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Repairs slated for historic Carroll Street Bridge

Gowanus

The historic Carroll Street Bridge over the Gowanus Canal, one of only four retractable bridges in the U.S., will be repaired starting around April 1, a development that will require the complete closure of the bridge to cars, bicycles and pedestrians. … Full Article

OPINION: `Ultra-Orthodox Jews’: who are they?

Williamsburg

Now that we are in the middle of Passover, perhaps the time has come to talk about the media’s constant use of the term “Ultra-Orthodox Jews” – a term newscasters and writers sometimes misuse or overuse. … Full Article

Smith-9th Streets station on F, G lines set to open next month

Red Hook

The Smith-9th Streets station on the F and G lines – the world’s highest subway station and the rapid-transit gateway to Red Hook --is set to reopen the week of April 22 again after a t … Full Article

Brooklyn gets tapped for another legal reality show

Downtown

Brooklyn has long been a favored venue for film and television production companies. The Brooklyn landscape and her characters have graced the small and big screen. With the increase of reality television shows, Brooklyn remains in the forefront. … Full Article

Trade Brooklyn show offers business owners tips on how to network

Navy Yard

Despite being hit hard by Hurricane Sandy, the Brooklyn business community is still thriving, according to the organizers behind an upcoming trade show that will bring entrepreneurs and business owners together to discuss marketing strategies and networking opportunities. … Full Article

Gonzalez's bill eases restrictions on veterans getting city licenses

Sunset Park

City Councilwoman Sara Gonzalez, whose father and husband are both veterans, said a bill she sponsored to help veterans obtain city licenses easier is receiving strong support from her colleagues. … Full Article