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Notes on New York law and Brooklyn civic life from Michael L. Walker, with links to the original reporting.

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Oct 21, 2021Brooklyn

A Bunch More Trees Grow In Brooklyn

Brooklyn wants to get green. A lot more green. Less cars, more trees. Who knew asphalt and concrete could be so lush? Time to invest in some comfortable…

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Oct 19, 2021Brooklyn

Brooklyn Landmark Gingerbread House Is Back

One of the most unique homes in Brooklyn – a destination stop if you are taking in the Christmas lights in Bay ridge and Dyker Lights – is back on the…

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Oct 18, 2021Real Estate

New York Senator Attacks Real Estate Company

Senator Chuck Schumer attacked real estate developer Greenbrook Propertiesin Park Slope for business tactics he does not approve of, even labeling their…

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Oct 15, 2021Brooklyn

Bay Ridge Lawyers Name New President

The Bay Ridge Lawyers – a group founded in 1954 – has named attorney Will Gillen as their new president at an event involving past presidents in…

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Oct 15, 2021Brooklyn

New York’s Religious Vaccine Exemptions

Explanation and analysis of the workings of religious vaccine exemptions in New York by legal experts.

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Oct 14, 2021Real Estate

Gowanus Rezoning Testimony Begins

The City Council has begun listening to arguments in the rezoning of Gowanus neighborhood.

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