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LISTEN: There’s Riots Goin’ On
In the second episode of the FAQ NYC podcast’s three-part special series, “A Knickerbocker History of America,” Katie Honan, Dr. Christina Greer, Harry Siegel and guest cohost Asad Dandia, the Brooklyn borough historian, sat down in front of a live audience at P&T Knitwear to…
Dreaming Soca: Why Granville Straker was a Brooklyn music legend and a connection to home for so many
Granville Straker, founder of Straker’s Records, built a Brooklyn soca empire that kept Caribbean immigrants connected to home.
Culture and capital: Black elected officials engage young entrepreneurs on how to get government contracts
A group of elected officials joined the Culture and Capital event in Brooklyn last week to help young entrepreneurs and small business owners.
Brooklyn Paper
Published 11 hours agoFDNY adds 36 names to 9/11 Memorial Wall in Downtown Brooklyn ahead of 25th anniversary
As New York prepares to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, terror attacks next week, the FDNY held a dedication ceremony at its headquarters in Downtown Brooklyn, adding the names of 36 members who died in the past year from WTC-related illnesses to the FDNY World…
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Published 12 hours agoRARE Steak Championship makes NYC debut at Industry City, 25+ local participants to compete
The RARE Steak Championship, a national food and beverage festival that unites culinary talent across the country, will make its New York City debut at Sunset Park’s Industry City on Sept. 10. More than 25 competitors at the top of their game in steak, cocktails and more will…
Brooklyn election boss changes party’s election rules to stay in power
Frank Seddio has been a central cog in the Brooklyn Democratic party machine for decades. One of the leaders of the Brooklyn Democratic Party, Frank Seddio, is facing scrutiny for the changes because he also happens to be an election commissioner tasked with holding up the…
Brooklyn Paper
Published 13 hours agoThings to do this weekend with the kids in Brooklyn
Looking for something fun to do with the kids in Brooklyn this weekend? These family-friendly Brooklyn events include outdoor fun, community celebrations, and a few chances to squeeze in one last summer adventure. And if you’re still looking for ideas, check out our Calendar of…
How to get around as J'Ouvert, West Indian American Day parade take over Brooklyn
Participants wear colorful costumes in the annual West Indian Day parade on Sept. 4, 2023. It's one of the largest cultural celebrations of the year in New York City. [ more › ]
Brooklyn Paper
Published September 02Hearing on Brooklyn Democratic Party rule change delayed after party members arrive without legal counsel
A court hearing on controversial rule changes within the Brooklyn Democratic Party was adjourned Wednesday to give three respondents more time to secure legal counsel. Brooklyn Supreme Court justice Jill Epstein had been set to hear arguments in a case seeking to overturn a…
Brooklyn Paper
Published September 02Downtown Brooklyn man gets 13 years for four-day gunpoint robbery spree
A Downtown Brooklyn man has been sentenced to 13 years in prison after authorities said he carried out three gunpoint robberies across the neighborhood in just four days. Jaquan Smith-Mack, 34, was sentenced Wednesday in Brooklyn Supreme Court to 13 years behind bars followed by…
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Published September 02Brooklyn 9/11 Memorial events: How to mark the 25th anniversary in 2026
As the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks approaches, Brooklyn communities will come together throughout the month to remember those who died, honor first responders and reflect on the lasting impact of that day. From memorial ceremonies and candlelight vigils to…
Mamdani promises to fix NYC’s childcare payment mess before 2-K launch
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani visits an early childhood program in Brooklyn to encourage New Yorkers to apply for 2-K on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Providers say months of delays have left them scrambling to prepare for the new school year. [ more › ]