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Richard Burroughs

Richard Burroughs

Richard Burroughs is a Brooklyn-based sportswriter and sports enthusiast covering the Brooklyn Nets and the NY Liberty for BK Reader, where he also writes editorial content. His love of sports goes back to his childhood and reading the New York Times and Daily News sports sections with his dad at the kitchen table. He was formerly a marketing and PR executive representing clients such as Coca-Cola, Benneton, Adidas, Virgin, and Sam Adams. Rich is an art curator who produces an exhibition called Cover Lover Remix, and also an open-format DJ (DJ Dick At Nite), and a Brooklyn TV personality.

Recent Work by Richard

Finding Solace in Poetry’s Power of Possibility at the Brooklyn Academy of Music

Finding Solace in Poetry’s Power of Possibility at the Brooklyn Academy of Music

Against the backdrop of the presidential election, poet Hanif Abdurraqib curated "I Guess It Was My Destiny To Live So Long," a poetry, live music and storytelling event series.
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Brooklyn Dems Urge Voters to go Blue at Annual Gala

Brooklyn Dems Urge Voters to go Blue at Annual Gala

A Brooklyn Democratic Party fundraiser gala drew high-profile political figures and community leaders to Giando on the Water in Williamsburg.
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The Ladies of Liberty Rock NYC with Parade, Brooklyn Party

The Ladies of Liberty Rock NYC with Parade, Brooklyn Party

New York City was filled with cheer as residents celebrated the New York Liberty winning the WNBA Championship with a parade, a City Hall ceremony and a party in Brooklyn.
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A Decade of Grooves in Brooklyn as BRIC JazzFest Turns 10

A Decade of Grooves in Brooklyn as BRIC JazzFest Turns 10

Jazz was alive and kicking at BRIC JazzFest, which celebrated its 10th anniversary.
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New York Liberty Defeat Lynx With First WNBA Championship Win in OT

New York Liberty Defeat Lynx With First WNBA Championship Win in OT

The Liberty had a frantic comeback to defeat the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 to earn their first WNBA Championship on Sunday in Brooklyn.
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Liberty Bounce Back With Victory Over Lynx to Even The Series, 1-1

Liberty Bounce Back With Victory Over Lynx to Even The Series, 1-1

The New York Liberty used a balanced scoring attack and efficient 3-point shooting to win game-two, 80-66, of the WNBA Finals at Barclays Center on Sunday afternoon.
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WNBA Finals: Liberty Stunned as Lynx Mount Comeback to Take Game 1 in OT

WNBA Finals: Liberty Stunned as Lynx Mount Comeback to Take Game 1 in OT

The NY Liberty made their second straight trip to the WNBA Finals, which opened at Barclays Center on Thursday night against the Minnesota Lynx.
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Brooklyn Bowl Celebrates 15 Years of Rocking Out in Williamsburg

Brooklyn Bowl Celebrates 15 Years of Rocking Out in Williamsburg

The nightlife staple will continue to host a variety of special events through December.
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Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

Black Men Have The Power to Tip Elections, Public Officials Tell Youth

"Your vote is precious and a way to make a complaint," Jumaane Williams, the city's public advocate, said at a recent discussion at Medgar Evers College, CUNY.
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After 62 Yrs, Crest Hardware in Williamsburg to Close on Friday

After 62 Yrs, Crest Hardware in Williamsburg to Close on Friday

Owner Joseph Franquinha said the community's connection to the store was "deeper than he imagined."
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