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A Night of Connecting and Critical Thinking at S.O.S

A Night of Connecting and Critical Thinking at S.O.S

Monday night, 12 participants from Crown Heights's Save Our Streets (S.O.S.) initiative joined outreach workers David Gaskin, Rudy Suggs and Lavon Walker at the Mediation Center to connect and discuss the meaning of community in their lives.

Ebola Patient Dr. Craig Spencer Goes Home Disease-Free

Dr. Craig Spencer is cured of Ebola, released from hospital Photo: NBCnews "Hello, my name is Craig Spencer," the first Ebola patient in New York City said Tuesday at a press conference. He looked pale but fit as he made his public debut.
Pratt Institute Presents 'Planning for Parks: What’s Next?'

Pratt Institute Presents 'Planning for Parks: What’s Next?'

Planning for Parks: What's Next? with Commissioner Mitchell J.
Linkin Park at Barclays Center for Hunting Party Tour

Linkin Park at Barclays Center for Hunting Party Tour

LINKIN PARK has announced it will Barclays Center on January 25, part of the band's The Hunting Party Tour , featuring special guests, RISE AGAINST and OF MICE & MEN.

Poll: 92% of NY'ers Say They're Satisfied with Obamacare

President Barack Obama hugs Edna Pemberton, who introduced him, before speaking with volunteers who helped people enroll through the HealthCare.gov site at Temple Emanu-El Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2013, in Dallas.

Puff Puff, Pass! Mayor Changes NYC Marijuana Policy

NYC Marijuana Policy Changes People stopped for low-level marijuana possession in New York City will now be issued tickets instead of being arrested, reported the Wall Street Journal.
Staff at Boys and Girls Will Have to Reapply for Their Jobs

Staff at Boys and Girls Will Have to Reapply for Their Jobs

The de Blasio administration announced Friday that it would require the entire staff at Boys and Girls High School to reapply for their jobs next year, the result of a deal with the teachers' and principals' union that came just before a state deadli
City Councilmember Cumbo Wins 'Stars of NY Dance' Competition and Fundraiser

City Councilmember Cumbo Wins 'Stars of NY Dance' Competition and Fundraiser

A collection of young artists from different dance companies performs "1960 What?" a dedication to Rev.

Bed-Stuy Crime Blotter: Crime up 9 Percent for Year in 81st Pct

Crime is down 8 percent for the week of October 27 — November 2, 2014, in the 81st Precinct, covering the eastern half of Bedford-Stuyvesant. According to CompStat , there were 34 total reported incidents in the 81st Pct.
The Week Ahead: Nov. 10 – Nov. 15

The Week Ahead: Nov. 10 – Nov. 15

1. Alternate side of the street parking is suspended on Tuesday, November 11 , in recognition of Veterans Day. 2.Weather : A high of 62 on Tuesday. Rain predicted for Wednesday.