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NYC's Largest State Park Debuts in East New York

A former landfill along Jamaica Bay has been transformed into a green oasis, the 407-acre Shirley Chisholm State Park

Jul 2, 2019 4:54 PM Read more >

It's a Graduation! Bklyn Dads Complete Program that Helps Them Reconnect with Their Kids

The free 12-week class empowers previously absent dads to become a strong and caring presence in their children's lives

Jul 2, 2019 3:24 PM Read more >

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks Return to Brooklyn Bridge

Check out our selection of local destinations where Brooklynites can watch Macy's dazzling pyrotechnic extravaganza

Jul 2, 2019 12:34 PM Read more >

At Post Office Renaming, Clarke Vows to Improve Postal Service in Central Brooklyn

Rep. Clarke is the channeling the "fighting spirit" of the late Rep. Major Owens, a progressive advocate for education and equality, to restore her constituents' faith in reliable postal service

Jul 1, 2019 4:46 PM Read more >

Little Explorers Can Discover the Great American Wilderness at this New Exhibit

Reading Zoo is a new storybook-based exhibit that draws inspiration from the Brooklyn Children's Museums collection of animal taxidermy.

Jul 1, 2019 3:36 PM Read more >

48th Annual International African Arts Festival to Feature Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, Etana and More!

The longest running cultural arts festival in the U.S. dedicated to celebrating the cultural and historical legacy of people of African descent returns from July 4-7

Jul 1, 2019 2:37 PM Read more >

Bklyn Kids Can Keep Busy with These Summer Sports Classes at Local Parks

The CityParks Foundation is offering free track and field, golf and tennis classes at local parks throughout Central Brooklyn

Jun 28, 2019 6:11 PM Read more >

Apple Sales in China Projected to Fall 50% This Year

Apple Inc is blaming falling company revenues on a slowdown in iPhone sales in China

Jun 28, 2019 2:37 PM Read more >

Persaud Honors Contributions of 19 Powerful East Brooklynites

Among the honorees were firefighters, EMTs and students, as well as a government official, a social worker, a librarian, an engineer and an author

Jun 28, 2019 12:44 PM Read more >

Free Swim Clinic Promotes Water Safety Among East Flatbush Residents

Senator Kevin Parker hosted the clinic to help reduce drowning incidents which occur at a higher rate among communities of color

Jun 28, 2019 11:29 AM Read more >