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PHOTOS: Excitement Fills Bedford Union Armory as Major Owens Community Center Officially Opens

The new health and wellness center was officially opened Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by a number of community and political stakeholders

Oct 28, 2021 12:04 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Getting New Academic Facility: The Research Yard

The Research Yard will connect students and teachers from Pratt Institute and New York City College of Technology to the Brooklyn Navy Yard's business ecosystem

Oct 27, 2021 5:49 PM Read more >

What to Do in BOOO-klyn This Halloween Weekend

Dust off your costumes, jazz up your mask and hit the streets of Brooklyn this weekend for some freaky fun and adrenaline-inducing adventures!

Oct 27, 2021 2:28 PM Read more >

With Closure of Crown Heights Supermarket, Farmstand Hopes to Alleviate Loss of Fresh Food

The farmstand is open on Fridays and is accompanied by a mobile COVID-19 testing and vaccination van

Oct 27, 2021 12:02 PM Read more >

One Brooklyn Health Celebrates Breast Cancer Warriors with Glam Day

Each honoree received a back massage, a trophy, treats, fabulous clothes and wigs, and a chance to strut their stuff.

Oct 26, 2021 6:14 PM Read more >

The Pandemic Has Made it Even Harder for One in Three Americans to Obtain Healthy, Affordable Food

Millions of Americans left the workforce during the pandemic, so it may not be surprising that 53% of those with limited food access reported having fewer financial resources than they did before then.

Oct 26, 2021 2:23 PM Read more >

Youth Justice Network Is Using Art for Rehab for Teens Coming From Rikers Island

The organization’s art program has started painting largescale murals of historic figures to inspire young people coming home from prison

Oct 26, 2021 11:47 AM Read more >

After Weathering Noise Complaints, Downpours, Crown Heights Marching Band Finally Gets a Place to Call Home

BU Marching Band finally has a home, after battling noise complaints and rain while practicing outdoors for the Met Gala and other top events

Oct 25, 2021 5:43 PM Read more >

East NY Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Killing His Brother: Brooklyn DA

An East New York man has been sentenced for the fatal 2018 shooting

Oct 25, 2021 5:04 PM Read more >

20 Brooklyn Nonprofit Finalists Selected for $100K SPARK Prize

Brooklyn Community Foundation’s SPARK Prize has returned for 2021 to honor nonprofits that have sparked changed across Brooklyn

Oct 25, 2021 4:19 PM Read more >