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Exploring History Out of School, BPL's History Day Proves a Hit with Students

Exploring History Out of School, BPL's History Day Proves a Hit with Students

Students covered everything from Rockettes to the last American slave ship in this year’s annual history day contest
When Can Kids Get the COVID-19 Vaccine? A Pediatrician Answers 5 Questions Parents Are Asking

When Can Kids Get the COVID-19 Vaccine? A Pediatrician Answers 5 Questions Parents Are Asking

By: James B. Wood , Indiana University School of Medicine A big question among parents and teachers as more schools reopen is when their kids will be vaccinated against COVID-19. Some have wondered whether the vaccine is even necessary for children.
Comedic BK Docuseries Scrutinizes NYC's Worst Landlords

Comedic BK Docuseries Scrutinizes NYC's Worst Landlords

Filmmaker and comedian Jeff Seal uses comedy to expose New York's worst landlords in a three-part documentary series, out next month.

NYC's Female Frontline Workers to Dance Down Virtual Red Carpet for Social Justice

The Red Carpet for Social Justice is an annual shared celebration of women’s accomplishments, diversity, and collective strength

All New Yorkers 16+ Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine Starting April 6

New Yorkers aged 30 and above can schedule appointments for vaccination starting March 30
Associated Supermarket Owner Sued Over Efforts to Save Crown Heights Store

Associated Supermarket Owner Sued Over Efforts to Save Crown Heights Store

Pablo Espinal was given 30 days to vacate Associated Supermarket from its current building after serving the community for 30 years
'Life changing' Allergy Treatment Clinic Opens in Brookyn

'Life changing' Allergy Treatment Clinic Opens in Brookyn

A.R.T. Allergy Release Technique has a holistic approach to treating food allergies, and getting people back to eating what they want.
Where Do Candidates Stand on Climate and the North Brooklyn Pipeline?

Where Do Candidates Stand on Climate and the North Brooklyn Pipeline?

The BK Reader reached out to the top polling candidates running for NYC Mayor and BK Borough President to hear their stances on the pipeline, and their climate policies
The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Fort Greene/Clinton Hill

The Week in Crime: Spotlight on Fort Greene/Clinton Hill

Overall, crime is at the same level as last year in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill, and Brooklyn as a whole.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Gets Funding to Create Tree Management Plan for 5,000 Trees

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation granted the garden almost $50,000 to go towards tree care