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Clarke and Red Cross Prep Brooklynites for Emergencies and Disasters

Clarke and Red Cross Prep Brooklynites for Emergencies and Disasters

Citizen Preparedness Trainings provide residents with resources to prepare for natural and man-made disasters as they become more frequent.
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Where and How to Vote in the 2018 Midterms

Where and How to Vote in the 2018 Midterms

An overview on NY voting rights and other election questions to help you prep for Tuesday's midterms!
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Espinal Introduces Bills to Fight Sexual Harassment in Nightlife Venues

Espinal Introduces Bills to Fight Sexual Harassment in Nightlife Venues

The legislation package includes mandatory bystander training for staff, sexual harassment awareness campaigns and zero-tolerance policies at venues citywide
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NY Pols, Community Leaders Decry Bigotry and Gun Violence in Wake of Pittsburgh Shooting

NY Pols, Community Leaders Decry Bigotry and Gun Violence in Wake of Pittsburgh Shooting

Members of congress, state and city government gathered in solidarity with the Pittsburgh victims
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Officer Who Nearly Died After Dragged by Fleeing Car, Honored in East Flatbush

Officer Who Nearly Died After Dragged by Fleeing Car, Honored in East Flatbush

Detective Dalsh Veve was recognized for his heroic efforts and exemplary behavior in the line of duty.
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Councilmember Jumaane Williams Announces Run for NYC Public Advocate

Councilmember Jumaane Williams Announces Run for NYC Public Advocate

The Flatbush councilman is gearing up to replace NY Attorney General hopeful Tish James
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Sen. Parker Calls on Cuomo to Pass Bill to Make Non-Emergency 911 Calls Illegal

Sen. Parker Calls on Cuomo to Pass Bill to Make Non-Emergency 911 Calls Illegal

In August, Parker introduced legislation to classify the misuse of 911 calls as a class B misdemeanor.
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Pols and Community Leaders Unite Against Anti-Semitic Hate Crimes in Brooklyn

Brooklyn Councilmember Deutsch announced legislation to holistically address hate crimes.
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Brooklyn Pols Call on New Yorkers to Fight Trump's 'Public Charge' Immigration Rule

Brooklyn Pols Call on New Yorkers to Fight Trump's 'Public Charge' Immigration Rule

Espinal described the public charge rules as 'the cruelty centerpiece of Trump’s agenda;' Adams called it 'officially ludicrous.' Both ask for your support.
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Register to Vote at Your Nearest LinkNYC Kiosk

Register to Vote at Your Nearest LinkNYC Kiosk

The NY voter registration deadline is Friday, October 12, but busy New Yorkers can quickly sign up on any of the 1,700 LinkNYC kiosks across the city
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