Tribeca-FiDi, NY|News|
Mayor Stands Firm On Firing City Workers Over Vaccine Mandate
"This is the law of the land — people must follow it," said Adams, who had not yet said how many workers face firing at Friday's deadline.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
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Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
NYC Weekend Subway Service Changes Feb 12-13
In a sign of a return to normality, subway service changes are making weekend travel a nightmare.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Special Election For Crown Heights Assembly Seat Set For March
The governor has set a date for the 60th Assembly District to fill a vacancy left by Diana Richardson, who became deputy borough president.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
'Brownsville Bred' Film To Be Featured At SXSW Festival
The film, which takes place in the Brooklyn neighborhood, is based on a one-woman show and young adult novel by director Elaine Del Valle.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
City Failed Teen Rapper Shot Dead In Bed-Stuy, Mayor Says
"I’m sorry we betrayed him," a tearful Eric Adams said of Jayquan McKenley. "And so many others like him."
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Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Bed-Stuy Sees 10 Fires In Just 11 Days: FDNY
The spate of fires has displaced more than 50 neighbors, injured at least 11 people and included one fatality, according to officials.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Serial Brooklyn, Manhattan Bank Robber Gets 10-Year Sentence: DOJ
Gerod Woodberry became a poster child for bail reform critics after he robbed a Brooklyn bank just hours after being released from custody.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Crown Heights Man Who Killed Sister And Ex Gets 50 Years: DA
Andre Neverson had spent 16 years on the run after killing his sister and former girlfriend in 2002, prosecutors said.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Bed-Stuy Food Pantry Needs Help Building A Shed On Its New Farm
The Campaign Against Hunger hopes to raise $2,000 for the Eastern Parkway farm, which opened last year to bring food to underserved areas.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|News|
Mayor's 'Dangerousness' Bail Standard Spurs Discrimination Fears
"Laws are not colorblind," Bronx State Sen. Gustavo Rivera warned Mayor Eric Adams Wednesday. "Please sir, be very cautious."
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
SEE: 'Revitalized' Caribbean Market Opens At Flatbush Caton Site
The market, now known as Flatbush Central, had been in a temporary location while the city built affordable housing on the property.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
Early Voting Open For East New York Assembly Seat: What To Know
Neighbors in 60th Assembly District can cast their ballot early until Sunday. Election Day for the district is Tuesday, Feb. 15.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Body Found In Wreckage Of Bed-Stuy Fire: Report
The body was found after the Gates Avenue fire, which officials had said was in a vacant construction site, according to reports.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
Omicron Wave Saw More Than 150 Deaths In Brownsville, East NY
More than 150 deaths have been reported in the neighborhoods' ZIP codes since the omicron variant first began its surge, city records show.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Omicron Wave Saw More Than 100 Deaths In Crown, Prospect Heights
More than 100 deaths have been reported in the neighborhoods' ZIP codes since the omicron variant first began its surge, city records show.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Bed-Stuy Pharmacy Charged Illegal COVID Vaccine Fees, AG Says
The Fulton Street pharmacy was forced to reimburse more than 170 customers after an investigation by the attorney general, her office said.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
22-Year-Old Shot In Broad Daylight On Crown Heights Street: Cops
The 22-year-old is at the hospital after getting shot multiple times near Rogers Avenue and Montgomery Street, police said.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Repeat Mail Thief Steals From Entire Prospect Heights Block
Someone stealing from an Eastern Parkway mail bin has left residents scared their credit cards, deliveries and tax documents won't be safe.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Tribeca-FiDi, NY|News|
Nix Grand Juries In NYPD Misconduct Cases, Panel Tells Mayor
The Social Justice Commission released a host of recommendations for a more equitable New York which the mayor has said he will consider.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
Transgender Teen Attacked In Broad Daylight On BK Street: Cops
The attacker, who cops released a photo of this week, threw punches while hurling insults at the 15-year-old, according to police.
Anna Quinn, Patch Staff
