Brooklyn, NY|News|
Brooklyn History Center Reopens After Renovations
"The door to [Brooklyn's] shared past" reopened last week after renovations, boasting thousands of books, photographs, artifacts and art.
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Emily Rahhal , Patch Staff
- Bed-Stuy, NY
I was born and raised in the San Fernando Valley but am now parts of Brooklyn including Bed Stuy, Prospect Heights and Crown Heights. Don't be alarmed by the 818 area code.
Aside from reporting, I'm a huge comedy fan and love spending time with my friends. Please feel free to reach me via email at emily.rahhal@patch.com or on Twitter @RahhalEmily.
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Car Hits, Injures Cyclist In Brooklyn: NYPD
A cyclist was hit by a for-hire car in Brownsville, police said.
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Brooklyn Cop Arrested On Theft Charges Amid Divorce: NYPD
NYPD Officer Matthew Arguinzoni's wife said he tried to take her keys while she held their young child, court records show.
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Teen Moped Rider Fatally Struck By Trailer In Brooklyn: NYPD
A driver fled the scene after police say he hit a 19-year-old moped rider in Sunset Park.
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This BK Gov Official Is 'Extraordinary,' Public Advocate Decrees
Ten years and 800 consecutive newsletter sends later, CB 6 District Manager Mike Racioppo remains focused on Brooklyn's streets and housing.
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Bed-Stuy|News|
85-Unit Affordable Housing Development Breaks Ground In Bed-Stuy
Work on a 3-building development on Dekalb Avenue and Fulton Street broke ground in Brooklyn Wednesday.
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Pedestrian Injured In Brooklyn: NYPD
Details remain scant about a man who was found injured in Borough Park Friday, police said.
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Man Dies After Being Flung From Motorcycle In BK: NYPD
A motorcyclist was flung from his bike in Bergen Beach Thursday, police said.
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MAP: Did NYC Find A Hazardous Problem In Your Building This Week?
This week, city inspectors found roaches in Lincoln Square, mice in Murray Hill and leaky faucets in Crown Heights.
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Bed-Stuy|News|
1-Story Bed-Stuy Building Will Become Community, Commercial Space
Owners plan to transform a 1-story commercial space on Walworth Street into a 5-story building, building records show.
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Brooklyn, NY|News|
Brooklyn Kids Beaten In Hammer Attack Learn To Walk Again
“I constantly remind myself to stay strong for my children," said their father. “I don’t understand how someone could be so cruel."
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Bed-Stuy|News|
BK Home Depot Shooting Victim Dies: Family
"Rest in peace mommy girl," said Alverna Sharpless, whose daughter died Thursday after being shot in Brooklyn.
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Bystanders Stop Would-Be Sexual Assaulter In Brooklyn: NYPD
Police say passersby stepped in as the attacker tried to expose his penis laying on top of a woman in Prospect Lefferts Gardens.
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Brooklyn Mirage Victim's Dad Fears NYC Has Forgotten His Son
"It's not gonna bring my son back," said Alex Clemente, whose son was found dead in Newton Creek. "[But] I'm not going to give up easy."
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Ohio Man Arrested 3 Years After Shooting At BK Bike Shop: NYPD
Police say the man fled in 2020 after fatally shooting a 23-year-old in Crown Heights.
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Woman Killed, Toddler Hurt When Truck Slams Into Pair On BK Street: PD
The child, 2, was left with scratches and bruises, police said, and the driver faces criminal charges.
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Bed-Stuy|News|
After 5 Years, Bangkok Street Food Spot Moves Into Bed-Stuy
Little Grenjai's Brooklyn opening left guests saying they "would smash" the eatery's new smash burger.
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Open Streets 'Cannibalizing' These Brooklyn Businesses: Locals
Washington Avenue business owners are joining a growing contingency of Brooklyn locals who say Open Streets are doing more harm than good.
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Truck Overturned At Grand Army Plaza: FDNY
A truck flipped on its side near Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn Tuesday morning, police said.
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Person Pulled From Water Near Brooklyn Ferry Stop: FDNY
A person was pulled from the East River in Williamsburg over the weekend, authorities said.
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