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Shenal Tissera

Shenal Tissera

Shenal Tissera is a Staten Island-born freelance writer. Before writing for BK Reader, he graduated from Brooklyn College with a B.S. in computer science and worked in software consulting. He now lives in Brooklyn and covers labor issues, policy, community events, profiles and sports, including the Brooklyn Nets. He has also written for Bushwick Daily.

When he’s not reporting, Shenal likes to cook, read and watch sports.

Recent Work by Shenal

Democrats Losing NYC Voters Due to 'Far-Left Agenda,' Mayor Says

Democrats Losing NYC Voters Due to 'Far-Left Agenda,' Mayor Says

The mayor repeatedly stressed the need to fix the U.S. immigration system during his weekly press conference at City Hall on Tuesday.
NYC Mayor Refuses to Talk About Trump, Deportation Vow

NYC Mayor Refuses to Talk About Trump, Deportation Vow

The mayor showed his displeasure towards the media at his regular weekly press conference on Tuesday.
Mayor Adams Celebrates City’s Efforts in Closing Randall’s Island Shelter

Mayor Adams Celebrates City’s Efforts in Closing Randall’s Island Shelter

New York City Mayor Eric Adams also talked about the completion of the first phase of the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project, among other things at his regular weekly press conference.
Adams Remains Resolute Despite City Hall Turmoil

Adams Remains Resolute Despite City Hall Turmoil

The mayor addressed the resignation of First Deputy Mayor Sheena Wright, the arrest of an aide and a bike lane project in Greenpoint during his weekly press conference.
Mayor Adams Steadfast on His Innocence After Federal Indictment

Mayor Adams Steadfast on His Innocence After Federal Indictment

Eric Adams faced a barrage of questions from the media after he was indicted on five federal charges last week.
Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of Resignations

Adams Confident in Leadership Despite Wave of Resignations

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said many top officials leave after three years on the job.
New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New Yorkers Are Not Concerned Over Federal Investigations, Mayor Says

New York City Mayor Eric Adams also defended police officers shooting a subway fare jumper in Brownsville.
Mayor Won't Remove NYPD Commissioner, Eyes Reelection Amid New FBI Raids

Mayor Won't Remove NYPD Commissioner, Eyes Reelection Amid New FBI Raids

Mayor Eric Adams said he was surprised to hear about the federal raids during his regular weekly press briefing on Tuesday.
Adams Defends Safety Measures Amid West Indian Day Parade Shooting

Adams Defends Safety Measures Amid West Indian Day Parade Shooting

The mayor also addressed filling up all of the available 3-K seats, during his weekly press conference.
Safety Concerns Are Behind NYPD Radio Silence, Mayor Says

Safety Concerns Are Behind NYPD Radio Silence, Mayor Says

Mayor Eric Adams also said cell phones will not be banned in public schools just yet.
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