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Report: St. Francis College Ranks High for 'Best Chance a Poor Student Becomes a Rich Adult'

Report: St. Francis College Ranks High for 'Best Chance a Poor Student Becomes a Rich Adult'

Graduation rate, class size, tuition cost, post-graduate employment... these all are traditional measurements most students consider when selecting a college or university.
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Brooklyn, Born and Bred... Until I'm Dead!

BROOKLYN: BORN AND BRED…UNTIL I'M DEAD! Former immigrants who dug deep roots in Sunset Park "The Art of Seeing" by Michael Milton "…in our sun-down perambulations, of late, through the outer parts of Brooklyn, (we) get better air in our lungs…" Walt
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Why Zarah's Not a Killer: A Perspective From Her Middle School Teacher

Why Zarah's Not a Killer: A Perspective From Her Middle School Teacher

Zarah Coombs Photo: Facebook Everyone failed Zarah Coombs and her late 4-year-old son, Zamair: The oppressive dominant culture that she and her son did not belong to; the educational system that acknowledged her intelligence, but did not reward it or
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Airbnb vs. New York City: When The City and Home Sharing Can't See Eye to Eye

Airbnb vs. New York City: When The City and Home Sharing Can't See Eye to Eye

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New Clinic in Brownsville Opens to Assist Those Suffering in Silence from Mental Illness

New Clinic in Brownsville Opens to Assist Those Suffering in Silence from Mental Illness

ICL's new clinic at 484 Rockaway Avenue Last Friday, Institute For Community Living , held an open house to introduce the community to its latest center in Brownsville, located at 484 Rockaway Avenue. The center was packed to capacity.
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Dining Etiquette: Elbows Off the Table!

Dining Etiquette: Elbows Off the Table!

By Tyler Gabriel The founder of Protocol International recently told a Medgar Evers College audience that mastering fine-dining is an important part of establishing long, prosperous relationships.
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B-Coop Holds Free Tax Prep Help for Local Small Businesses and Freelancers

Brooklyn Coop hosts tax preparation class for small businesses and freelancers Calling all small business owners of Central Brooklyn! Did you know that one of the top-three SBA-approved small business lenders is located right in your back yard? With
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Your Exclusive Anti- 'Alternative Facts' Weekend

Your Exclusive Anti- 'Alternative Facts' Weekend

Here comes the weekend, whether you like it or...
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Rep. Yvette D. Clarke Vows to Keep Brooklyn a 'Sanctuary City' for Immigrants, at Swearing-in Ceremony

Congresswoman Clarke taking oath Brooklyn Representative Yvette D. Clarke, joined by family members, on Wednesday was administered the ceremonial oath of office for her 6th term in Congress.
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BPs Adams, Diaz Launch Education Task Force for Gifted & Talented Children of Brooklyn, Bronx

BPs Adams, Diaz Launch Education Task Force for Gifted & Talented Children of Brooklyn, Bronx

(l to r): Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. On Monday, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams and Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
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