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The Davenport Sisters Launch First Black-Owned Food Bookstore to Celebrate Black Culinary Heritage
In January 2021, sisters Gabrielle and Danielle Davenport turned their lifelong passions for food and literature into a pioneering venture: BEM Books & More, the first Black-owned food-focused bookstore. According to a report by Andscape, inspired by their shared family experiences, particularly in their grandmother’s kitchen, the Brooklyn-based store celebrates...
Bay Ridge volunteer ambulance group BRAVO celebrates 50 years of service
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Anthony and Diane Napoli first crossed paths in 1975 as volunteers with South Brooklyn volunteer ambulance service BRAVO. Today, the couple — married for 41 years — are at the heart of BRAVO’s 50th anniversary celebrations.
22-Year-Old Driver Nabbed After Hit-Run On Busy Westchester Road
A 22-year-old woman faces charges after driving away from the scene of a crash in Westchester that left a victim injured, police said.The crash happened around 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, when a 67-year-old woman was struck while crossing Mamaroneck Avenue from west to east in the crosswalk at…
Top-Tier Summer Internships Give Iona University Students an Edge Up
From finance and marketing to health care and social work, Gaels leveraged classroom knowledge to excel during their summer internships. Here’s what they had to say about the experiences – and how Iona helped prepare them for their career journey!. New Rochelle, N.Y. – At Iona University, students...
Restaurants mobilize for 9/11 remembrance in annual dine-out
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In late summer 2020 during the coronavirus pandemic, the 9/11 Memorial & Museum initially said it would cancel its annual reading of the victims’ names due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. The outrage caused enormous blowback from the Big Apple and Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
East Orange Campus HS football team gets ready for the season
EAST ORANGE, NJ — In the photo gallery, the East Orange High School football team is showng practicing on Saturday morning, Aug. 17, at Paul Robeson Stadium in East Orange. The Jaguars, who played all the games away from home last season due to renovations at Robeson Stadium, will host Livingston in the season opener Saturday, Sept. 7 , at 1 p.m.
NY Giants OLB may have played his way vs. Jets onto the 53-man roster
No one, and we mean no one did themselves a bigger favor against the Jets in the preseason finale than NY Giants pass-rusher Benton Whitley. Whitley isn't a name that many Big Blue supporters are too aware of, but goodness, he looked strong against Robert Saleh's men. Matter of fact, the young outside linebacker has been rock solid all summer.
Woman Found Shot On Sparkill Street
The incident occurred in Rockland County around 12:40 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 24, in the area of Edward Street and the Joseph B. Clarke Rail Trail in Sparkill. According to Orangetown Police Sgt. Robert Wentland, after officers arrived at the scene, Rockland Paramedic Services and the South Orangetown Ambulance Corps administered medical treatment.
Spectrum participates in backpack giveaway in the Bronx
Believe it or not, kids across the five boroughs will be heading back to class soon. Dozens of families in the Bronx got a huge helping hand Saturday gearing up for the new school year. Spectrum, along with Madison Square Garden and other community groups and elected officials, held a...
Let the Academic Year Begin!
Pratt’s campus once again bustles with energy following a fun-filled orientation, as new and returning students embark upon a semester of learning, companionship, and exploration. Ahead of the new semester, students spent the week settling into campus, decorating their rooms, and meeting other students through social events, informational sessions, group trips, city tours, and other activities.
Q Billi Is “Flexin” With His New Single + Video
Emerging from the vibrant music scene of Newark, New Jersey, Q Billi, formerly known as Que$t, continues to shape the sound of the Garden State with his latest high-energy release, “Flexin.” An artist, performer, and songwriter, Q Billi has been carving out his path since 2018, building a dedicated following of friends and fans who find inspiration and motivation in his music.
Third Ward Meeting: Vision Zero, Crime Prevention, Sustainability
Third Ward Councilor Rahum Williams hosted a community meeting Thursday where residents heard three presentations focused on Montclair’s Vision Zero Task Force, tips on keeping homes safe from the Police Department, and developments from the Office of Sustainability. Norma Tassy, director of administration for the township, gave the first...
Coney Island Cyclone closed indefinitely after malfunction leaves riders hanging
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. The Coney Island Cyclone remains closed indefinitely after the iconic rollercoaster malfunctioned and riders had to be evacuated. The near-century-old wooden coaster’s train got stuck on the rails mid-ride on...
A New Era For VHS Football
On January 2, the Verona High School football team entered a new era: a new weight room calendar, a new coach, a new playbook–and a new mentality. With the first game approaching on August 29 against Jefferson Township High School, Verona enters this season with months worth of meticulous preparation and resolve.
North Arlington Motorcyclist, 24, Antagonizing Cops Arrested After Pursuit In Lyndhurst: PD
Robert Higgins, of North Arlington, has been charged with eluding and was issued a slew of traffic violations, Lyndhurst Police Detective Lt. Vincent Auteri said on Monday, Aug. 26. Lynrhust detectives Matt Giunta and Nick Abruscato were in an unmarked police vehicle near Rutherford and Park Avenues when they were...
Borough prez says ‘yes’ to City of Yes – with conditions
Queens Borough Donovan Richards told the Adams administration on Monday that he tentatively supports their controversial citywide rezoning plan, which was rejected by more than two-thirds of the borough’s community boards. In his recommendation shared exclusively with the Eagle, Richards, a general supporter of both public and private development...
Calling All Bushwick Creatives! Sign up For Bushwick Open Studios by Sept. 2
Bushwick Open Studios 2024 is back, bringing together artists, musicians and the entire community from September 27 to September 29. This year, the theme is "Chrome and Flower," to celebrate the community's creative spirit in style, according to a press release from the organizer Arts in Bushwick. The sign-up for Bushwick creatives to be included in the weekend showcase is September 2.
Pro Rodeo Is Pushing to Capitalize on America’s Western Culture Obsession
On a soupy, August Saturday in Brooklyn, N.Y., more than 10,000 fans at the Barclays Center started the evening like any other. They streamed into the arena through windy security lines, scanning QR codes and checking bags, then moving on to buying hot dogs, kettle corn, and merch. But the...
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