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Mayor Eric Adams Op-Ed: Cannabis Justice for All

Mayor Eric Adams Op-Ed: Cannabis Justice for All

New York City has changed the cannabis laws, but we intend to enforce them — fairly, equitably, and thoroughly.
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Op-Ed: Health Equity, A Universal Right

Op-Ed: Health Equity, A Universal Right

Dr. Priya Vythinathan is currently a Pediatric Resident and an MPH student at SUNY Downstate.
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Since Retiring, This Crown Heights Artist Discovers Who She is Through Painting

Since Retiring, This Crown Heights Artist Discovers Who She is Through Painting

Darla Ebanks opened MY Gallery NYC in Crown Heights has exhibited Otto Neals, Larry Weeks and emerging artists. 
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BK NAACP President and Politics Podcaster L. Joy Williams Nominated For NAACP Image Award

BK NAACP President and Politics Podcaster L. Joy Williams Nominated For NAACP Image Award

Williams is recognized for the award alongside peers Trevor Noah, Eboni K. Williams, Trymane Lee and Will Lucas.
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NYC Scholarship Month: What New York Families Should Know

NYC Scholarship Month: What New York Families Should Know

The Save for College Program is a tool for families to advance their goals of college and career readiness, family empowerment and strong family-community ties.
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Above The Curtain: A Brooklyn Flyman Looks Back on His Career

Above The Curtain: A Brooklyn Flyman Looks Back on His Career

By Jake Bolster Operating a fly system in a theater on Broadway used to involve several crew members in the wings pulling ropes connected to rows of steel beams high above the proscenium arch.
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Op-Ed: The Future of Women’s Rights and Health

Op-Ed: The Future of Women’s Rights and Health

By Dr. Wilcox, Dr. Allen, Dr. Morse and Dr. Hayes, all physicians at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and NYC Health and Hospitals. January 22nd marked the 50 th anniversary of Roe v.
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A Cat Will Take Over Your Life (And You Won't Mind)

A Cat Will Take Over Your Life (And You Won't Mind)

Jim Niesen, artistic director of Irondale Ensemble Project in Fort Greene, shares his thoughts about a recent loss.
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Op-Ed from Mayor Eric Adams: Preliminary Budget Address

Mayor Eric Adams released his $102.7 billion preliminary budget plan for 2024 last week.
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Since Getting His First Camera, This Flatbush Resident Has Kept a Promise: to Document 'Our Stuff'

Since Getting His First Camera, This Flatbush Resident Has Kept a Promise: to Document 'Our Stuff'

Gore's upcoming exhibit "Witnessing Faith" opens Jan. 28, at the Interchurch Center, 61 Claremont Ave. at 120th St.
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