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Protestors Shut Down Bridges And Tunnels

Protestors Shut Down Bridges And Tunnels

Pro-Palestinian protesters blocked the Brooklyn, Manhattan and Williamsburg Bridges, along with the Holland Tunnel, on Monday morning causing traffic delays.
Floating River Pool Coming to City in 2025

Floating River Pool Coming to City in 2025

The swimming structure will provide New Yorkers with additional spaces to swim during the hot summers.
Vendors Set up Stalls in Dumbo Days After Trading Ban on Brooklyn Bridge

Vendors Set up Stalls in Dumbo Days After Trading Ban on Brooklyn Bridge

Mayor Adams previously said removing vendors would reduce congestion on the iconic bridge.
Governor Hochul Unveils Plan to Improve Reading Proficiency

Governor Hochul Unveils Plan to Improve Reading Proficiency

A $10 million state investment will train 20,000 teachers.
Applications Now Open For Brooklyn's FY25 Capital Funding

Applications Now Open For Brooklyn's FY25 Capital Funding

The purpose of the funding is to help make improvements throughout the borough.
Court St. R Station Shows Off New Look

Court St. R Station Shows Off New Look

Over 50 subway stations were renovated in 2023.
Legal Aid Society Calls for Reforms to Serve Tenants, Low-income Individuals

Legal Aid Society Calls for Reforms to Serve Tenants, Low-income Individuals

Attorneys called on Albany to enact a package of reforms to serve vulnerable New Yorkers.
Charter School Students Show Growth In New Test Scores

Charter School Students Show Growth In New Test Scores

Charter school students outperformed public school students during the 2022-2023 school year.
Brooklyn Activist Appointed Co-Chief of Staff by NY Assemblyman

Brooklyn Activist Appointed Co-Chief of Staff by NY Assemblyman

Dr. Larry He joins the assemblyman’s office after previously interning for him back in 2006
New Law Could Fine Landlords That Fail to Register Rent-Stabilized Units

New Law Could Fine Landlords That Fail to Register Rent-Stabilized Units

Landlords now face a $500 per month charge.