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Congresswoman Clarke Calls for DOJ Intervention in Stop-and-Frisk
Clarke sends letter to Attorney General Eric Holder asking the Department of Justice to protect New Yorkers' constitutional rights.

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Clarke sends letter to Attorney General Eric Holder asking the Department of Justice to protect New Yorkers' constitutional rights.

Stop signs are not optional, but sometimes people treat them as if they are.
90-year-old Favrance Eugene was reported missing from within the confines of the 70th Precinct.
Ditmas Park's pollen concentrations for Monday will be increasing in the high range.
This event is free and will take place from 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
If you plan on driving to the neighboring boroughs or have to drive through them to get away for the weekend, expect delays in these areas.
Tons to do and see in and around the neighborhood
Some of the many empty storefronts in the neighborhood are beginning to see new life again, with a variety of new businesses already open or readying for their first day.
Do you know where this picture was taken? Give it your best shot!
Ditmas Park native Gary Phillip, 31, celebrates his three-year anniversary of being cancer free and joins 4,000 other cancer survivors at the Damon Runyon 5K.
Cortelyou Rd. and Newkirk Plz. tie for first place in Brooklyn Botanic Garden's 2012 Greenest Block in Brooklyn Contest.
A list of book recommendations to get you through those days by the pool
Cooks and Barista needed for local cafe.
Ditmas Park local Gutter Sparrow and Brooklynite Names of War are performing at the flowershop and bar favorite.
If you missed last week's classes, here's your chance to jump into the new line up this Sunday.
The Rob Garcia 4 performs at Sycamore on Sunday at 8 p.m.
Resources are ready for families with questions about the expansion of the special education reform initiative going into effect in Sept.
Start your day with this pointer
The weekly series features Dave Schnug and many others.
Some of the best songs to go with the warm weather.