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Home » Archives for July 24, 2014

Daily Archives: July 24, 2014

Posted inBedford Stuyvesant, Neighborhoods

In Unanimous Vote, Cornegy’s Audible Alarms Bill Becomes ‘Avonte’s Law’

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021

After a unanimous vote by the City Council today, the Audible Alarms Bill has become Avonte’s Law. The city council passed the bill (Intro. 131-A)– introduced by Councilmember Robert Cornegy who represents Bedford-Stuyvesant and Crown […]

Posted inUncategorized

State Senate Candidate Sean Henry Calls for More Accessible Subway Stations in East Brooklyn

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Fort Greene / Clinton Hill, Neighborhoods

Coming to Barclays Center: Fashion Rocks Featuring Jennifer Lopez, Rita Ora, Miranda Lambert and More!

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
Our children are our greatest admirers, give them something worth imitating.
Posted inLocal Voices

The Great Imitator

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
Posted inUncategorized

Michael Bloomberg Gets ‘Presidential Welcome’ in Israel for his Undying Support

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
Posted inUncategorized

Jewish Charity Head, Rapfogel, Headed to Prison for Stealing from the Poor to Give to the Rich

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
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Posted inBusiness & Innovation, Features

Real Talk: New Report Shows Brooklyn Leads the Five Boroughs in Investment Property Sales

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021
Brooklyn's 71st Precinct
Posted inNeighborhoods

71st Pct Crime Blotter: Crime is up 35 Percent

by Brooklyn Reader July 24, 2014January 28, 2021

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