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No G Train Service Between Bedford and Church Overnight This Week

The G Train Already disgruntled with the general slowness of the train? Well, take a deep breath, because "The Slow-Train" will become "The No-Train" two nights this week.
Flu Season Turns Up-Get Your Flu Shot

Flu Season Turns Up-Get Your Flu Shot

"Children skipped rope to the rhyme 'I had a little bird, it's name was Enza. I opened the window and in-flu-Enza.'', Dr. Patricia Doyle wrote in Memories of the 1918 Flu Pandemic Haunt 21 st Century when recalling her Grandmother's stories.

Subway Style

New York City's mass transit system is the great equalizer.

Extend Unemployment Benefits? Senate Votes Today

Millions of Americans still remain unemployed or under employed. The Senate will vote today on whether or not benefits should be extended. Photo: a.scpr.

The Week Ahead: January 6 - January 10, 2014

Here's a rundown of a few things you should know about the week ahead in Central Brooklyn: 1. Alternate side parking rules are suspended today, Monday, Jan 6, to continually facilitate snow removal. Meters remain in effect. 2.

Orthodox Jewish Community Stands in Solidarity With Family of Slain Millionaire Developer Menachem Stark

One of eight children (left) is surrounded by elder Satmar as he learns about the murder of his father, Menachem Stark (right) Photo: ELI WOHL/VIN NEWS Brooklyn's two largest Orthodox Jewish communities, the Satmar and Lubavitch, may have their diffe

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.