Brooklyn Paper News Headlines Archive for May 14, 2024

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Developers break ground on 287 units of affordable and supportive housing at Marcus Garvey Apartments

By Kirstyn Brendlen

FDNY Commissioner Laura Kavanagh speaks about firefighter recruitment campaign to boost diversity

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FDNY says ‘All Heroes Welcome’ in new recruitment campaign aiming to diversify firefighter ranks

Boathouse and Lake at Prospect Park

Opinion

Op-ed | Brooklyn parks can’t afford budget cuts for the sake of our communities

By Sheila Barksdale-Gordon, Dionne Grayman & Morgan Monaco

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Make way for the mermaids! Coney Island USA gears up for 42nd annual Mermaid Parade

By Jada Camille

MTA electric buses parked at depot

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Plugged in: MTA debuts new electric bus charging hub at Queens depot

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1 in 5 NYC Asian Americans have been assaulted: New database helps raise awareness about AAPI hate in the city

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Police recover body from East River near Bushwick Inlet Park after man reportedly dove into water

By Kirstyn Brendlen

Brooklyn politicians weigh in on where to eat and what to order around the borough.

Brooklyn’s political palate: Elected officials dish out top eats in District Dining Guide

By Jada Camille

Teacher Standing in Front of a Class of Raised Hands

New York Family

2024-2025 New York City School Calendar

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Iconic Bushwick mansion set to transform into 20-unit apartment building, despite preservation concerns

By Anna Bradley-Smith

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Op-Ed | ‘Operation Padlock to Protect’ — How New York City is taking action to shut down illegal smoke and cannabis shops

More from Around New York

"The Stranger," directed by François Ozon, opened April 3 at the Angelika and Film at Lincoln Center.

In ‘The Stranger,’ gay director François Ozon adapts a classic French novel

From left, Loycent Gordon, recipient of the Claire Shulman “Spirit of Community” Award, is honored alongside Richard S. David, Patricia Ornst and Ben Guttmann, recognized as “Chefs of the Year,” during Queens Centers for Progress’ annual Evening of Fine Food.

Honorees celebrate as QCP’s 30th ‘Evening of Fine Food’ draws strong community support

Happy little girl blowing soap bubbles in park. Spring Break on Long Island: 15+ Fun Kids’ Events & Family Activities 2026

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Spring Break on Long Island: 15+ Fun Kids’ Events & Family Activities 2026

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Teen stabbed, robbed in park near LaGuardia Airport; suspects flee on bus