City Council to Hold Hearing on HPD's Third Party Transfer Program

The program, designed to solvage distressed properties, has come under scrutiny for seizing properties from Brooklyn homeowners

Jul 8, 2019 12:50 PM Read more >

Iconic Fashion Designer Dapper Dan Debuts Memoir at BAM

The legendary designer will discuss his highly anticipated autobiography and its larger cultural and historical context.

Jul 8, 2019 11:13 AM Read more >

Cumbo Hosts Info Session to Help Homeowners Avoid Tax Lien Sale

Homeowners have until July 19 to set up payment agreements with the NYC Department of Finance to avoid the lien sale

Jul 5, 2019 3:11 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Community Foundation Picks 6 Local Orgs for Incubator Project

The Incubator Project boosts emerging social justice organizations by providing them with a $5,000 grant, free co-working space and professional development support.

Jul 5, 2019 1:42 PM Read more >

City Launches Campaign in Bushwick Clubs to Warn About Fentanyl-Laced Cocaine

Health department officials warn that New Yorkers who use cocaine, even occasionally, may be at risk of an opioid overdose.

Jul 5, 2019 11:58 AM Read more >

After 35 Years, Fort Greene's Academy Diner Is Shutting Down

Locals will miss the neighborhood spot for its affordable, all-day breakfast menu and welcoming service.

Jul 3, 2019 3:41 PM Read more >

2019 Wingate Concert Series Returns with Monica, Al B. Sure, Bebe Winans and More!

BJ the Chicago Kid, Angie Stone, Third World, Avant and William McDowell, among others, are also joining this years soulful lineup

Jul 3, 2019 1:54 PM Read more >

Shootings Continue to Spike in Central and East Brooklyn

Brownsville, East New York, Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy have seen a 28 percent increase in shootings, according to new NYPD data

Jul 3, 2019 12:26 PM Read more >

NYC's Largest State Park Debuts in East New York

A former landfill along Jamaica Bay has been transformed into a green oasis, the 407-acre Shirley Chisholm State Park

Jul 2, 2019 4:54 PM Read more >

It's a Graduation! Bklyn Dads Complete Program that Helps Them Reconnect with Their Kids

The free 12-week class empowers previously absent dads to become a strong and caring presence in their children's lives

Jul 2, 2019 3:24 PM Read more >