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John Dewey High School Students Help Revive Gravesend Bay’s Oyster Beds

Lane Rosen, right, with Dewey’s student scientists. Photo by Teri BrennanThe waters around New York City were once home to a thriving population of oysters, which served an important ecological role. After virtually disappearing in the 20th century, several efforts are underway to bring the species back. Students of

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Eco-Dock Construction At 69th Street Pier Nearly Completed

Photo courtesy of Chun KConstruction workers have nearly completed the planned eco-dock located at the 69th Street pier. According to a report [http://brooklyneagle.com/articles/gentile-inspects-eco-dock-69th-st-pier-2013-09-10-193000] by the Brooklyn Daily Eagle, Councilman Gentile promised that the dock will be open to the public by the end of the month.