To say that journalist Les Payne was a great man is an understatement as his wake at the historic Harlem Abyssinian Baptist Church in Harlem proved. In a homegoing viewing attended by journalists, politicians – both former and current – and a slew of other esteemed guests, it was evident that Les Payne lived a […]Read More
In perfect timing for what is slated to be the “Year of the Woman,” Angela Hope Weusi graciously gathered African women delegates and interested community members alike in her restaurant business, “For My Sweet.” Attended by lawyers, professors and dignitaries, the purpose of the gathering was to network and shed much-needed light on pressing issues […]Read More
On March 17, 2018, Beatrice Liqui will turn 90 years young. Born on March 17, 1928, in Tiplersville, Mississippi, Beatrice Liqui is a highly accomplished woman of color who has decades of experience in entrepreneurial and academic endeavors alike. A self-described “mighty woman” and devout follower of the Christian faith, Beatrice Liqui is a treasure […]Read More
Hundreds gathered in memoriam for community activist and culture keeper Dr. Samuel Pinn, Jr. There was no shortage of positive reflection on the life of this highly revered community leader. Politicians, community leaders and clergymen alike all gave testimony to just how much of a community giant, literally (he was over 6 feet tall) […]Read More
Crown Heights Meets Manhattan A few dozen Crown Heights residents assembled in a Manhattan meeting to address ways in which they can mobilize to thwart the process of zoning and its corollary – gentrification, in their community. Alicia Boyd, one of the leaders of MTOPP (Movement to Protect the People), made the meeting highly informative […]Read More
While many schools have closed in various school districts across the nation under the familiar premise of low academic performance, there are other schools that close on a lesser known basis: under-enrollment. District’s 16’s Public School 25, also known as the Eubie Blake School, is one of the latest schools to be potentially impacted by […]Read More
“Health clinics have been repeatedly downsized across “… one of the most unequal and segregated cities – New York City.” Dr. Torian Easterling While the 24-hour news-cycle is consumed with the body politic, a “State of the Health” address at Community Board 3’s recent public meeting focused on the health of our physical bodies – […]Read More
Dr. Prandeep Chandra warns Brooklynites not to flirt with the flu. The Chief Medical Officer at Brooklyn’s Interfaith Medical Center has seen firsthand the damage this year’s flu can do. It’s a strain that doesn’t care about your plans, obligations or deadlines; it’s coming soon to a home or workplace near you and it’s bringing […]Read More
