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A Low-Cost Vet Clinic Opens in Central BK, Thanks to Flatbush Cats

A Low-Cost Vet Clinic Opens in Central BK, Thanks to Flatbush Cats

While exact prices are not yet announced at the new vet clinic, a kitten or puppy wellness visit could be as low as $100.
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Prospect Park Greenlights New Monument Honoring First Black Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm's Legacy, BK Roots

Prospect Park Greenlights New Monument Honoring First Black Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm's Legacy, BK Roots

The monument to Shirley Chisholm — the first Black congresswoman and the first woman to seek the Democratic presidential nomination — will greet park visitors at this gateway to the Flatbush community and beyond.
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Brooklyn Students Transform Commercial Area in Community Cleanup

Brooklyn Students Transform Commercial Area in Community Cleanup

The teams of volunteers focused on 86th Street, between 18th Avenue and 23rd Avenue, Bay Parkway around Seth Low Park, and 18th Avenue between 83rd Street and Bath Avenue.
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Brooklyn's Feirstein School of Cinema Earns Industry Nods

Brooklyn's Feirstein School of Cinema Earns Industry Nods

The Brooklyn-based film school was recently named one of the best in the country by two leading industry publications.
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Transportation Alternatives Celebrating 50th Anniversary with Bike Tour Event

Transportation Alternatives Celebrating 50th Anniversary with Bike Tour Event

There will be a post-ride festival featuring food and drink specials, music and more.
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The Society of Old Brooklynites Elects Crown Heights' Dr. Frederick Monderson as New President

The Society of Old Brooklynites Elects Crown Heights' Dr. Frederick Monderson as New President

The new president of the Society of Old Brooklynites is a Vietnam War veteran, Egyptologist and retired public school teacher who has served on Community Board 8’s transportation committee.
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New Tail Wag-Worthy Dog Park Opens in Prospect Heights

New Tail Wag-Worthy Dog Park Opens in Prospect Heights

The new public facility is now open at 595 Dean St.
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Local Uproar: Popular Bed-Stuy Coffee Shop Faces Boycott Over Allegations of Labor Injustice

Local Uproar: Popular Bed-Stuy Coffee Shop Faces Boycott Over Allegations of Labor Injustice

Long touted as a community space, Playground Coffee Shop is facing a boycott amid claims of wage theft and allegations the business profited off the images of its young, LGBTQ+ employees of color.
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It's Back-to-School Time! Get Free School Supplies in BK at These 6 Events

It's Back-to-School Time! Get Free School Supplies in BK at These 6 Events

Get a free backpack and more for your young student at these local giveaway events.
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What's Causing the Recent Mass Mortality of Fish and Aquatic Life in the Gowanus Canal?

What's Causing the Recent Mass Mortality of Fish and Aquatic Life in the Gowanus Canal?

Tests confirm the primary factor behind the mass fish die-off in July
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