Kings County
Recent News About Kings County
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Reynoso announces new Brooklyn initiatives in state of the borough address
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso delivered his 2025 State of the Borough address at Boys and Girls High School in Bed-Stuy, addressing stagnant growth in New York City and proposing a return to the city's roots of opportunity and...
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Brooklyn launches state's first perinatal mental health program amid maternal mortality crisis
Brooklyn has introduced a pioneering Advanced Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health program, aimed at preparing professionals to support pregnant women and birthing parents experiencing mental distress.
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Brooklyn hosts event honoring Shirley Chisholm's lasting legacy
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso hosted an event titled “The Chisholm Effect” to honor the legacy of former Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm.
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Brooklyn hosts Black History Month event focused on African art
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso recently hosted an event celebrating Black History Month with a focus on African art and music.
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Brooklyn leaders call for $2.3 billion investment in resources for older adults
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and LiveOn NY hosted a "Brooklyn Advocacy Day" press conference to advocate for increased investment in resources and infrastructure for older adults.
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Brooklyn president allocates funds to support all local NYCHA tenant associations
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has announced a $132,000 allocation in fiscal year 2025 discretionary funding for the support of community programming at all 83 NYCHA Tenant Associations (TAs) across Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Borough President responds to Trump's withdrawal of congestion pricing approval
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has issued a statement following former President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw federal approval for congestion pricing in New York City.
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Brooklyn opens applications for 2025 community board membership
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has announced the opening of applications for Brooklyn's 18 community boards.
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Brooklyn protests against Mayor Adams' plan to close childcare centers
Over 250 individuals, including parents, childcare providers, labor leaders, and elected officials gathered at City Hall to protest Mayor Adams' decision to close four childcare centers in Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn launches baby shower fund for community support
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has announced the first six recipients of funding from his Brooklyn Community Baby Shower Fund.
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Mike Racioppo appointed to NYC Charter Review Commission by Borough President Reynoso
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has appointed Mike Racioppo, District Manager of Brooklyn Community Board 6 (CB6), to the New York City Council’s Charter Review Commission.
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Brooklyn opens FY26 capital funding applications for local projects
Applications are now being accepted for the Fiscal Year 2026 Capital Funding under Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso.
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Brooklyn leaders promote local bakeries with Chanukah sufganiyot crawl
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso and JCRC-NY CEO Mark Treyger recently embarked on a tour of four Jewish bakeries in Brooklyn to sample sufganiyot, the jelly doughnuts traditionally consumed during Chanukah.
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Brooklyn Borough President distributes Thanksgiving meals amid rising food insecurity
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso organized a significant Thanksgiving food distribution event last Friday, providing over 60,000 pounds of fresh produce and non-perishable items to more than 120 community organizations in Brooklyn.
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Brooklyn Borough President criticizes exemptions in City of Yes housing plan
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has expressed concerns over the ongoing negotiations for the City of Yes for Housing Opportunity.
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Rappin' Max Robot sculpture unveiled at Brooklyn Borough Hall
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has introduced an impressive 18-foot-tall sculpture named Rappin’ Max Robot at the Brooklyn Borough Hall Plaza.
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Brooklyn high schoolers gain unique opportunity through wine & food festival partnership
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has partnered with the Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF) to offer 100 students from John Dewey High School's Business and Culinary Academy a chance to attend this year's FoodieCon.
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Deed theft prevention workshop held at Medgar Evers College
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso recently organized a Deed Theft Prevention Workshop at Medgar Evers College, in collaboration with Brooklyn Legal Services and Grow Brooklyn.
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Sustainable Cities Summit addresses NYC's path toward climate-friendly future
Last week, Brooklyn Borough Hall hosted a Sustainable Cities Summit as part of the 2024 Climate Week NYC.
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Brooklyn opens applications for 2024 community board positions
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso has initiated the 2024 application period for residents to join the borough's community boards.