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'History Teaches Us to Resist' -- A Talk with Civil Rights Activist Dr. Mary Frances Berry at Bklyn Historical Society

Resistance is not new, and it is not going away, as Dr. Berry analyzes in her latest book Photo credit: wypr.org The Brooklyn Historical Society is welcoming Civil Rights activist Dr.
Bed-Stuy Rat Summit Calls for Humane Pest Control

Bed-Stuy Rat Summit Calls for Humane Pest Control

Are feral cats the answer to keeping rodents out of Brooklyn? From left to right: District Manager Henry Butler, Community Board Chair Richard Flateau, BP Eric Adams and Councilmember Robert Cornegy, Jr. commence the Rat Summit.
'Long Live the Kane' - Big Daddy Kane Performs 30th Anniversary Concert at Coney Island Amphitheater

'Long Live the Kane' - Big Daddy Kane Performs 30th Anniversary Concert at Coney Island Amphitheater

Hip-hop veterans including DJ Mister Cee, Doug E. Fresh, Marley Marl, Fly Ty, Biz Markie, Roxanne Shante, MC Lyte and Masta Ace gathered to pay tribute the legendary Big Daddy Kane.
Two Up-and-Coming Brooklyn Filmmakers Win $10K Storytellers Scholarship

Two Up-and-Coming Brooklyn Filmmakers Win $10K Storytellers Scholarship

The two Brooklyn filmmakers were among the ten finalists chosen from 1,000 students who submitted their works. Jall Cowasji (right) and Mushfica Masud (left). Photo courtesy Nikon Storytellers Scholarship.
Comptroller Launches Probe After 820 NYCHA Kids Tested High for Lead

Comptroller Launches Probe After 820 NYCHA Kids Tested High for Lead

More than 800 children living in NYCHA housing tested positive for lead poisoning, despite the city's previous claims that only 19 children had shown concerning levels. NYCHA Grant Houses.

July 4th is Upon Us -- Where to Watch the Fireworks in Brooklyn

Check out our five top recommendations on where Brooklynites can enjoy the July 4th fireworks close to home.

It’s Getting Hot! How and Where to Stay Cool in Central Brooklyn!

In lieu of the first heatwave in 2018, the city is opening cooling centers, extending public pool hours, and issuing recommendations on how to stay cool and safe!
Sen. Hamilton Launches Resource Guide for Formerly Incarcerated, Allocates $200K for Workforce Development

Sen. Hamilton Launches Resource Guide for Formerly Incarcerated, Allocates $200K for Workforce Development

The resource guide aims to give citizens impacted by the justice system the tools to successfully reenter and reconnect with their communities.
'Jump Into Summer Block Party' Centers Health in Brownsville

'Jump Into Summer Block Party' Centers Health in Brownsville

Bristol Street in Brownsville turned into a dance party, playground and health fair for the residents On Tuesday, the Brownsville Neighborhood Health Action Center held its annual Jump into Summer Block Party on Bristol Street, an opportunity to brin
City Plans Pilot Program to Create Liveable, Affordable Basement Units in East New York

City Plans Pilot Program to Create Liveable, Affordable Basement Units in East New York

East New York's mix of one- and two-family homes with unoccupied basement units that could increase the city's stock of affordable housing.