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Daily Archives: January 5, 2022

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Posted inHealth & Wellness

Governor Hochul Announces Healthcare Workers to Get $3K Bonuses as Part of $10B Investment Plan

by Anna Bradley-Smith January 5, 2022January 5, 2022

Governor Kathy Hochul has pledged to invest $10 billion in New York’s healthcare sector over the next five years in order to grow the workforce by 20%, she announced Wednesday […]

Houses in East New York Brooklyn
Posted inCrime

Brooklyn Man Accused of Trying to Steal Landlord’s Flatlands Home With Fake Deed: DA

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022
Posted inEducation

Brooklyn Public Library Hosts Talks on Digital Activism, Smart Investing, Acting and More This January

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022
Weeksville Heritage Center looks to the future
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Weeksville Heritage Center Looks to the Future

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022
PETA offering $5K reward for information in Brooklyn killing of woman, dog
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

PETA offering $5K reward for information in Brooklyn killing of woman, dog

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022
Bed-Stuy Tenants Wait Weeks For Power After Christmas In The Dark
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Bed-Stuy Tenants Wait Weeks For Power After Christmas In The Dark

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022
Suspect shot by police after firing at officers in Brooklyn
Posted inIn Other Brooklyn News

Suspect Shot by Police After Firing at Officers in Brooklyn

by Brooklyn Reader January 5, 2022January 5, 2022

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