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NYC Imposes Limit on Lyft and Uber Vehicles, Sets Minimum Wage for Drivers

NYC Imposes Limit on Lyft and Uber Vehicles, Sets Minimum Wage for Drivers

NYC becomes the first U.S. city to regulate app dispatch companies such as Uber and Lyft.
Navy Yard to Receive Giant Mural Created by Brooklyn Youth Artists

Navy Yard to Receive Giant Mural Created by Brooklyn Youth Artists

The mural was conceived and painted by 28 Brooklyn-based youth apprentices and will be installed at the Navy Yard's Dock 72, the manufacturing hub's newest building.
Rogers Avenue in Flatbush to Be Co-Named in Honor of Haitian Revolutionary Leader

Rogers Avenue in Flatbush to Be Co-Named in Honor of Haitian Revolutionary Leader

Rogers Avenue will be co-named to Jean-Jaques Dessalines Boulevard, honoring the first leader of an independent Haiti. A section of Rogers Avenue will be co-named in honor of Haitian leader Jean-Jacques Dessalines. Photo credit: Google Maps.
Annual Festival Returns to Celebrate Unity and Diversity of 'One Crown Heights'

Annual Festival Returns to Celebrate Unity and Diversity of 'One Crown Heights'

The One Crown Heights Festival boasts a full program of family-friendly activities and performances in appreciation of the neighborhood's diversity. One Crown Heights Festival returns on Sunday, August 12. Photo credit: Brooklyn Children's Museum.
Project Homemade Brings Free Healthy Eating Classes to East New York

Project Homemade Brings Free Healthy Eating Classes to East New York

Project Homemade not only teaches cooking techniques but focuses on educating the community to make healthier food choices. Project Homemade founder Sophia Samuda.
BKLYN CLAY to Open Brooklyn’s Largest Ceramics Studio in Prospect Heights

BKLYN CLAY to Open Brooklyn’s Largest Ceramics Studio in Prospect Heights

Scheduled to open this October, BKLYN CLAY will offer 24/7 membership access, classes, workshops, and events for adults and children. BKLYN CLAY will open a new studio in Prospect Heights this fall. Photo credit: BKLYN CLAY/ Twitter.
Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

"Remy Takes Flight," by Salisha Shears, helps little travelers learn what's in store at the airport. Salisha Shears poses with her new book outside a cafe in Ditmas Park.

Mayor Signs 'Airbnb Bill,' Cracking down on Illegal Home Rentals

Under the new law, home sharing services, such as Airbnb, are required to disclose the names and addresses of their hosts and may face fines. Photo credit: guests.
City to Spray for Mosquitoes in Central and East Brooklyn

City to Spray for Mosquitoes in Central and East Brooklyn

In the fight against mosquitoes, the health department uses pesticides that are low-risk to people and pets, and provides the community with additional tips and resources to "fight the bite.
Celebrate National Night Out in Central and East Brooklyn

Celebrate National Night Out in Central and East Brooklyn

Meet your local police officers and neighbors while enjoying free food, games, prizes and music during the annual National Night Out