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U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand recently called for a hurricane protection plan for New York’s coastline, asking the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to study a series of projects meant to protect cities from future storm surges. … Full Article

Despite special promotions and holiday trolleys, many Brooklyn shopkeepers looking for a boost on this past weekend’s Small Business Sa … Full Article

Across the country, Black Friday -- the day when holiday shopping officially kicks off – is marked by insane sales, long lines and shopping hysteria. And the Brooklyn outposts of national chains are offering door busters with the best of them.  … Full Article

On Saturday at 8 p.m., Latin music superstars Juanes and Juan Luis Guerra will co-headline a benefit concert at Barclays Center to raise funds for the Red Cross’ continued disaster relief efforts for victims of Hurricane Sandy. This benefit will be the first Latin concert at the new arena.  … Full Article

On Tuesday night at St. James Cathedral in Downtown Brooklyn, Leslie Lewis, president of the 84th Precinct Community Council, presented Capt. Maximo Tolentito, the precinct’s new commanding officer, to the community. Seen here are, left-right: Lewis, Cop of the Month Hector Santini and Capt. … Full Article

The news that weeks after Hurricane Sandy, large numbers of apartments in New York City Housing Authority and Red Hook housing projects were still without power doesn’t come as that much of a surprise to me. … Full Article

Beloved Brooklyn dive bar Jackie's 5th Amendment has started an official petition to secede from its native Park Slope, according to Brooklyn Magazine. … Full Article

The 18th Annual Toys for Tots drive in Park Slope is in full swing. Donate an unwrapped new or gently used book or toy for children ages 2 - 12 at locations throughout Park Slope from now until Jan. 6. … Full Article

Developer Forest City Ratner says its taxpayer-subsidized arena is grossly overvalued by the tax man, reports the  … Full Article

Brooklyn’s popular Bien Cuit Bakery, which was recently named one of the best eateries in New York by Food & Wine magazine, is expanding to Manhattan. … Full Article