Jun. 25, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann Two new state laws meant to protect New York’s young web surfers took effect this week. Billed as the nation’s most stringent effort to protect children on social media, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul on June 20 signed into law the New York Child Data Protection Act (S.7695B/A.8149A)…
May. 27, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, New York has seen a sharp rise in young people reporting mental health issues. According to a 2024 report from the city Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 48% of teenagers experience a mental health disorder. To address…
May. 5, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann Democratic and independent candidates for New York City mayor attended a town hall on May 1 — the first day of Mental Health Awareness Month — at the First Baptist Church of Crown Heights to discuss how they would improve and reform mental health resources if elected. The…
Apr. 4, 2025 By Gabriele Holtermann Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and Brooklyn College President Michelle Anderson joined forces at Brooklyn Borough Hall on April 3 to announce a milestone development in the Beep’s quest to address the borough’s maternal mortality crisis. Reynoso’s office partnered with Brooklyn College to develop the Advanced Certificate in…
Nov. 25, 2024 By Czarinna Andres Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens marked the end of its 125th Anniversary celebrations with two significant events this month, bringing together community leaders, experts, and supporters to reflect on the ongoing challenges of poverty and the organization’s impactful work over the years. The events were highlighted by the…
Nov. 25, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann East Flatbush residents gathered at P.S. 135 Sheldon A. Brookner High School on Nov. 23 for a Thanksgiving celebration that blended wellness workshops, community support and holiday cheer. Hosted by LinkNYC, Assembly Member Monique Chandler-Waterman, IAmWonda Woman, and East Flatbush Village Inc. the event — “Harvesting Health &…
Nov. 22, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Maimonides Medical Center unveiled its latest art exhibition, “Lines of Sight,” on Nov. 20, transforming the creative expressions of 37 art therapy patients into a powerful showcase of healing. Featuring vibrant works crafted with colored pencils, oil paints, and mixed media, the biannual event — part of the…
Nov. 19, 2024 By Lloyd Mitchell A new program is supporting the mental health needs of the families and children of New York’s Bravest. Red Hook-based organization Friends of Firefighters, which advocates for the health and wellness of firefighters, is reaching a new demographic through its “Bravest Children” program, led by counselors Zach Grill and…
Nov. 15, 2024 By Naisha Roy Brooklyn trailblazers gathered for an evening of celebration and recognition at the annual Schneps Media Brooklyn Power List gala on Thursday night. Honoring leaders making waves in a broad range of industries such as law, business, health and community service, the celebration was filled with powerful connections and…
Oct. 10, 2024 By Jack Van Hecke Once a week, Jose Cruz stands confidently in the walkways of the Brooklyn Bridge and holds a sign above his head with a message he believes people need to hear. “If you’re reading this right now, I just want to let you know that your life matters,”…