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Brooklyn Wins $10M State Grant to Boost Downtown Revitalization

Brooklyn Wins $10M State Grant to Boost Downtown Revitalization

A local planning committee will identify economic development, transportation, housing and other projects that align with the community's needs.
Call for Artists: Flatbush Avenue Bid Launches Street Banner Art Competition

Call for Artists: Flatbush Avenue Bid Launches Street Banner Art Competition

The competition gives local artists a chance to present their art in the BID's businesses and, if selected, all around Flatbush.
Survey Reveals Eco Benefits and Value of Prospect Park Trees

Survey Reveals Eco Benefits and Value of Prospect Park Trees

The survey gives insights into the evolving ecosystem and the economic, environmental and health benefits of Brooklyn’s largest park. 
Senator Parker Hosts Annual Black College Expo

Senator Parker Hosts Annual Black College Expo

Students met college recruiters from various institutions and participated in workshops to learn more about college access and affordability.
Bushwick Students 'Brighten Broadway' with Colorful Street Signs

Bushwick Students 'Brighten Broadway' with Colorful Street Signs

The student-led campaign aims to change the narrative of a Bushwick corridor that is often seen as uninspiring and dangerous.
Brooklyn Navy Yard Unveils 5.1M-Square-Foot Expansion Plan to Create 10K Jobs

Brooklyn Navy Yard Unveils 5.1M-Square-Foot Expansion Plan to Create 10K Jobs

The plan also envisions new retail and open spaces to make the Navy Yard more accessible to its surrounding neighborhoods.
Ready, Steady, Go! Bed-Stuy's Annual 10K Run and Fun Walk Returns

Ready, Steady, Go! Bed-Stuy's Annual 10K Run and Fun Walk Returns

The Restoration run has become one of NYC's premier 10Ks that attracts people of all ages and fitness levels.
'It's Highway Robbery!' Brooklyn Senior Residents Protest Against City Seizing Homes

'It's Highway Robbery!' Brooklyn Senior Residents Protest Against City Seizing Homes

Under the Third Party Transfer, the city forecloses on homes for unpaid property taxes — without notifying the homeowners, the seniors say
Homeownership Program Provides 15 Families with Affordable Brownsville Homes

Homeownership Program Provides 15 Families with Affordable Brownsville Homes

Habitat for Humanity's program offers new homes, created with the help of professionals and volunteers, to lower-income families.
Oko Farms Sprouts Sustainable Bounty in Bushwick’s Backyard

Oko Farms Sprouts Sustainable Bounty in Bushwick’s Backyard

Oko Farms uses aquaponics, a water-saving farming system, to start the conversation in Bushwick.