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Sincerely, Tommy: A Love Letter to Bed-Stuy

Kai Avent-Deleon, co-owner of Sincerely, Tommy clothing boutique, located at 343 Tompkins Avenue " Sincerely, Tommy " opened for business only 30 days ago and already—like a funky new hairstyle, nose ring or tattoo-- the business has embellishe

It’s a Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood! Council Speaker Mark-Viverito Takes a Stroll Through Bed-Stuy

(l to r): City Council Speaker Melissa Mark-Viverito with Smokey Island Grille Co-Owner Tai Walker, City Councilmember Robert Cornegy, Jr.
State Names 8 Hospitals as Responders in Case of Ebola, None in Brooklyn

State Names 8 Hospitals as Responders in Case of Ebola, None in Brooklyn

Gov.
Cumbo 'Goes Purple' Against Domestic Violence

Cumbo 'Goes Purple' Against Domestic Violence

Wednesday morning, City Councilmember Laurie A.

Man Shot in the Leg on Chauncey St., Police Investigating

Police are looking for the gunman responsible for a Wednesday night shooting on Chauncey Street. According to 81st Pct.
The Brooklyn Bolts, Borough's First Professional Football Team in 70 Years, are Here!

The Brooklyn Bolts, Borough's First Professional Football Team in 70 Years, are Here!

Brooklyn Borough President Eric L.
VIDA to Celebrate Brooklyn Leaders

VIDA to Celebrate Brooklyn Leaders

The Vanguard Independent Democratic Association (VIDA) is holding a fundraising dinner to honor some of Central Brooklyn's elected leaders and also bring light to the vital role the Democratic club plays in the community today.
You're Invited: Celebrate the Launch of 4 New Local Businesses

You're Invited: Celebrate the Launch of 4 New Local Businesses

This is will be fun! Join Simplicity Bar and Lounge owner's Chris and Charisse this Saturday for the launch of four new local businesses! African Frames (a Bed-Stuy company) Sugar Butter Batter Curvy Girls Lingerie, and Perfect Lady Aromatherapy Clea
Cuomo Signs Bill Making Yogurt the Official Snack of New York

Cuomo Signs Bill Making Yogurt the Official Snack of New York

Well, I hope you love yogurt as much as Andrew Cuomo, because on Wednesday, the governor signed legislation making yogurt New York's official snack, reported the Daily News .
Ebony Golden’s Triple Consciousness and Negotiating the Black Female Body Politic

Ebony Golden’s Triple Consciousness and Negotiating the Black Female Body Politic

In artist Ralph Lemon's latest art-performance project Scaffold Room , produced by MAPP International, Lemon examines archetypal black female personae in American pop culture, transposed over the oft-exaggerated and borderline mythological characteri