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Parades, premiers and prizefights: 13 things to do this (long) weekend
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Parades, premiers and prizefights: 13 things to do this (long) weekend

by Brooklyn Reader May 27, 2022May 27, 2022

There’s also a stand-up show in an ice cream shop and a Caribbean street fair by the East River. We’re on the cusp of a rare three-day weekend with near-perfect […]

New Reform Can End Contentious NYC Vendor Arrests, But Concerns Remain
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New Reform Can End Contentious NYC Vendor Arrests, But Concerns Remain

by Brooklyn Reader May 27, 2022May 27, 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
Bus driver harassments make up nearly 75% of transit worker attacks, MTA data finds
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Bus driver harassments make up nearly 75% of transit worker attacks, MTA data finds

by Brooklyn Reader May 23, 2022May 23, 2022
Richard Wright Way Named in Fort Greene
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Richard Wright Way Named in Fort Greene

by Brooklyn Reader May 20, 2022May 20, 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
Residents, electeds demand repairs at NYCHA’s Bushwick Houses development
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Residents, electeds demand repairs at NYCHA’s Bushwick Houses development

by Brooklyn Reader May 19, 2022May 19, 2022
10 Brooklyn artists with shows you need to see right now
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10 Brooklyn artists with shows you need to see right now

by Brooklyn Reader May 19, 2022May 19, 2022
In Debate Over Schools Funding Formula, Advocates From 2019 Task Force Push For More Resources
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In Debate Over Schools Funding Formula, Advocates From 2019 Task Force Push For More Resources

by Brooklyn Reader May 19, 2022May 19, 2022
‘Black Atlantic,’ a new exhibit in Brooklyn Bridge Park, explores the African diaspora
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‘Black Atlantic,’ a new exhibit in Brooklyn Bridge Park, explores the African diaspora

by Brooklyn Reader May 18, 2022May 18, 2022
Brooklyn’s Historic Fort Hamilton exercises federally-mandated edict to banish Confederate ties
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Brooklyn’s Historic Fort Hamilton exercises federally-mandated edict to banish Confederate ties

by Brooklyn Reader May 18, 2022May 18, 2022
Rabbi punched, kicked in pre-Shabbat attack in Brooklyn
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Rabbi punched, kicked in pre-Shabbat attack in Brooklyn

by Brooklyn Reader May 17, 2022May 17, 2022
Flatbush residents clean up their documents and the neighborhood at free shredding event
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Flatbush residents clean up their documents and the neighborhood at free shredding event

by Brooklyn Reader May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Tickets Are Now on Sale For QUINCE at the Bushwick Starr
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Tickets Are Now on Sale For QUINCE at the Bushwick Starr

by Brooklyn Reader May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Landmarking vs. Demolition: What Work Can Be Done While Permits Are Processed?
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Landmarking vs. Demolition: What Work Can Be Done While Permits Are Processed?

by Brooklyn Reader May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Woman Beaten With Mop In Bed-Stuy Hate Crime, Cops Say
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Woman Beaten With Mop In Bed-Stuy Hate Crime, Cops Say

by Brooklyn Reader May 13, 2022May 13, 2022
Mayor Adams endorses ex-aide Hercules Reid over Dem pick for seat
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Mayor Adams endorses ex-aide Hercules Reid over Dem pick for seat

by Brooklyn Reader May 12, 2022May 12, 2022
To be young, gifted, and Black or Brown…while running for office
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To be young, gifted, and Black or Brown…while running for office

by Brooklyn Reader May 12, 2022May 12, 2022
Brooklyn Pols: Fix Grand Army Plaza and Make it Safer
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Brooklyn Pols: Fix Grand Army Plaza and Make it Safer

by Brooklyn Reader May 11, 2022May 11, 2022
Adams Defends Police for Handcuffing Vendor Who Sold Mangoes in Subway
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Adams Defends Police for Handcuffing Vendor Who Sold Mangoes in Subway

by Brooklyn Reader May 10, 2022May 10, 2022

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