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Richard Burroughs

Richard Burroughs

Richard Burroughs is a Brooklyn-based sportswriter and sports enthusiast covering the Brooklyn Nets and the NY Liberty for BK Reader, where he also writes editorial content. His love of sports goes back to his childhood and reading the New York Times and Daily News sports sections with his dad at the kitchen table. He was formerly a marketing and PR executive representing clients such as Coca-Cola, Benneton, Adidas, Virgin, and Sam Adams. Rich is an art curator who produces an exhibition called Cover Lover Remix, and also an open-format DJ (DJ Dick At Nite), and a Brooklyn TV personality.

Recent Work by Richard

Brooklyn Bowl Celebrates 15 Years of Rocking Out in Williamsburg

Brooklyn Bowl Celebrates 15 Years of Rocking Out in Williamsburg

The nightlife staple will continue to host a variety of special events through December.
Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

"Your vote is precious and a way to make a complaint," Jumaane Williams, the city's public advocate, said at a recent discussion at Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
After 62 Yrs, Crest Hardware in Williamsburg to Close on Friday

After 62 Yrs, Crest Hardware in Williamsburg to Close on Friday

Owner Joseph Franquinha said the community's connection to the store was "deeper than he imagined."
Afropunk's BLKtopia Delivers Late Summer Fun in Prospect Park

Afropunk's BLKtopia Delivers Late Summer Fun in Prospect Park

Afropunk became a huge hit for its unapologetic exclamation that Black is as beautiful as it is eclectic and as it is diverse!
It's Just Two Old Guys In a Cadillac

It's Just Two Old Guys In a Cadillac

Op-Ed: This should be a presidential election where all the old guys slide over, hang up the nice suits and let a different generation cook.
Slavery-Related Racial Reckoning is Not Just a Southern Thing, It's a Brooklyn Thing

Slavery-Related Racial Reckoning is Not Just a Southern Thing, It's a Brooklyn Thing

Op-Ed: America has a greasy history of slavery, racism, stolen land and discrimination, which also happened in Brooklyn.
Voices of The Enslaved Resonate at Lefferts Historic House Art Exhibit

Voices of The Enslaved Resonate at Lefferts Historic House Art Exhibit

The artist Adama Delphine Fawundu used a composite of textiles, including her grandmother's that she's had for about 50 years, to create the art installation.
Author Marks 20 Years of Brooklyn Cyclones Legacy

Author Marks 20 Years of Brooklyn Cyclones Legacy

Author Ben Osborne chronicled the creation of the minor league team in his book "The Brooklyn Cyclones: Hardball Dreams And The New Coney Island" 20-years ago. 
Laurie Cumbo Pops in Moshood Gown for Met Gala

Laurie Cumbo Pops in Moshood Gown for Met Gala

Brooklyn's Restoration Plaza was the site of a gown reveal and Met Gala send-off for Laurie A. Cumbo, the Commissioner of NYC Cultural Affairs.
Offshore Wind, Green Jobs Training Program to Launch in Brownsville

Offshore Wind, Green Jobs Training Program to Launch in Brownsville

Teens and young adults aged 15-24 can apply for the training program now.
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