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As Haiti Battles Aftermath of Earthquake, BK Community Leaders Organize Relief Efforts

As Haiti Battles Aftermath of Earthquake, BK Community Leaders Organize Relief Efforts

In Brooklyn -- a borough that more than 90,000 Haitian-Americans call home – the community is organizing relief efforts of much-needed supplies to send to Haiti.
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Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Shooting that Left 11-Year-Old Paralyzed

A 30-year-old Brooklyn man pleaded guilty to charges of attempted murder and assault
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BK Climate Tech Startup One of 15 Awarded a Spot in Nationwide Apple Accelerator

BlocPower was the only New York-based company awarded a spot in the impact accelerator program targeted at minority-owned businesses
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NY Liberty and Nia Long to Host Back-to-School Celebration at Barclays Center

NY Liberty and Nia Long to Host Back-to-School Celebration at Barclays Center

Friday’s celebration will be followed by a New York Liberty game and panel discussion
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Immunocompromised NYers Urged to Get Third Vaccine Dose

The City has recommended that New Yorkers with moderate to severely compromised immune systems get a third dose of the Moderna and Pfizer mRNA vaccines
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Artist Cey Adams of Def Jam Records to Host Drink and Draw Workshop in BK

Artist Cey Adams of Def Jam Records to Host Drink and Draw Workshop in BK

The workshop will be held in DUMBO Archway on August 25
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Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID Test Now Required for Celebrate Brooklyn Shows, BRIC Announces

Proof of Vaccination or Negative COVID Test Now Required for Celebrate Brooklyn Shows, BRIC Announces

BRIC has announced the new policy that will begin this Thursday, August 19
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Taste Chaat Masala, Carrot Halwa Ice Cream at BK Pop-Up Celebrating Adventurous Eating

Taste Chaat Masala, Carrot Halwa Ice Cream at BK Pop-Up Celebrating Adventurous Eating

Taste-‘buds’ Malai and Kalamata's Kitchen host a BK pop-up with activities, a read-aloud and Indian-inspired ice cream for kids on August 26.
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A Mom, a NYC Public School Teacher ... and Homeless

A Mom, a NYC Public School Teacher ... and Homeless

Joyelle Powell tells her story of being homeless in New York City with a young daughter, while also chasing her dream of being a school teacher
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Brooklyn Sen. Zellnor Myrie Named Lawmaker of the Year by National Gun Safety Orgs

Brooklyn Sen. Zellnor Myrie Named Lawmaker of the Year by National Gun Safety Orgs

Everytown for Gun Safety, Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action recognized lawmakers from across the country
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