Jan. 3, 2024 By Brooklyn Paper
A lifelong public servant, community activist, political strategist and a dedicated mentor throughout his decades-long career at Medgar Evers College, Dr. John Louis Flateau has passed away, his family announced.
Nov. 10, 2023 Jada Camille & Adam Daly
Family and friends remembered 7-year-old Kamari Hughes as a “kid with a huge heart, stern beliefs and a lot of energy” at his funeral service in Clinton Hill on Thursday, two weeks after he was killed by the driver of an NYPD tow truck while crossing the street.
Oct. 23, 2023 Lloyd Mitchell & Adam Daly
Friends and family of fallen firefighter Steven Pollard gathered Sunday in Marine Park to commemorate the life of one of New York’s bravest with the unveiling of a new street sign bearing his name.
Sep. 12, 2023 By Adam Daly & Jada Camille
Twenty-two years on from the devastating terrorist attack on the World Trade Center, Brooklynites came together to mark the solemn anniversary and to honor the lives of those lost on the day and afterwards.
Sep. 8, 2023 By Adam Daly
Twenty-two years on from the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center that changed the face of New York City forever, Brooklynites across the borough are marking the solemn anniversary with various events over the coming days.