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Deal Reached On 9/11 Health Care Bill

New York Senators announce deal to pass Zadroga Bill before end of legislative session.
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Hands Around the Lake: Stop the Slaughter of Brooklyn Geese

Join Brooklyn community members as they join hands around Prospect Park Lake to listen to…
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2012 Job Fair

Join New York State Senator Eric Adams and the Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce for the 2012 Job…
Giving  

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Where Brooklyn's State Senators Stand on Same-Sex Marriage

Patch asks eight Brooklyn state senators how they would vote on bill to legalize gay marriage.
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NY on its Way to Passing Strictest Gun Law in U.S.

Albany senators agree to sweeping new gun restrictions and reform
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Gillibrand, Jeffries Visit Brooklyn to Support Minimum Wage…

Local electeds gather at Tiny Cup Cafe in Bed-Stuy to announce support of 2012 Federal Minimum…
Business  

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Brooklyn Community Reception in Support of Tish James for…

CHAIRS Senator Velmanette Montgomery • Assemblyman Walter Mosley • Sandra Chapman • John…
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The Results: Statewide Races

A breakdown of how the candidates fared in the five major state races.
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Tepid Support for Cuomo’s Casino Plan, Poll shows

Democratic voters in Brooklyn and Queens strongly oppose building a casino in their borough
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Bill Would Ban Anonymous Online Comments

Legislation would require New York-based websites to take down posts by unidentified…
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On Campaign Trail, Bill Thompson Visits Crown Heights…

Chabad young professionals hold a meet-and-greet with the NYC comptroller Wednesday night.
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The Final 5: Still More Votes Needed to Pass Sandy Aid Bill

The $51 billion Sandy aid bill has the support of every House Democrat and every NY and NJ…
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Poll: 40 Percent of Voters Say Corruption in NYC Government…

Voters also find Republicans are more identified with corruption than Democrats, 38 percent to…
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Gun Buyback Collects 85 Firearms

Brooklyn's gun buyback program concluded this weekend, and 85 weapons were removed from the…
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NY State Senator Eric Adams Offers Free "Safe Child Cards"

Prospect Height residents can obtain them on Sunday at the Brooklyn Central Public Library
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Marijuana Decriminalization Gets Broad Support in State…

Cuomo said that a bid to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana was being considered in…
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State Lawmakers Explore Minimum Wage Increase

Senate Republicans are exploring options for a potential minimum wage increase, including a…
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Pols in Albany Vow to Fight Cuomo's New Gun Law

Gun rights activists cheered legislators at a gun rally in Albany for vowing to fight New…
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Community News & Updates

Find out the latest community news and updates for Prospect Heights and Fort Greene.
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Minimum Wage Increase Bill Passes in State Assembly

The bill passed yesterday and would raise the state’s minimum wage from $7.25 to $9
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Pols Wage Emotional Fight to Save Senior Centers

Lawmakers and New York City residents, including hundreds of seniors, canvassed the steps of…
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Community News & Updates

- Housing Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 6:15pm To obtain an application or attend an information…
Ms. Olanike Alabi
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Busting the Myths of Residential Parking Permits

Separating fact from fantasy on a proposal with the potential to make a big dent in arena…
The New Middle City  

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'Island Woman's Perspective' on West Indian Day Parade

After news of hateful comments by NYPD cops on Facebook page, a participant weighs in.
Top News  

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$50.7 Billion Sandy Aid Bill Passes in the House

Federal aid bill will cover repairs to people’s homes, assist business owners and reimburse…
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Five Questions for Chris Owens

The 52nd Assembly District Leader answers questions about education, Atlantic Yards and New…
Government  

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Apprehension Abounds in Brooklyn Over Nation's Financial…

After the House passed Speaker John Boehner's plan, the Senate promptly blocked it.
Top News  

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Call For Prospect Heights Slow Zone Gains Strength

An initiative to slow down drivers now has the support of Community Board 8, as well as…
Top News  

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Weiner and New York's Impotent Democratic Party

The Weiner scandal highlights the dysfunction of the Democratic Party at the local level.
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More Buildings, Residents and Businesses are on the Way, But…

A Feb. 9 meeting addresses transportation challenges in Brooklyn’s “Gateway” region
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