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City Makes a Splash With More Free Swim Lessons

City Makes a Splash With More Free Swim Lessons

With the city investing an additional $5.5 million, about 4,800 second graders will be able to attend free swim classes.
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Eric Adams Defines His Mayoral Campaign: “I know what I’m doing.”

Eric Adams Defines His Mayoral Campaign: “I know what I’m doing.”

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said that as an incumbent, his campaign schedule differed from that of other candidates.
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Left Hook: Seven NYC Mayoral Candidates Court Liberal Voters

Left Hook: Seven NYC Mayoral Candidates Court Liberal Voters

With 90 days left until the June Democratic primary election, seven mayoral candidates on Saturday tried to stand out in a crowded field.
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City Planning Commission Approves Two Brooklyn Projects; Hears Divided Opinion on Coney Island Casino

City Planning Commission Approves Two Brooklyn Projects; Hears Divided Opinion on Coney Island Casino

The Atlantic Avenue Mixed-Use Plan and an apartment complex on Empire Boulevard gets a nod from the the City Planning Commission, while testimony was split on bringing a casino development to Coney Island.
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Over 30 Black Clergy Members Endorse Andrew Cuomo For Mayor

Over 30 Black Clergy Members Endorse Andrew Cuomo For Mayor

The endorsement includes a nod from 14 faith leaders in Brooklyn.
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Governor Hochul Announces Request For Proposals For Affordable Housing Redevelopment in Clinton Hill

Governor Hochul Announces Request For Proposals For Affordable Housing Redevelopment in Clinton Hill

Governor Hochul had unveiled plans for the redevelopment of vacant Brooklyn property into 100% affordable housing and community center.
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NYC Comptroller Report Finds MTA Express Bus Service Fails Riders With Disabilities

NYC Comptroller Report Finds MTA Express Bus Service Fails Riders With Disabilities

Comptroller Brad Lander's report highlights accessibility issues, unreliable service, and calls for MTA reforms.
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Zellnor Myrie Raises Over $3.8M for NYC Mayoral Bid, Backed by 4,000+ Donors

Zellnor Myrie Raises Over $3.8M for NYC Mayoral Bid, Backed by 4,000+ Donors

Brooklyn State Senator pledges bold leadership with plans for affordable housing and universal afterschool programs if elected.
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New City Pilot Program Asks Truck Drivers to Pay to Park Overnight

New City Pilot Program Asks Truck Drivers to Pay to Park Overnight

The pilot program will be launched in three areas, including in the Flatlands/Fairfield Industrial Business Zone in Brooklyn.
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Governor Hochul Launches DFS Connect to Tackle Soaring Drug Prices

Governor Hochul Launches DFS Connect to Tackle Soaring Drug Prices

DFS Connect debuts as statewide watchdog for prescription drug spikes and PBM practices
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