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East New York’s Architecture Tour Promises History and Knowledge

Photo Credit: Zulmilena Then On Saturday, June 4th at 10am, longtime East New York resident Farrah Lafontant will lead a tour that illuminates the architectural gems in overlooked areas of Brooklyn.

Here's Why Pregnant Women Have Such Weird Cravings

You've heard pregnant women can develop some weird and intense food cravings—pickles and ice cream, midnight runs to the store for chips and peanut butter, and more. But...

Brooklyn Borough President Advocates For Traffic-Calming Infrastructure

Photo: streetsblog.org In a society where technology and thorough research consistently change our daily habits, the persistence of certain issues seems unnecessary. According to Brooklyn Borough President Eric L.

Crown Heights Students Protest a Proposal to Move Medgar Evers College Prep

Just as Memorial Day festivities were settling down and students prepared to re-enter school on Tuesday, one group of students at Medgar Evers College Prep decided to stand up for what they believe in.

Good Night, Sleep Tight -- Top Bedtime Tips

By Robin Smith , Excellence Baby Academy Getting Ready for Nap Time Supplementing suggestions offered by Excellence Baby Academy to help you get your children to sleep as well as bedtime book recommendations, some of which appeared in our Brooklyn Re

Juneteenth Family Fun Day Brings Positive Message to East New York

All across the United States, and beyond, celebrations commemorate this historical event of 1865 in Galveston, Texas. There, on June 19th, when word of the emancipation proclamation finally reached the enslaved, a new and uncertain way of life began.

Cancer patient diagnosed while 13 weeks pregnant gives birth to 'miracle' baby girl - despite undergoing chemo

Photo by: Wales Online A mum diagnosed with breast cancer two months after finding out she was pregnant has given birth to her own "little miracle".

Bedstuy Seniors Make Use of Matchmaking Program to Find Roomates

Throughout the diverse sections of Brooklyn, rising rent and new properties are consistently pushing older residents away from neighborhoods that they call home.

Crown Heights Church Welcomes NYPD in Special Service

In a culture that has become more and more vocal about their feelings toward law enforcement, there are still a plethora of citizens who recognize and respect police officers.

10 strange pregnancy symptoms that are nothing to worry about

You already know what to expect during pregnancy: weight gain, morning sickness and fatigue. But with all of the hormones and changes your body goes through, there are other pregnancy symptoms that might surprise you.