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Brook-Lens: City Councilmember Robert E. Cornegy, Jr. Inaugural Ceremony

Robert E. Cornegy, Jr., is sworn in as a New York City Councilmember of Brooklyn's 36th District by Hon. Sylvia O.
A Comic Strip Set in Central Brooklyn Finds Humor in The 'Average Man'

A Comic Strip Set in Central Brooklyn Finds Humor in The 'Average Man'

Manny Burgos was 16 years old when a high school teacher discovered his talent, by way of a practical joke. "My chemistry teacher was late for class every day," said Manny.

Weekend Traffic Advisory: Bridges and Street Closures

The George Washington Bridge Brooklyn Bridge Due to the Brooklyn Bridge Ramps Rehabilitation Project, several lane closures may affect motorists travelling between Manhattan and Brooklyn.

What's Up, Weekend! Ayanna Lee, Target First Saturdays and a Free Snow Day in Prospect Park!

What: BAMCafé Live—Ayanna Lee : Velvet-voiced chanteuse Ayanna Lee draws from classic jazz, gospel and rock influences, as well as her Gullah heritage to concoct sultry R&B jams.
Crown Heights Rally Planned to Stop Gun Violence

Crown Heights Rally Planned to Stop Gun Violence

Fire and Ice: Officials Investigate Early Morning Fire on Washington Ave

Fire officials are investigating an early morning fire on Washington Avenue in Clinton Hill.

Entourage Star Spotted Eyeing Clinton Hill Property

Adrian Grenier, the lead in HBO's "Entourage," was spotted checking out a a 3,200-square-foot commercial garage in Clinton Hil Adrian Grenier, the lead in HBO's "Entourage," was spotted checking out a a 3,200-square-foot commercial garage, located at

Billy Joel's New Year's Eve Concert Sets Barclays Center Attendance Record

Billy Joel's concert New Year's Eve sets attendance record at Barclays Center Photo: 959thehawk.

ASK ROXXYWRITES: RESUME 101

Dear Roxxy, I've never really had to write a resume before. Do you have any general advice for writing a basic resume? — Resume Newbie in Brooklyn While it's true that every resume is different, most traditional resumes follow a similar format.

In Inaugural Address, De Blasio Spares No Punches, Promises 'Shared Opportunities' for all New Yorkers

Mayor Bill de Blasio delivered an inaugural address on Wednesday that made one thing clear: The change New Yorkers voted for in November has arrived, reported The Wall Street Journal .