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'Black Writers Lighting the Way:' A Rebroadcast and Community Conversation

'Black Writers Lighting the Way:' A Rebroadcast and Community Conversation

If you missed the groundbreaking conference in March, The Center Black Literature is offering another chance to be a part of this important conversation
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Former City Aide Shares His Story of Falling Victim to Lawsuit Lending After Police-Involved Injury

Former City Aide Shares His Story of Falling Victim to Lawsuit Lending After Police-Involved Injury

The Rev. Kirsten John Foy is on a mission to address the problem of 'Lawsuit Lending Abuse'
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Let the Games Begin! Dave & Buster's Opens in Atlantic Center

Let the Games Begin! Dave & Buster's Opens in Atlantic Center

The arcade offers Brooklynites around 125 different arcade games, including Nets-themed Basketball.
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Brooklyn's District 33 is The First to Release Its Own Climate Plan

Brooklyn's District 33 is The First to Release Its Own Climate Plan

The plan's goals are to expand green spaces, build new storm surge protections, reduce building and car emissions, and reach a zero waste goal.
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'Wedding Band' (A Love/Hate Story in Black and White) Will Have You Married to Your Seat

'Wedding Band' (A Love/Hate Story in Black and White) Will Have You Married to Your Seat

Written by Alice Childress and directed by Awoye Timpo, Wedding Band is making its first appearance in Brooklyn since its New York premiere in 1972.
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DEC Delays Decision 6th Time Around National Grid Gas Vaporizers Near Greenpoint NYCHA Property

DEC Delays Decision 6th Time Around National Grid Gas Vaporizers Near Greenpoint NYCHA Property

The Department of Environmental Conservation said it will not issue a permit decision for National Grid's project in Greenpoint until the utility has gone through a process with another state department
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Mayor Adams, Gov. Hochul Cut the Ribbon on 129 Affordable Apartments in Downtown Brooklyn

Mayor Adams, Gov. Hochul Cut the Ribbon on 129 Affordable Apartments in Downtown Brooklyn

The Nevins Street Apartments mixed-use housing development offers 129 affordable apartments and 78 supportive homes
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Viral Comedy Duo Syd & Mike Step Out From IG Stoner Vids to Potential TV Series

Viral Comedy Duo Syd & Mike Step Out From IG Stoner Vids to Potential TV Series

The comedians behind the viral 'Syd & Mike' Instagram videos have an opportunity to get a TV series off the ground, with their pilot being chosen for SeriesFest
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New Poll Finds NY'ers Back State Legislation Providing No-Fault Evictions and Automatic Lease Renewals

New Poll Finds NY'ers Back State Legislation Providing No-Fault Evictions and Automatic Lease Renewals

With moratorium on evictions now expired, many advocates argue that the legislation offers a more effective and stable solution than extension of the eviction moratorium
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Brooklyn Nets Unveil New NYCHA Fitness Center in Red Hook

Brooklyn Nets Unveil New NYCHA Fitness Center in Red Hook

The renovation and re-opening of the Joseph Miccio Community Center Fitness Room is part of the NBA 7th Anniversary Legacy Project
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