BROOKLYN, NY – Representatives from Urban Dove Charter School, East Midwood Jewish Center, Flatbush Jewish communal leadership, and elected officials from city and state levels want to steer the conversation away from stereotypes and misconceptions.
“With a signed lease in place, we understand that the Urban Dove Charter School has the legal right to transition into the East Midwood Jewish Center.
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Media Contact: Kristia Winter
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BROOKLYN, NY—New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis released the following statement after a fatal crash earlier this week at East 55th Street and Foster Avenue in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn. The crash killed 23-year-old Joanna Dixon who just celebrated her birthday on Thursday while her best friend sustained serious injuries.
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BROOKLYN, NY—New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis released the following statement after a fire erupted earlier this week at 1776 Nostrand Avenue in the East Flatbush section of Brooklyn. The fire, which was caused by a space heater that was plugged into a power strip and deemed accidental by the Fire Department, resulted in the death of 70-year-old Jean Lalanne, and injured seven others, including one police officer.
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We cannot thank our veterans enough for their sacrifice and service, to ensure we can enjoy our freedom each and every day. Please take the time to reflect on our unsung heroes on this solemn day and thank those who served and are serving. Their commitment to the betterment of our community extends beyond the military. We salute our valiant veterans!
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718-629-2900 / KWinter@council.nyc.gov
BROOKLYN, NY – Hundreds gathered in support of teen ingenuity and innovation on Saturday at Brooklyn Borough Hall, where nearly thirty Brooklyn students made their entrepreneurial debut and pitched their small businesses during The First Annual Teen Entrepreneur Explosion.
New York City Council Member Farah N.
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I acknowledge that there are real needs for safety improvements across the city and that several communities need expanded, protected access to bike lanes. However, I am here as a voice for MY community and the people who elected me—and they do not see this plan as an improvement. Large swaths of the 45th District have a transit deserts—with few train lines and diminishing bus service, my constituents have no choice but to drive.
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Media Contacts
Lauren Liles (Espinal)
214-404-9423
LLiles@council.nyc.gov
Kristia Winter (Louis)
332-223-9301
KWinter@council.nyc.gov
Kristina Naplatarski ( eynoso)
212-788.7095 /(646) 584-2676
knaplatarski@council.nyc.gov
BROOKLYN, NY – Hundreds gathered at Brooklyn Borough Hall, a beacon of unity, for Quisqueya: A Celebration of Haitian and Dominican Heritage on Friday.
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Media Contact: Kristia Winter
718-629-2900 / KWinter@council.nyc.gov
BROOKLYN, NY—New York City Council Member Farah N. Louis, a member of the Council Committee on Youth Services, issued the following statement in response to the subway melee between NYPD and youths at Jay St-MetroTech station.
STATEMENT BY COUNCIL MEMBER FARAH N.
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As millions of lamps illuminate communities around the globe, may this festival of lights inspire us to become beacons for one another. We must endeavor to spread love, joy, and hope by uniting as One Brooklyn – regardless of race or religion. Let us always remember that the battle between good and evil can only be won when we work together to fight back against hate.
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“Friday’s incident near Midwood High School and Brooklyn College at the intersection of Bedford Avenue and Campus Road is another area where a string of car crashes have occurred in our community. This demonstrates the urgent need for the NYC Department of Transportation (DOT) to prioritize street improvements in this area to avoid anyone else getting hurt. I am deeply concerned for the safety of our residents, especially after I made a request weeks ago for speed reduction measures to be implemented and the request is still pending DOT approval.
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