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Photos: Brooklyn NonProfits Celebrated for Their Commitment to Racial Equity and Social Justice in the Borough

Five organizations were awarded $100,000 each for demonstrating creativity and impact in addressing critical challenges in the borough Cecilia Clarke, president and CEO of Brooklyn Community Foundation, proudly displays check for $100,000 award Photo

Feb 9, 2018 2:24 PM Read more >

New Web Portal NYCHOPE Offers Resources for Domestic Violence Survivors

NYCHOPE offers a directory of local services; information about signs of abuse; and a guide about how to help a person experiencing abuse - easily and safely accessible from any smartphone, tablet or computer. Photo credit: NYC.

Feb 9, 2018 10:05 AM Read more >

Bed-Stuy 4th Graders Are Headed off to Medgar Evers College

The young academics of Bed-Stuy's P.S. 5 are participating in the 16-week 'SOAR with STEM' program, a Medgar Evers College Pipeline initiative Seventeen young scholars were send off to Megar Evers College to partake in the 'SOAR with STEM' program.

Feb 8, 2018 11:52 AM Read more >

Adams Proposes Plan of Action to Tackle NYCHA Heating Crisis

In lieu of the ongoing NYCHA heating crisis, Adams urged to better utilize city resources, expedite the bureaucratic processes, as well as increase real-time communication with residents on the progress of repairs.

Feb 7, 2018 11:54 AM Read more >

After 18-Month Renovation, Marcy Library Reopens its Doors to Local Bookworms

While Marcy Library was closed, BPL refreshed and modernized it with paint, new tables, chairs and shelving, computers, enhanced lighting and a modern children's area with an interactive activity wall.

Feb 7, 2018 10:15 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Historical Society Honored with NY Museum Association's Award of Merit

The Brooklyn Historical Society's online oral history portal, which documents the histories of Brooklyn's diverse ethnic and cultural communities, was recognized with a 2017 Innovation in Collection Access Award The Brooklyn Historical Society Photo:

Feb 6, 2018 1:12 PM Read more >

City Expands Free '3-K for All' to Bed-Stuy, Opens Application Process

After launching the free 3-K for All program in Brownsville last year, the initiative expands to Bedford Stuyvesant for the school year 2018-19 and to East New York the following year.

Feb 6, 2018 11:29 AM Read more >

How Sweet It Is: Follow Explore Brooklyns Trail to the Boroughs Best Chocolate Makers

The borough's first-ever guide to Brooklyn's fabulous chocolate makers features 12 stops of chocolatey bliss - just in time for Valentine's Day! Photo credit: Explorebk.

Feb 5, 2018 2:35 PM Read more >

'Donuts for Grown-Ups' May Become Your New Dekalb Market Hall Snack Addiction

Cuzin's Duzin isn't your average donut shop, and owner Todd "The Donutologist" Jones isn't your average donut maker. Each bag of Cuzin's Duzin donuts comes with a warning: 'Caution: Contents are extremely addictive.

Feb 5, 2018 12:52 PM Read more >

Is Brooklyn Becoming the New Hub for Food Innovation? You be the Judge!

This past Wednesday in Brooklyn, an AgTech meetup brought together leaders in the organic and sustainable food industry for mindshare, planning...

Feb 2, 2018 4:02 PM Read more >