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U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan says “jails are not de facto mental health clinics.” Photo courtesy of Donovan’s office.

Donovan predicts House bill will help mentally ill

A bill passed by the House of Representatives last week to reform the country’s mental health programs will go a long way toward helping those who are ill, U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan predicted. … Full Article
 
Amrit Hingorani received his medallion at a ceremony in Washington D.C. Photo courtesy of Renu Hingorani

Bay Ridge student is Presidential Scholar

Talk about a great graduation present! Amrit Hingorani, a Bay Ridge resident who recently graduated from Stuyvesant High School, made a trip to Washington, D.C., but he wasn’t there just to see the Lincoln Memorial. … Full Article
 
Executive VP Anthony Grigos says the Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union is working on emergency measures. Photo courtesy of Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union

Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union execs plan for ‘unthinkable situations’

Executives at the Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union said they’re not waiting for a terrorist attack or some other disaster to strike in order to prepare for emergencies. … Full Article
 
Students and teachers worked closely together to bring the tribute to life. Photos courtesy of Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn

Adelphi students end school year with Beatles revue

At Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, they believe “All You Need Is Love.” Students and teachers ended the 2015-2016 school year with “A Beatles Musical Revue,” a loving tribute to John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. … Full Article
 
Matthew Windsor displays his virtuosity on the trumpet before a packed house at the McKinley Intermediate School graduation. Photo by John Quaglione

McKinley grad offers trumpet tribute to mom

As president of the Community Education Council of School District 20, Laurie Windsor attends dozens of graduation ceremonies at Southwest Brooklyn schools each June. … Full Article
 
Entertainer Franke Marra (left), pictured with Tony Monier performing on Third Avenue, is one of the singers to be featured in the summer concert series sponsored by state Sen. Marty Golden. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Summer concert series brings music to Brooklyn parks

It’s summer time and for music fans in Southwest Brooklyn, the warm weather will bring the sounds of rock and roll, show tunes, jazz and folk music to their local parks. … Full Article
 
Speech team members Gabrielle Buenerd (left) and Mikayla DeLorenzo took in the views of the mountains around Salt Lake City during their stay in Utah. Photo courtesy of John Herron

Fontbonne Speech Team dazzles judges in national contest

Two members of the Fontbonne Hall Academy Speech and Debate Team proved to be among the best speakers in the country when they competed in a national championship in Salt Lake City earlier this month. … Full Article
 
State Sen. Marty Golden is a retired police officer. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Legislature passes cop tuition waiver bill

A bill passed by the state Legislature to allow police officers to receive a waiver on tuition for one course at the City University of New York (CUNY) is awaiting Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s signature. … Full Article
 
Anthony Lauretta and his son Anthony enjoy donuts together as part of District 20’s Pre-K for All celebration. Photo courtesy of Camille Loccisano

Bay Ridge pre-k program celebrates ‘Donuts with Dads’

Sugary snacks like donuts aren’t usually allowed in classrooms, but officials in School District 20 made an exception and allowed pre-K children to indulge in the sweet treat. And their dads were welcome to join them. … Full Article
 
Marie McGoldrick-Raico previously served as assistant coach of the women’s volleyball team at Saint Francis College. Photo courtesy of Xavieran High School

Xaverian names new girl’s volleyball coach

Xaverian High School, which is going co-ed in September, is continuing its effort to establish a strong sports program for its incoming female students. … Full Article
 

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