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Could a Community Land Trust Keep Brownsville Affordable? Local Nonprofit Says Yes.

Could a Community Land Trust Keep Brownsville Affordable? Local Nonprofit Says Yes.

Community land trusts transfer the control of city-owned land to local residents and stakeholders to maintain affordability and economic diversity of their neighborhood.
Anti-Gun Violence Group G-MACC Opens Second Office in Fort Greene

Anti-Gun Violence Group G-MACC Opens Second Office in Fort Greene

G-MACC works with ex-gang and community members to bring positive change to communities ravaged by gun violence and gang activity.
Since no ‘Work Along’ Program Exists in NYC, Here’s a List of Food Pantries in Brooklyn

Since no ‘Work Along’ Program Exists in NYC, Here’s a List of Food Pantries in Brooklyn

Places you can find free hot food and groceries in Central and East Brooklyn
'Cuomo, We're at War!' Brooklyn Tenants Demand Rent Control

'Cuomo, We're at War!' Brooklyn Tenants Demand Rent Control

Fair housing activists joined residents in Brooklyn and across the country to march against the loss of affordable units.
BAM's Annual MLK Tribute is Proof 'The Dream is Alive, and the Resistance is Real!'

BAM's Annual MLK Tribute is Proof 'The Dream is Alive, and the Resistance is Real!'

This year's celebration was a loving reminder to not give up on Dr. King's dream.

New Renderings Revealed for Betsy Head Park Overhaul

Just in time for its centennial, Betsy Head Park will get a full makeover complete with new basketball courts, a teen fitness parkour, a skate park and more.
New Crown Heights School Cultivates Progressive Minds and Civic Thinking

New Crown Heights School Cultivates Progressive Minds and Civic Thinking

Through its curriculum and special projects, the Brooklyn Green School guides students to embrace their civic responsibility, show empathy and practice eco-consciousness.
Housing Advocates Call for Racial Impact Study to Be Part of City's Rezoning Process

Housing Advocates Call for Racial Impact Study to Be Part of City's Rezoning Process

Studying the demographic changes would require the city to acknowledge that rezonings accelerate speculation and displacement, advocates say.
The People Have Spoken: Brooklyn Library’s Eagle Has a Name!

The People Have Spoken: Brooklyn Library’s Eagle Has a Name!

Named after the late Borough President Raymond V. Ingersoll, the Eagle can now peacefully nest in the central library's main lobby.
New Development to Bring 88 Units of Affordable Senior Housing to East Flatbush

New Development to Bring 88 Units of Affordable Senior Housing to East Flatbush

Located at 1488 New York Avenue, the complex will also include a 10,575-square-foot community facility for geriatric primary care and social services.