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After City Planning Commission Approves Franklin Ave. Lot Rezoning, Developer Pulls a Switcheroo

After City Planning Commission Approves Franklin Ave. Lot Rezoning, Developer Pulls a Switcheroo

Although Continuum Partners got the approval to build at 10-story building at 962-972 Franklin Ave., the firm decided to build as-of-right.
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New Public Plaza Opens on Williamsburg Waterfront

New Public Plaza Opens on Williamsburg Waterfront

Domino Square, a one-acre plaza, will have an ice skating rink in November.
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Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

"Your vote is precious and a way to make a complaint," Jumaane Williams, the city's public advocate, said at a recent discussion at Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
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Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean Wins Historic Preservation Award

Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean Wins Historic Preservation Award

Brooklyn’s Little Caribbean won the 2024 Excellence in Historic Preservation Award by the Preservation League of New York State.
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Brooklyn Museum to Celebrate 200th Anniversary Oct. 5 - 6

Brooklyn Museum to Celebrate 200th Anniversary Oct. 5 - 6

Tickets will be released on a rolling basis starting Sept. 20 for museum members and Sept. 23 for the general public.
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Lefferts Historic House to Honor Shirley Chisholm With Art, Fashion Event on Sept. 29

Lefferts Historic House to Honor Shirley Chisholm With Art, Fashion Event on Sept. 29

Prospect Park Alliance, in collaboration with the Shirley Chisholm Cultural Institute, invites families to make a cape and participate in a fashion show.
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Cinema With a Cause: Empowering NYC Through Film And Civic Engagement

Cinema With a Cause: Empowering NYC Through Film And Civic Engagement

The Center For Law and Social Justice launches a film screening series that address critical social issues for Black Americans.
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Asase Yaa School of The Arts Will Begin Classes in Bed-Stuy

Asase Yaa School of The Arts Will Begin Classes in Bed-Stuy

The first day of classes in the new state-of-the-art community space is on Oct. 4.
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Brooklyn Museum Celebrates 200 Years With a Rebrand

Brooklyn Museum Celebrates 200 Years With a Rebrand

The Brooklyn institution unveiled a refreshed brand and visual identity, marking a significant step in its evolution.
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Windsor Terrace Divided Over Lot Rezoning Proposal

Windsor Terrace Divided Over Lot Rezoning Proposal

The rezoning plan for 467 Prospect Ave. sparked heated debate at Monday's Community Board 7 meeting.
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