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The Mayor Has Added More Open Streets in Brooklyn: Here's the List

The Mayor Has Added More Open Streets in Brooklyn: Here's the List

The additional miles brings New York City's total to 30 miles of streets since the program was announced on April 27

Brooklyn’s Hotels Prepare for a ‘New Normal’ After Coronavirus

'We’re looking at a really dire, bleak scenario for the hotel industry here in New York for all of 2020, and arguably for the first half of 2021.'

In Brooklyn, Muslims Are Giving Back to the Community During Ramadan

Acts of benevolence are a big part of observing the holy month of Ramadan. And they continue, despite COVID-19.
Greenlight Hosts Free Virtual Readings for Youth, with Favorite Authors

Greenlight Hosts Free Virtual Readings for Youth, with Favorite Authors

This free and interactive reading event features authors of popular books for early readers, school-age children and young adults
The Social Stoops Photo Project is Connecting Communities, from Brooklyn to Abroad

The Social Stoops Photo Project is Connecting Communities, from Brooklyn to Abroad

Brooklyn photographer Dan Marino started Social Stoops to spread positivity and get people appreciating their time at home
Ten Local Brooklyn Mask Makers You Definitely Should Know About...

Ten Local Brooklyn Mask Makers You Definitely Should Know About...

A number of Brooklyn creatives are sewing face masks for the community, making it easy (and fashionable) to buy local and stay safe
COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories Abound, As Fallout from the Virus Exposes Inequalities

COVID-19 Conspiracy Theories Abound, As Fallout from the Virus Exposes Inequalities

Communities of color disproportionately bear the brunt of the pandemic. Consequently 41 percent also believe it's a conspiracy, according to a Pew survey.
The Mermaid Parade Grapples with Cancellation, Organizers Say it May Still Happen in the Fall ...

The Mermaid Parade Grapples with Cancellation, Organizers Say it May Still Happen in the Fall ...

The Coney Island Mermaid Parade was set to cancel due to COVID-19 restrictions but, already, new plans are in motion.
Prospect Park to Celebrate Earthday... Online!

Prospect Park to Celebrate Earthday... Online!

Prospect Park Alliance educators and partners are creating nature games and activities all ages will enjoy
Brooklyn Senior Citizens Talk Isolation and Getting On With Life During COVID-19

Brooklyn Senior Citizens Talk Isolation and Getting On With Life During COVID-19

Brooklyn has the largest population of seniors in the city, many of whom live alone and are finding ways to deal with social isolation