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Crown Heights Tenants Say Landlord Neglects to Repair Building's Deteriorating Conditions

Crown Heights Tenants Say Landlord Neglects to Repair Building's Deteriorating Conditions

Tenants at one Crown Heights building say they're fed up with their landlord not fixing deteriorating building conditions. Ayanna Dore moved into 567 Saint John's Place just as the city went into lockdown last year.
Junior's Restaurant Offers Free Mini Cheesecake to Those Who Get Vaccinated Against COVID

Junior's Restaurant Offers Free Mini Cheesecake to Those Who Get Vaccinated Against COVID

Krispy Kream announced earlier this week that it would be giving away a free doughnut to anyone who shows their vaccination card at checkout. Now, New York's iconic Junior's Restaurant is stepping up with their own offer.
Why Seven Crown Heights Streets Are Named for Upstate Cities

Why Seven Crown Heights Streets Are Named for Upstate Cities

Kingston. Albany. Troy. Schenectady. Utica. Rochester. Buffalo. Seven avenues running north to south in Crown Heights, all named for New York state cities north of the five boroughs.
NYCHA Resident Workers Begin Installing Solar Roofs

NYCHA Resident Workers Begin Installing Solar Roofs

Con Edison has begun installing solar panels across New York City Housing Authority developments with a program that creates jobs for residents and saves them money on energy bills.
Brooklyn Paper Weekender: Seven things to do in Brooklyn March 26-28

Brooklyn Paper Weekender: Seven things to do in Brooklyn March 26-28

Grab some crafts to-go : Drop by the Flatbush Library on Friday to pick up a free grab-and-go craft kit! Each kit contains everything you need to make your own fun crafts at home, courtesy of the Brooklyn Public Library.
What the Deal to Legalize Marijuana Means for New Yorkers

What the Deal to Legalize Marijuana Means for New Yorkers

After years of failed attempts, recreational marijuana may soon be legal in New York. On Thursday, state officials finalized a deal to legalize the drug for adults 21 and older, paving the way for a potential $4.
Candlelight Vigil Held in Remembrance of Slain 47-Year-Old Brooklyn Man

Candlelight Vigil Held in Remembrance of Slain 47-Year-Old Brooklyn Man

A candlelight vigil was held to remember 47-year-old Jeroid Tindal, who was shot and killed in his home, in Bed-Stuy Wednesday night.
Hip-Hop Pioneer Shares Story of Battle with Colon Cancer

Hip-Hop Pioneer Shares Story of Battle with Colon Cancer

A Brooklyn native and hip-hop pioneer is sharing his story on how he survived colon cancer to help raise awareness and save lives. Kangol Kid, of East Flatbush, got his cancer diagnosis on Feb. 3.
New District Manager Takes the Reins at Community Board 9

New District Manager Takes the Reins at Community Board 9

Crown Heights' Community Board 9 officially has a new district manager, after six years of operating without one.
New Yorkers Spot Rare Pair of Dolphins in East River

New Yorkers Spot Rare Pair of Dolphins in East River

New Yorkers were treated to a surprise visit from two friendly dolphins in the East River on Tuesday afternoon. The dolphins were spotted near WNYC Transmitter Park in Brooklyn around noon. Click here to view original web page at abc7ny.