Oct. 25, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen The 2024 general election is less than two weeks away, and there’s a lot to know. The big ticket item is, of course, the presidential race between former president Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. But Brooklynites will face a plethora of choices in the ballot box:…
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Rep. Velázquez’s recently unveiled portrait in Capitol was decades in the making for artist
Sep. 20, 2024 By ishkurhan Sept. 20, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan A vivid portrait of U.S Rep. Nydia Velázquez, which blends her Puerto Rican identity and New York constituency, was unveiled in Congress on Tuesday. The ceremony was attended by high-ranking members of the Democratic party, including U.S. Rep. Nancy Pelosi and Supreme Court Justice… Read more »
Ex-Fire Marshal and Woodside resident Bill Kregler, seeks to unseat Rep. Velazquez in NY-7
Aug. 27, 2024 By ishkurhan Aug. 27, 2024 By Iryna Shkurhan A former FDNY fire marshall and longtime Woodside resident is running for Congress against incumbent U.S. Representative Nydia Velázquez, who is currently in her 16th term. William Kregler, who goes by Bill, declared his run as a Republican to represent New York’s 7th congressional… Read more »
Everything you need to know ahead of the June 25 Primary Election in Brooklyn
Jun. 20, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen
Early voting is well underway for the June 25 Primary Election here in New York. Here’s a guide of everything you need to know before you head to the polls!
Op-ed | Protect small business from unintended consequences of bad legislation
Jan. 19, 2024 By Michelle Cadore
As a small business owner, I work every day to keep my business up and running — and thriving. I own DA SPOT, a unique retail space featuring more than 100 creative brands by people of color.