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Daily Archives: September 30, 2021

Posted inHealth & Wellness

SNAP Benefits Are Rising for Millions of Americans, Thanks to a Long-Overdue ‘Thrifty Food Plan’ Update

by Brooklyn Reader September 30, 2021October 1, 2021

By: Tracy Roof, University of Richmond The U.S. Department of Agriculture adjusts Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program benefits to reflect changes in food prices once a year. The government agency will […]

Dr. Mary T. Bassett, NYC Commissioner of Health
Posted inFeatured News

Dr. Mary T. Bassett Appointed Commissioner of the Department of Health

by Anna Bradley-Smith September 30, 2021October 1, 2021
Posted inArts & Entertainment

Ocean Hill Welcomes New Art Gallery and Event Space, Delight Factory

by Anna Bradley-Smith September 30, 2021October 11, 2021
Brooklyn woman charged with killing infant son
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Brooklyn Woman Charged With Killing Infant Son

by Brooklyn Reader September 30, 2021September 30, 2021
16-year-old boy chased, fatally shot on NYC street
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

16-Year-Old Boy Chased, Fatally Shot on NYC Street

by Brooklyn Reader September 30, 2021September 30, 2021
Brooklyn could decide the 2022 Democratic primary for governor
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Brooklyn Could Decide the 2022 Democratic Primary for Governor

by Brooklyn Reader September 30, 2021September 30, 2021
Caught On Camera: Stolen School Bus Crashes Into Cars In Brooklyn
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Caught On Camera: Stolen School Bus Crashes Into Cars In Brooklyn

by Brooklyn Reader September 30, 2021September 30, 2021

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