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$7 Million Sale of East New York Development Site Signals Growing Investment in the Neighborhood

A 22,500-square-foot development plot at 749 Van Sinderen Avenue in East New York was purchased for $7.05 million, marking a surge of...

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Justice Delayed? Dr. Guledani’s Plea After USCIS Acknowledges Immigration Error

Per a recent press release, Dr. Lela Guledani, a scholar, nonprofit founder, and business coach originally from Georgia but living in New...

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DSS Opens First-of-Its-Kind Affordable Housing Site in Brooklyn

A major step forward in New York City’s ongoing fight against homelessness took place in Brooklyn, where Department of Social Services...

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Chidi A. Eze Launches Campaign for Kings County Civil Court Judge

Civil rights attorney Chidi A. Eze has officially announced his candidacy for Kings County Civil Court Judge in the 4th Municipal District,...

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Press Releases Still Reign: How Local Political Campaigns Win the Message War in the Digital Age

In an era dominated by social media feeds, live streams, and instant news updates, press releases remain one of the most valuable tools in...

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Survivors Rally for Justice as City Council Delays Vote on Intro. 1297

Survivors of sexual abuse, joined by advocates and City Council members, rallied outside City Hall this week to demand immediate action on...

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AOC Celebrates $2.4M in Federal Funding for NHS Queens’ New Headquarters in Elmhurst

The Neighborhood Housing Services of Queens (NHS Queens) celebrated the opening of its new headquarters, “La Casita,” in...

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NYC Subway and Bus Fare to Hit $3 in January Under MTA Plan

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) board voted Tuesday to approve a slate of fare and toll increases set to take effect in...

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NYC Council Votes on Housing for Seniors, Tenant Rights, and Sustainability

The New York City Council advanced a wide-ranging legislative package this week, tackling issues from affordable housing and tenant rights...

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Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas Brings Back East New York Concert & Wellness Series

East New York residents are in for four days of music, culture, and community wellness as the third Annual East New York Concert &...

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