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No Building, No Permits - How a Brownsville Charter School Found a Home

Key Collegiate Charter School director Katie Mazer faced a labyrinth of leases and permits when housing developer Camber Property Group came to the rescue.

Oct 10, 2018 2:25 PM Read more >

It's a Shellebration! Crabby Shack to Open Second Location in Clinton Hill

The Crabby Shack Sandwich Shop, slated to open October 26, will bring crabby goodness on sandwiches, salads and sides

Oct 9, 2018 3:54 PM Read more >

The 2018 Bushwick Film Festival Returns with Packed 5-Day Program

The Bushwick Film Festival showcases films created by the best and most diverse emerging independent filmmakers in Brooklyn and worldwide.

Oct 9, 2018 1:46 PM Read more >

Housing Lottery to Open for 51 Mid-Income Units in Flatbush

The rent-stabilized units come with new appliances such as dishwasher, laundry and dryer, and amenities including a naturally lighted gym, a landscaped roof deck and a separate dog run

Oct 9, 2018 11:46 AM Read more >

Legalizing Marijuana: What It Could Mean for New Yorkers

Experts and community members gathered at Bed-Stuy's Restoration Plaza to discuss the possibilities and implications of legalizing marijuana.

Oct 8, 2018 8:32 PM Read more >

Brooklyn Faces Commercial Vacancy Crisis, Advocacy Group Warns

Nonprofit ANHD pushes for a commercial vacancy registry to hold landlords accountable who leave spaces vacant to hike up rents

Oct 5, 2018 5:14 PM Read more >

Yo! Brooklyn Artist Deborah Kass Has Something to Say!

The public art activation OY/YO has returned to Brooklyn, on display at the Brooklyn Museum

Oct 5, 2018 1:37 PM Read more >

Health Department Launches Campaign to Help Men Quit Smoking

New Yorkers who want to quit smoking can apply for free nicotinic patches and lozenges through October 18

Oct 5, 2018 12:04 PM Read more >

Makeover Complete! Atlantic Center's Target Unveils New Redesign

Store's major renovations feature a more modern look and a smoother checkout system

Oct 4, 2018 4:17 PM Read more >

Betsy Head Park's $30M Overhaul to Begin in November

The construction will roll out in two phases, bringing a skate park, adult fitness equipment, basketball courts, a new track and more to Brownsville.

Oct 4, 2018 3:28 PM Read more >