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Knicks and YMCA host free youth basketball clinic in Flatbush
The New York Knicks and YMCA of Greater New York held a free basketball clinic for 100 youth participants at...
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Mother Cabrini Health Foundation says it awarded $142 million in year-end grants
The Mother Cabrini Health Foundation awarded $142 million in year-end grants to 399 organizations across New York State for healthcare...
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People’s Plan backs Mamdani’s order for agencies to name chief savings officers
Progressive campaign endorses NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's directive requiring city agencies to name chief savings officers as alternative to budget...
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Thirsty Girl Productions brings Filthy Gorgeous burlesque revue to Le Poisson Rouge for Valentine’s Day
Thirsty Girl Productions stages Filthy Gorgeous Valentine's Spectacular burlesque revue at Le Poisson Rouge on February 14 with VIP tickets...
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CUNY’s community media center spotlights VERDAD, an AI tool tracking Spanish-language radio disinformation
CUNY's Center for Community Media introduced VERDAD, an AI tool tracking misinformation on Spanish-language radio stations during a recent journalism...
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Public Theater announces ‘People’s Filibuster’ protest
The Public Theater hosted an eight-hour solidarity demonstration on January 31, featuring Broadway actors and elected officials protesting state violence.
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Berkley to publish Tessa Yang’s debut novel about grief and a giant jellyfish June 2
Berkley will release "The Jellyfish Problem," debut novel by Tessa Yang about a marine biologist and giant jellyfish threatening a...
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New York State Inspector General marks 40th anniversary at state museum in Albany
The Office of the New York State Inspector General held a special event at the New York State Museum in...
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CUNY journalism school hosts off-the-record forum for community media on Mamdani administration
The Center for Community Media at CUNY's journalism school invited publishers and journalists to discuss Mayor Mamdani's engagement with their...
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NYC Greenways Coalition launches scorecard to track mayor’s greenway commitments
A coalition of 50+ NYC advocacy groups released the first-ever scorecard to track mayoral commitments to building and maintaining the...
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Red Cross aided 562 New Yorkers after 25 emergencies in a single week, agency says
American Red Cross assisted 562 residents across NYC after 25 emergencies in one week, including a deadly Bronx gas explosion...
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NYC opens free funding marketplace connecting small businesses to vetted loans and grants
NYC launches Funds Finder, a free marketplace connecting small businesses to vetted loans, grants and financial guidance through the Department...
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Velázquez calls SBA Administrator Loeffler’s comments on minority-owned businesses extremist
Brooklyn Rep. Nydia Velázquez condemned SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler's remarks about minority-owned businesses as offensive and extremist rhetoric.
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Reverend Billy’s Church of Stop Shopping says it protested JPMorgan Chase over climate investments
Reverend Billy and the Church of Stop Shopping staged a protest at JPMorgan Chase's Manhattan headquarters over the bank's fossil...
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Hochul pledges chip-secured EBT cards and wider rent freeze eligibility in State of the State
Gov. Kathy Hochul announced plans to upgrade EBT cards with security chips and expand rent freeze programs for seniors and...
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Telfar Comes Home to NYC, Opens Flagship in Soho (and Yes, They Still Love Bushwick)
Telfar Clemens, the designer behind the iconic "Bushwick Birkin," celebrated the grand opening of their first flagship store in Soho...
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Winter Woes: Space Heater Safety and Your Right to Heat in NYC
In New York City, all tenants have a right to heat. Here’s what to do if your apartment doesn’t have...
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Dealing With a Bad Roommate in NYC? Know Your Rights
If you’re living with a toxic roommate, what can you legally do to separate yourself from the situation?
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Mayor de Blasio Sets Private Sector Vaccine Mandate
Children ages 5 to 11 will soon also have to show vaccine cards for indoor dining and entertainment.
Arts & Culture
The Tiny Cupboard to Host the ‘Biggest Summer Comedy Festival’ in New York City August 26-29
Despite the pandemic, the indoor-outdoor venue has grown from a tiny studio room to a well-known performance space.
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Venezuelan American Restaurant Caraotas Brings Loaded Milkshakes and Arepa Burgers to Bushwick
This bright, bustling fusion restaurant offers quick bites, decadent desserts and a casual setting in the heart of the neighborhood
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Nook, a Coffee and Craft Beer Haven, Finds its Niche in Bushwick
After the pandemic delayed its opening for over a year, Nook returned in April with offerings of coffee, beer and...
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National Weather Service Issues Excessive Heat Warning for New York City Through Thursday
Cooling centers and public pools will be open with extended hours while the warning is in effect.
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Jobless New Yorkers Can Work At Polls Without Losing Unemployment Benefits
Fearful of a shortage, Gov. Cuomo is making an effort to encourage unemployed New Yorkers to become poll workers.
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Revel Scooters are Back on the Streets With New Safety Protocols for Riders
Helmet Selfies, Account Suspensions and Video Instructional Courses are among the new safety measures implemented by Revel Scooters
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NYC Will Allow Indoor Dining Starting Sept 30
For the first time in six months, restaurants will be allowed to open for indoor dining at 25%
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New Bar Farewell and La Window Crêperie Open on Troutman Street
70's dance bar opens on Troutman Street with Crêperie included
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Local Organization to Unveil a New Mural and Raise Funds for Bushwick Mutual Aid this Labor Day
“This event will shed light on the various environmental issues affecting the community at large, with proactive solutions,”
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State Judge Extends Eviction Moratorium Until October, Citing ‘Sudden High-Volume Influx of Eviction
The moratorium does little to protect the 14,000 tenants whose evictions began before the coronavirus pandemic.
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Ridgewood Spa Employee Arrested Amid Sexual Assault Allegations
Numerous women say they were sexually assaulted at Just Relaxation Spa.
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Trump’s unemployment relief order would cost New York $4 billion. Here’s what it could mean for you
On Saturday Trump signed an executive order that could extend unemployment benefits to a reduced rate of $400 per week.
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Are you a New Yorker struggling with unemployment? Here are some resources to help
A list of resources to help New Yorkers facing unemployment
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Best Events This Week in Brooklyn
Socially distanced events happening in and around Brooklyn, August 11 - 17
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Archie’s Pizzeria Closes Amid Sexual Assault and Misconduct Allegations Against Co-Owner
Women who worked with Diego Macias say he engaged in a pattern of sexual abuse against them and was never...
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A New Executive Order Allows Courts to Pause Evictions for Another Month
But the state must cancel rent, community groups say. Some 14,000 renters could still be evicted during the pandemic.
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Will NYC schools reopen this fall? Getting down to the wire, Cuomo says a decision will be made this
A final decision on the status of NYC schools reopening this fall will be made later this week, according to...
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How safe is it to ride the subway? New studies suggest it may not be as dangerous as you think
Studies from Europe and Asia show that taking public transportation might not be a major cause of new coronavirus cases.
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NYC Suspended 64 Liquor Licenses for COVID-Related Violations in July
Regulators and police crack down on unsafe, illegal social gatherings as the state flattens the curve.
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Are You a New Yorker Who’s Lost Income? Apply to the COVID Rent Relief Program—and Quickly.
The deadline is July 30. Here’s how to submit an application.
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The MTA, Hemorrhaging $200 Million Per Week, Calls For Federal Bailout
The steep decline in MTA ridership is a gift to public health. But it has precipitated an historic financial crisis.
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UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Tuesday, July 14, 2020
A breakdown of today's events.
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UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Monday, July 13, 2020
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UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Friday July 10, 2020
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Updated NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Wednesday July 8, 2020
A breakdown of today's events.
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UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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NYC Pushes Through to Phase Three of Reopening
Indoor dining may still be closed, but spas, nail salons, tattoo parlors, dog parks and outdoor courts are open!
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UPDATED: NYC Protest and Event Schedule for Today, Monday July 6, 2020
A breakdown of the events happening today.
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Brooklyn Film Camera & Bushwick Daily Present: Polaroid 600 Camera Giveaway!
We partnered up with Brooklyn Film Camera to give away 1 Red Polaroid 600 Camera and 5 Packs of Color...
Community
Summer Youth Employment Program Hangs in the Balance: ‘exalt’ Says They are Ready to Go Remote
Thousands of kids across New York City depend on the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) to occupy their time every...