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Daily Archives: September 21, 2021

Posted inCrime

Nine Contractors Charged With Bribing NYCHA Employees for Contracts

by Anna Bradley-Smith September 21, 2021October 11, 2021

Nine contractors have been indicted for bribery, giving unlawful gratuities, and conspiracy for allegedly offering NYCHA employees bribes in exchange for “micro purchase” contracts. Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced […]

Posted inLifestyle & Culture

Brooklyn: Here Are Some Quick Tips to Reduce Your Footprint This Climate Week

by Miranda Levingston September 21, 2021September 22, 2021
Posted inReal Estate

End of an Era: Sears Flatbush Store Closing Becomes the Last in NYC

by Anna Bradley-Smith September 21, 2021October 11, 2021
Posted inPolicy & Government

Gov. Hochul to Review Nat Grid Pipeline Rate Hike After 33 Electeds Send Letter Urging Action

by Jessy Edwards September 21, 2021October 1, 2021
Posted inCrime

A Brooklyn Grandfather Has Died After Being Beaten By Group on His Way to Work

by Brooklyn Reader September 21, 2021September 22, 2021
COVID Update NYC: Gov. Hocul visits Brooklyn school amid vaccine push
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

COVID Update NYC: Gov. Hocul visits Brooklyn school amid vaccine push

by Brooklyn Reader September 21, 2021September 21, 2021
Data Shows Higher COVID Rates In NYCHA Than Rest Of Crown Heights
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Data Shows Higher COVID Rates In NYCHA Than Rest Of Crown Heights

by Brooklyn Reader September 21, 2021September 21, 2021
Reckless Driver Causes Serious Crash Near Clinton Hill Intersection Where a Baby Was Killed Last Week
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Reckless Driver Causes Serious Crash Near Clinton Hill Intersection Where a Baby Was Killed Last Week

by Brooklyn Reader September 21, 2021September 21, 2021
NYC mayoral contender Eric Adams outlines blueprint to turn city hotels into supportive housing
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

NYC Mayoral Contender Eric Adams Outlines Blueprint to Turn City Hotels Into Supportive Housing

by Brooklyn Reader September 21, 2021September 21, 2021

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