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Espinal and Adams Are Pushing for Urban Agriculture Bill Package

Espinal and Adams Are Pushing for Urban Agriculture Bill Package

The legislation would require the city to analyze the potential of urban farming and to create a comprehensive urban agriculture plan to support urban gardeners and farmers.
The World's Only 'Mindful Triathlon' Returns to Prospect Park

The World's Only 'Mindful Triathlon' Returns to Prospect Park

The 'mindful triathlon' celebrates, which combines a 5K run, a yoga session and a guided meditation, has been attracting thousands of participants each year. Photo credit: yogatropic Sometimes you don't have to travel far to satisfy your wanderlust.

Back to School Health Fairs in Central and East Brooklyn

The health fairs provide free health screenings and offer useful resources and workshops on subjects such as weight management, healthy nutrition and more. As the summer is slowly coming to an end it is time to get the kids ready for school.
More than 130,000 Drivers Have Been Speeding Past Schools Since Deactivation of Speed Cameras

More than 130,000 Drivers Have Been Speeding Past Schools Since Deactivation of Speed Cameras

The city was required to shut off speed cameras in 120 school zones as a result of the NY State Senate ending its legislative session before bringing the issue up for a vote.
'Commercial Corridor Challenge' Boosts Small Businesses in East New York

'Commercial Corridor Challenge' Boosts Small Businesses in East New York

The pilot program provides funds, expertise and support to carry out physical improvements to storefronts and streetscapes, and to boost and attract business in East New York.
This Nonprofit Teaches Brooklyn Kids Sustainable Living and Urban Farming in Bed-Stuy

This Nonprofit Teaches Brooklyn Kids Sustainable Living and Urban Farming in Bed-Stuy

Nonprofit Radical Living teams up with the city's GreenThumb initiative to educate young people about community gardening, healthy eating and sustainability. Denise Higgins helps young volunteers inspect their plants.
Photos: Community Celebrates Crown Heights Diversity with Festival and New Mural

Photos: Community Celebrates Crown Heights Diversity with Festival and New Mural

The community gathered to unveil a collaborative mural honoring the spirit of 'One Crown Heights' and celebrated with food, games and performances in Brower Park City Council Majority Leader held the opening remarks.
Working Families Party Looks to Unseat 'Corporate Democrats' in Upcoming Elections

Working Families Party Looks to Unseat 'Corporate Democrats' in Upcoming Elections

A minor political party could make major waves this fall with its push for progressive legislation in support of working people Photo courtesy of Working Family Party Championing bread-and-butter causes affecting low and middle-income earners, such a
East New York Health Center Opens Community Dental Clinic

East New York Health Center Opens Community Dental Clinic

HealthCare Choices Inc. opened its state-of-the-art dentistry to bring a much-needed array of dental services to the East New York community.
Missing Brownsville Siblings Found Safe in Manhattan Starbucks

Missing Brownsville Siblings Found Safe in Manhattan Starbucks

The two Brownsville children were found sleeping in a Starbucks on 325 West 49th Street and were taken to a hospital for observation.