week in review

Kensington Week in Review

Mary Bakija

Dec 23, 2012 — 1 min read

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Here’s a look back at some stories from the past week:

• That MetroCard is about to cost a little bit more.

• Prospect Park’s Ghost Dog is now available for adoption.

• What do you think should fill the building where the library used to be?

• The NYPD needs your help to find three suspects in a McDonald Ave shooting.

• Got a coat to donate? Here’s where to drop one off in the neighborhood.

• If you still need wrapping paper, head to Church Avenue.

• Just try to resist this $1 smiley face cookie from La Flor de Santa Ines.

• Police were on the lookout for an armed robber.

• Assemblyman Brennan is on a committee to deal with infrastructure following Sandy.

• You can find great, inexpensive gifts in Kensington.

• These 5th graders have some amazing community spirit.

• Finally, did you lose a hat?

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