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Local Church Prepares to Open New Community Fridge in Bushwick

Local Church Prepares to Open New Community Fridge in Bushwick

A local church is partnering up with organizing hub Mayday Space to fight hunger through the creation of a new community fridge.
Biggie Tribute Concert Happening in Brooklyn w/ Busta Rhymes, Lil’ Kim, The LOX & More

Biggie Tribute Concert Happening in Brooklyn w/ Busta Rhymes, Lil’ Kim, The LOX & More

The legacy of Brooklyn's finest, Biggie Smalls, will be celebrated at a show in his home borough this summer. The lineup features those who knew and collaborated with Biggie, including Busta Rhymes, Lil' Kim, The LOX, DJ Stephcakes and more.
Adams’ Top Aide Doubled Her Salary While Moonlighting on His Campaign

Adams’ Top Aide Doubled Her Salary While Moonlighting on His Campaign

Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams' top aide doubled her salary during the mayoral primary race by working both for his campaign and at her taxpayer-funded job, an examination by THE CITY found.
Mask Compliance Falls in NYC Subway Stations as COVID Infection Rate Rises

Mask Compliance Falls in NYC Subway Stations as COVID Infection Rate Rises

Volunteers were out distributing masks in Brooklyn Tuesday, urging the public and police officers who work in the subways to wear them. MTA officials have been watching the trend for the past several weeks.
Longtime Family Business Allan’s Bakery Serves Up Caribbean Treats in PLG

Longtime Family Business Allan’s Bakery Serves Up Caribbean Treats in PLG

Allan's Bakery, a third-generation family-owned and operated bakery in Prospect Lefferts Garden, has served Brooklyn for over 60 years.
This Central Brooklyn Street Is Among Deadliest In US, Study Says

This Central Brooklyn Street Is Among Deadliest In US, Study Says

A corridor in Brooklyn has a new, unfortunate honor: it's one of the most dangerous streets in the nation for pedestrians, according to a recent study.
These Are the Workers Who Kept New York Alive in Its Darkest Months

These Are the Workers Who Kept New York Alive in Its Darkest Months

The city's 2.5 million service workers were at the center of the pandemic as it ravaged New York. Some kept the city running, often at risk to their own lives.
Brooklyn Senior Starts Community Garden for Kids in NYCHA Development

Brooklyn Senior Starts Community Garden for Kids in NYCHA Development

A Brooklyn man living with disabilities helped start a community garden at his NYCHA development, and now, it's become a safe haven and neighborhood jewel for kids in his community — especially during the pandemic.
Man Hit With Multiple Charges After Allegedly Assaulting NYPD Officer With Glass Bottle In East Flatbush

Man Hit With Multiple Charges After Allegedly Assaulting NYPD Officer With Glass Bottle In East Flatbush

An alleged assault on a police officer in Brooklyn was caught on camera. The NYPD released body camera video Monday of what it says was an unprovoked attack early Sunday morning in East Flatbush .
Can NYC’s Storefront Registry Help Level the Playing Field for Embattled Commercial Tenants?

Can NYC’s Storefront Registry Help Level the Playing Field for Embattled Commercial Tenants?

Born and raised on Manhattan's Lower East Side, Francisco Gonzalez knows New York City's storefronts are sacred — bodegas, barbershops, beauty salons, 24-hour laundromats, legendary holes in the wall and proverbial eyes on the street.