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Statistically superlative in terms of homicide rates and failing schools, Brownsville needs to kick its bad rap - and the key is to increase home ownership, says Mawuli Hormeku who is running for a City Council seat for District 42 against incumbent

photo credit: amny.com A lot is changing in Brownsville and East New York: new housing, new retail and dozens of renovation projects afoot. And - the Brownsville Fresh Food Box program is just around the corner, starting its third season in June.

Councilmember Laurie A. Cumbo, Congresswoman Yvette D. Clarke, Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams, Assemblyman Walter T. Mosley, Councilmember Jumaane D.

Scene from the documentary "Healing Neen" May is Mental Health Month ! The Healthy Start Brooklyn Community Action Network will celebrate Mental Health Month with three free activities in East Brooklyn beginning Friday, May 19, through Saturday, May

Employment Opportunities in Brooklyn Seeking employment? Here are five new opportunities posted this week within just a few miles from where you live: Retail Associate for a Hair Boutique job in Brooklyn, NY Company: Human Hair Boutique Job Title: Re

Eric L. Adams, the Brooklyn borough president, during a town hall meeting in March. Criticizing a plan by Mayor Bill de Blasio, to bring new shelters to Brooklyn.

On Sunday, May 21, at Marine Park, Flatbush Doulas will host Brooklyn's first "No Child Wet Behind Diaper Drive and 5K.

The weekend is here, so let's all cheer. Ok, maybe not cheer. That might be a bit much, but the weekend is a reason to have a drink, cut a rug and gather with friends. So in that spirit, here's a few recommendations for your social calendar.

May 14 - May 20 has been dubbed National Prevention Week by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

Now in its 40th year, DanceAfrica 2017 returns, beginning Friday, May 26 - Monday, May 29, for its annual celebration of dance, music and culture of the African diaspora in the United States and abroad.