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High performing charter network opens new elementary school in Williamsburg

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Nov. 15, 2023 Sponsored post by Uncommon Schools

A new school grows in Williamsburg. Uncommon Schools has opened a new elementary school on Montrose Ave. in Brooklyn to serve students from the Williamsburg neighborhood and the greater Brooklyn community.

Giving thanks and giving back: Where to volunteer in Brooklyn this Thanksgiving

volunteer at Thanksgiving meal

Nov. 15, 2023 By Augostina Mallous Thanksgiving is just around the corner, which means organizations across Brooklyn stand ready for volunteers eager to make a difference! From creating festive art to packaging and delivering meals, there are many avenues for Brooklynites to come together give back to their community. Here are a variety of opportunities…
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Affordable housing lotto opens for 299 units near Coney Island boardwalk

affordable housing building in coney island

Nov. 14, 2023 By Anna Bradley-Smith

An affordable housing lottery has opened for 299 apartments in a 100 percent affordable development rising on Coney Island’s Surf Avenue, overlooking the Brooklyn Cyclones’ home ground, Maimonides Park.

Bensonhurst seniors turn out for CenterLight PACE health fair

woman getting blood pressure taken at centerlight health fair

Nov. 14, 2023 Brooklyn Paper

The state’s largest provider of all-inclusive health care for the elderly, CenterLight Healthcare PACE, held a health and wellness fair in Bensonhurst on Saturday to bring awareness to local seniors about their options for long-term care.