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Brooklyn Elected Officials Say COVID-19 Pandemic Made Worse by Systemic Inequalities

Local officials all agree: beating the virus is an uphill battle in communities that were already poorly resourced

Apr 10, 2020 12:33 PM Read more >

Movement Gathers Steam in Brooklyn to Suspend Ballot Petition Challenges Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

The borough's young Democrats say it will save lives and democracy

Apr 9, 2020 11:52 AM Read more >

IMPORTANT MESSAGE From Flatbush Hatzolah About Family Members In Hospitals

Important message from Flatbush Hatzolah for those with family members in the hospital over Yom Tov and Shabbos: Flatbush Hatzolah has spoken to our Rabbonim following many requests how family members should communicate with their doctors.

Apr 9, 2020 11:28 AM Read more >

Passover, a Celebration of Freedom

The commemoration of the exodus from Egypt is a powerful metaphor that is appreciated not only by Jews, but by people of other faiths as well.

Apr 8, 2020 3:45 PM Read more >

New Data Shows COVID-19 Disproportionately Killing Black and Hispanic New Yorkers

NYC preliminary data showing Black and Hispanic communities have much higher death rates than any other racial group

Apr 8, 2020 3:23 PM Read more >

'The Microbiome Doctor' Shares Top-Three Immune Boosting Tips for Fighting COVID-19

Dr. Raphael Kellman shares with BK Reader holistic advice on strengthening our immune systems

Apr 8, 2020 1:07 PM Read more >

Virtual Funeral Service Offered by Brooklyn Funeral Director For Grieving Families Of COVID-19

It's safe to say that the coronavirus pandemic has taken a huge toll on all of us. Especially those who have been infected with COVID-19 or have lost a loved one(s) from the virus.

Apr 8, 2020 12:53 PM Read more >

What's Going Down at Restoration During the Covid-19 Crisis?

This "non-essential" operation was actually very essential to many Central Brooklyn residents

Apr 8, 2020 5:14 AM Read more >

This Iconic Brooklyn Cafe is Feeding Healthcare Workers on the Frontlines

Fort Greene restaurant Brooklyn Moon is serving 200 meals a day to Brooklyn hospital staff

Apr 7, 2020 1:20 PM Read more >

Bed-Stuy, Time to Get Cooking and Get Counted with the Census and Chef Titus

In live Instagram demonstration, Master Chef Titus offers viewers a few tips and tricks on preparing tasty dishes on a budget

Apr 6, 2020 5:12 PM Read more >