Congresswoman Yvette Clarke (9th Congressional District) held a “Listening Session” at P.S. 251 Paerdegat School, 1037 East 54th Street, on June 16th to hear constituents’ concerns and questions following changes to her district boundaries. “You’re in good hands if you reside in this part of the

It’s unknown why an SUV jumped the curb in the Avenue U parking lot of Marine Park last week, but after crossing four lanes on Avenue U, no one was seriously injured in the freak accident. The crash occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June

On Saturday June 10th, Kyron Dupont and Zakiya Gittens hosted the 3rd Annual Community Block Party on East 96th Street and Avenue N where community residents were treated to funnel cake, popcorn, pretzels, hot dogs and more. The event was held to reduce gun violence and to

On Saturday, June 10th, the 3rd Annual Caribbean Heritage Festival was held at Canarsie Park to promote cultural awareness and the celebration of many Caribbean countries in one location. Everyone in attendance had the opportunity to listen to great music, eat good food and learn about

Members of Community District Education Council 22 (CEC 22) held their monthly meeting via Zoom on Tuesday evening, June 6th, during which they addressed a wide range of issues. The highlight, however, was a very timely discussion of the phenomenon known as “Summer Slide,” which

Members of Community District Education Council 22 (CEC 22) held their monthly meeting via Zoom on Tuesday evening, June 6th, during which they addressed a wide range of issues. The highlight, however, was a very timely discussion of the phenomenon known as “Summer Slide,” which

Around 10 Mill Basin and Marine Park residents attended a community meeting on June 5th at P.S./I.S. 207, at 4011 Fillmore Avenue, to discuss the future of Floyd Bennett Field. The city’s first municipal airport and then a longtime naval air station, Floyd Bennett is

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, holds immense significance in the history of the United States. Observed on June 19th each year, it commemorates the emancipation of those enslaved and serves as a reminder of the long journey toward freedom and equality.

The staff and students of I.S. 285 Meyer Levin School for the Performing Arts, 5909 Beverly Road, certainly know how to entertain. On Monday, June 12th, the school, under the supervision of Principal Jamie Hendrickson, hosted a Fathers’ Day BBQ and basketball competition, an annual

For a young man in his thirties, Kirk Remekie has certainly achieved a lot. A quick glance at his Instagram page tells you he is a serious, disciplined individual who believes that success is achieved by hard work and determination. An early entry reads, “All

On June 10th, My Time Inc, in association with District 20 K-1 Lions Clubs, held a community walkathon in Canarsie to raise awareness of autism. The main focus of the event was Parent Advocacy. The walkers comprised My Time Inc’s co-founders Lucina and Wayne Clarke,

On Wednesday,  June 14th, the 69th Precinct and NYPD Community Affairs participated in Field Day at Our Lady of Trust Catholic Academy, 1696 Canarsie Road. They provided games, prizes, a DJ, snacks and a game truck. The students and all of the adults, including faculty,

At the final Teen Takeover event held at the Canarsie Library, 1580 Rockaway Parkway, the teens closed off with a Hip-Hop jam session. The atmosphere was pure camaraderie and fun. The June 14th event kicked off with the library’s Young Adult Librarian Harmony Birch and Tiffany,