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Manager of the Brooklyn Salon Where Workers Assaulted Black Customers Speaks out

Manager of the Brooklyn Salon Where Workers Assaulted Black Customers Speaks out

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Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

Flatbush Mom Publishes Children's Book for Traveling Tots

"Remy Takes Flight," by Salisha Shears, helps little travelers learn what's in store at the airport. Salisha Shears poses with her new book outside a cafe in Ditmas Park.
City to Spray for Mosquitoes in Central and East Brooklyn

City to Spray for Mosquitoes in Central and East Brooklyn

In the fight against mosquitoes, the health department uses pesticides that are low-risk to people and pets, and provides the community with additional tips and resources to "fight the bite.
Celebrate National Night Out in Central and East Brooklyn

Celebrate National Night Out in Central and East Brooklyn

Meet your local police officers and neighbors while enjoying free food, games, prizes and music during the annual National Night Out
Photos: 'The United Nations of Brooklyn' - BP Adams Hosts 5th Annual Day of International Friendship

Photos: 'The United Nations of Brooklyn' - BP Adams Hosts 5th Annual Day of International Friendship

Brooklynites from all origins embraced and shared their culture, celebrating the borough's diversity at the 5th annual International Day of Friendship. The Panamanian delegation.
City Issues Heat Advisory: How to Stay Cool and Healthy

City Issues Heat Advisory: How to Stay Cool and Healthy

Avoid strenuous activities during the sun's peak hours, stay indoors with your AC and drink lots of water! Le Frak Center in Prospect Park.
BP Adams Launches 'Shoot For A Cure' Basketball Benefit to Raise Awareness for Colon Cancer

BP Adams Launches 'Shoot For A Cure' Basketball Benefit to Raise Awareness for Colon Cancer

Did you know? Colon cancer, which is curable, treatable and preventable, remains the third-leading cause of cancer deaths in Brooklyn.
Video: Brownsville Goes Green with First Door-to-Door Recycling Initiative

Video: Brownsville Goes Green with First Door-to-Door Recycling Initiative

The grassroots recycling initiative just launched a few weeks ago, but it has been gaining traction as more Brownsville residents are getting on board.
NYPD Bike Sting in Full Swing, Fort Greene Cyclist Claims

NYPD Bike Sting in Full Swing, Fort Greene Cyclist Claims

Is the NYPD targeting Brooklyn bicyclists?
Health Department Warns New Yorkers of Dry Cleaning Chemicals, Offers Free Air Tests for Apartments

Health Department Warns New Yorkers of Dry Cleaning Chemicals, Offers Free Air Tests for Apartments

Longtime exposure to high levels of Perchloroethylene, a chemical most commonly used in dry cleaning, can cause problems with the nervous system, liver and kidneys, as well as cancer.