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New York City Council Seeks To Ban Certain Helicopters
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New York City Council Seeks To Ban Certain Helicopters

by Brooklyn Reader June 20, 2022June 20, 2022

The buzz of choppers overhead, has been reported in some areas on New York City as “unrelenting.” [File photo: Adobe Stock] The New York City Council has dealt another blow […]

The New York Community Trust Awards $14.6 Million in Grants to 86 Nonprofits
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The New York Community Trust Awards $14.6 Million in Grants to 86 Nonprofits

by Brooklyn Reader June 17, 2022June 17, 2022
Brooklyn Councilmember Alexa Avilés discusses Puerto Rican pride
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Brooklyn Councilmember Alexa Avilés discusses Puerto Rican pride

by Brooklyn Reader June 13, 2022June 13, 2022
New crop of Haitian politicos vow to engage deeper with community
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New crop of Haitian politicos vow to engage deeper with community

by Brooklyn Reader June 12, 2022June 13, 2022
Bed-Stuy councilmember joins fight to preserve 441 Willoughby Ave.
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Bed-Stuy councilmember joins fight to preserve 441 Willoughby Ave.

by Brooklyn Reader June 9, 2022June 9, 2022
In Surprise Move, Landmarks Saves Beloved Bed Stuy Mansion From Imminent Demise
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In Surprise Move, Landmarks Saves Beloved Bed Stuy Mansion From Imminent Demise

by Brooklyn Reader June 8, 2022June 8, 2022
Romantic Depot, Clinton Hill reach climactic peace treaty, will be intimately involved going forward
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Romantic Depot, Clinton Hill reach climactic peace treaty, will be intimately involved going forward

by Brooklyn Reader June 2, 2022June 2, 2022
Updating Zoning In North Crown Heights Lands On Mayor's To-Do List
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Updating Zoning In North Crown Heights Lands On Mayor’s To-Do List

by Brooklyn Reader June 2, 2022June 2, 2022
The 2022 Albany Power 100
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The 2022 Albany Power 100

by Brooklyn Reader June 1, 2022June 1, 2022
Spotlight on NYC shootings and finding solutions this Gun Violence Awareness Month
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Spotlight on NYC shootings and finding solutions this Gun Violence Awareness Month

by Brooklyn Reader May 31, 2022May 31, 2022
These School Projects Won Part Of Bed-Stuy's $1M Participatory Budget
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These School Projects Won Part Of Bed-Stuy’s $1M Participatory Budget

by Brooklyn Reader May 25, 2022May 25, 2022
As Rents Rise, Mayor Adams Faces Pressure on New York’s Housing Crisis
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As Rents Rise, Mayor Adams Faces Pressure on New York’s Housing Crisis

by Brooklyn Reader May 24, 2022May 24, 2022
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NYC education panel approves $10 billion budget formula following promise of review

by Brooklyn Reader May 20, 2022May 20, 2022

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