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How to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine in Brooklyn

In the second of this two-part series on vaccination in Brooklyn, BK Reader looks at vaccine distribution in the borough, the timeline of the rollout and who is eligible
Feb 14: Brooklyn Black History Maker, MC Lyte

Feb 14: Brooklyn Black History Maker, MC Lyte

MC Lyte forged the way for other female MCs to find their path in the often-sexist, male-dominated world of hip-hop.

Who Is Behind the Illegal Trash Dumping in Brownsville and East New York?

Councilmember Darma Diaz has partnered with youth organization Elite Learners to tackle the dirty problem and find out who’s causing it
5 Things to Do With Your Boo in Brooklyn This Valentine's Day

5 Things to Do With Your Boo in Brooklyn This Valentine's Day

Although the pandemic may have stopped most PDA's over the last year, there are still plenty of ways to show your affection this Valentine's Day

What You Need to Know About Lunar New Year

This Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year) we’re entering the Year of the Ox
Brooklyn Nets Will Allow Fans at Home Games Before the End of the Month

Brooklyn Nets Will Allow Fans at Home Games Before the End of the Month

Under Governor Andrew Cuomo's new plan, stadiums with at least a 10,000 person capacity will be able to have spectators in attendance beginning February 23.

Mayoral Hopeful Scott Stringer Calls for $25M Emergency Food Program for Undocumented New Yorkers

The program is part of Stringers food security plan that was released this week
Brooklynites Share Their Thoughts on the COVID-19 Vaccine

Brooklynites Share Their Thoughts on the COVID-19 Vaccine

In part one of this two-part series on the COVID-19 vaccine rollout in Brooklyn, BK Reader took to the streets to see whether residents were feeling optimistic or hesistant about how things are going
Brooklyn Public Library Holds Carnevale-Themed Showcase for 2020 Fashion Academy Grads

Brooklyn Public Library Holds Carnevale-Themed Showcase for 2020 Fashion Academy Grads

The Brooklyn Public Library didn't abandon its Fashion Academy designers in 2020. Instead, it extended the academy.
Vaccination Center to Open at Brooklyn's Medgar Evers College

Vaccination Center to Open at Brooklyn's Medgar Evers College

The center will be one of two new major vaccination sites in New York City opened in partnership between the White House and state government