Rachel Vasilets

Rachel Vasilets

Jan
06

NY Times Reminds Us That Cleaning Is Hard

Arroyo (Source: NYTimes.com)It’s easy to take for granted the hard work people put into maintaining the environs,
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Nov
17

Sheepshead Bay Grandmother Wins Beauty Pageant

Source: NYDailyNews.comHere’s proof that some things do get better with age. After four years of competing, an 86-year-old
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Nov
11

Con Edison Renews Coney Island Green Initiative

Coney Island residents and business owners have another year to save more green while going green with Con Edison continuing
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Jun
25

Award-Winning Russian Film To Be Screened At Shorefront-Y

If you want to see an award-winning Russian movie, mark your calendars for Sunday, June 27, when the Shorefront YM-YWHA
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Jun
21

Need To Get Away? Consider Cruising In Jamaica Bay

Seen from the deck: subway bridge opening // Courtesy of Don RiepeEver needed a break from city living? The cars, buses,
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Jun
15

Gravesend Man Arrested For Bribing DOB Inspector

At least one inspector with the Department of Buildings can’t be bought. This honest worker reported two men to
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Jun
04

Live Like A Gypsy, Party Like A Gypsy

After a long week of the daily grind you might want to let go and party like free-spirited Gypsies. Now
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May
27

Jamaica Bay Cruise Departs From Sheepshead Bay

Photo by nolastnameIf you’re looking to escape the city streets for a few hours and relax while learning about
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May
14

The Cyclone Is Back For Daily Thrills

Courtesy of Charles Denson via FlickrCharles Lindbergh, the famous aviator, once told Time Magazine that a ride on the Cyclone
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May
05

Russians Get Special Attention From Census Organizers

Courtesy of NJ.comThe Russian community of Southern Brooklyn is getting extra attention to make sure its residents fill out
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