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Brooklyn Nets Unveil New NYCHA Fitness Center in Red Hook

Brooklyn Nets Unveil New NYCHA Fitness Center in Red Hook

The renovation and re-opening of the Joseph Miccio Community Center Fitness Room is part of the NBA 7th Anniversary Legacy Project
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Residents of Low-Lying Brooklyn Share Growing Concern Over Rising Sea Levels and Increasing Flood Risks

Residents of Low-Lying Brooklyn Share Growing Concern Over Rising Sea Levels and Increasing Flood Risks

Recent United Nations research estimates sea levels are likely to rise by 6 to 12 inches by midcentury, and up to two feet by the end of the century.
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Sunset Park Bike Shop Wants to Bring the Disabled Community Along for a Free Ride!

Sunset Park Bike Shop Wants to Bring the Disabled Community Along for a Free Ride!

The nonprofit, Adapt Ability, helps provide adaptive bicycles for the disabled community
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Bed-Stuy Librarian, Nicole Bryan, Named 2022 Mover and Shaker by the Library Journal

The award recognizes emerging and inspiring leaders from around the world who are developing model programs and moving libraries forward for the next generation
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Family of Brooklyn Teacher Killed in Maryland Receives More Than $100,000 in Donations

Family of Brooklyn Teacher Killed in Maryland Receives More Than $100,000 in Donations

The wife and son of a Brooklyn teacher killed in an accident in his hometown of Annapolis, Maryland have received an outpouring of community support since his tragic death.
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The Bed-Stuy Olympian Paving the Way for Today's Young Runners

The Bed-Stuy Olympian Paving the Way for Today's Young Runners

Cheryl Toussaint trains girls and young women, to bring out their inner spark and compete in a free, pre-Olympic track and field program.
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Extreme is Never Too Much for This Brooklyn Nonprofit Helping Disabled Children and Their Families

Extreme is Never Too Much for This Brooklyn Nonprofit Helping Disabled Children and Their Families

The nonprofit, Extreme Kids and Crew, has had a positive impact on many disabled children since its founding over a decade ago.
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Barrio Solar Is Helping Brooklynites Save Energy and Money by 'Going Solar,' With $3,500 Incentive

Barrio Solar Is Helping Brooklynites Save Energy and Money by 'Going Solar,' With $3,500 Incentive

A pilot program made possible by a trio of non-profits is trying to make solar energy easy to understand and access for low-income communities in Brooklyn
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Find Out Why These Brooklyn Seniors Are on The Move!

Find Out Why These Brooklyn Seniors Are on The Move!

The JASA Senior Alliance Center in Manhattan Beach offers meals, housing, computer training, and even zumba classes.
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Meet Jerry Nurse, The Man Dubbed Brooklyn’s ‘Most Dedicated Volunteer’

Meet Jerry Nurse, The Man Dubbed Brooklyn’s ‘Most Dedicated Volunteer’

During National Volunteer Month, Jerry Nurse is recognized for his unwavering dedication to serving New Yorkers facing food insecurity.
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