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May
07
Our Buildings: 99 Ryerson Street

Our Buildings: 99 Ryerson Street

This Clinton Hill apartment building is the last standing home of Walt Whitman. (Illustration by Daniel Lewis)The building at
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Mar
17

Free Tree Giveaways in Brooklyn

Local residents can pick up a free tree starting this weekend until May 18, thanks to the New York Restoration
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Dec
20

Brooklyn Inspires Holiday Greeting Card Collection

Eitan Weinreich wasn’t satisfied with the greeting card selection for the holidays, so he made up his own. (Photo
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Oct
07

On Furlough? Cochinita Has a Burrito With Your Name On It

Cochinita Tacos is helping out federal employees during the government shutdown by offering free burritos. (Photo by Daniel Lewis)Federal
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Jul
24

How Do Locals Use Social Media During the Summer?

Domenic Grayer, 16, said he uses social media to “keep in touch with my teammates” on his two basketball teams.
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May
17

Crime Report: Stiletto Attack, Public Transit Robberies and Parked Car Theft

A stiletto shoe was the weapon of choice during an early morning assault on May 12. Hannah Roberts, 19, was
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