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U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler’s congressional district cuts a path across two boroughs and includes the Upper West Side of Manhattan and parts of Bensonhurst in Brooklyn. Photo courtesy of Nadler’s office

In Public Service: Nadler fights for 9/11 families

The World Trade Center is in U.S. Rep. Jerrold Nadler’s congressional district. That’s an important fact to know when one is looking at Nadler’s career in the House. … Full Article
 
Assemblymember Pamela Harris (left) and her ally, Democratic District Leader Dilia Schack, both won their contests in the Sept. 13 primary. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Harris-Cucco race reveals Bay Ridge-Coney Island divisions

Freshman state Assemblymember Pamela Harris’ surprisingly easy win over challenger Kate Cucco in Tuesday’s Democratic Primary in the 46th Assembly District (AD) shed light on what had been subterranean political divisions in the district that runs from Bay Ridge to Coney Island. … Full Article
 
Gov. Andrew Cuomo (right) signed a bill into law aimed at helping first responders and World Trade Center volunteers. He attended the Sept. 11 ceremony with other dignitaries, including Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton, Mayor Bill de Blasio, U.S. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.) and U.S, Sen. Joe Manchin, (D-W.Va.). AP photo/Andrew Harnik

Cuomo signs bill to extend WTC filing deadline

A move by Gov.Andrew Cuomo to give workers who assisted in the recovery effort at the World Trade Center in the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks more time to apply for medical benefits is being praised by Brooklyn lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle. … Full Article
 
Boy Scouts and military veterans took part in the remembrance. Photo by Victoria DiSalvo

Golden leads 9/11 tribute on 69th Street pier

The passage of time has not pushed away the painful memories of the Sept. 11 attacks, according to a Brooklyn lawmaker who led a touching tribute to the victims and first responders in Bay Ridge Sunday night. … Full Article
 
U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan says many of the homeland security measures that are in place are not visible to the public. Photo courtesy of Donovan’s office

In Public Service: Donovan talks homeland security

As the nation gets ready to commemorate the 15th Anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on Sunday, U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan said he is confident that the country is doing its best to prevent more terrorist acts.  … Full Article
 
Parishioners at Saint Ephrem Catholic Church in Dyker Heights commissioned this statue of Jesus Christ lovingly holding the Twin Towers and had it erected in a garden outside the church as a tribute to the parishioners killed on Sept. 11. Eagle photo by Paula Katinas

Southwest Brooklyn to mark grim Sept. 11 anniversary

Residents of Southwest Brooklyn will gather together to mark the sad anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks in two ceremonies to be hosted by state Sen. Marty Golden on Sunday. … Full Article
 
Participants prepare to tackle the obstacle course at the Civilian Military Combine event. Photo courtesy of Civilian Military Combine

Fort deputy commander touts Civilian Military Combine

A top official at the U.S. Army Garrison at Fort Hamilton said an athletic contest to be held at the historic base on Saturday will help foster closer ties between the military and the civilian community. … Full Article
 
The Caped Crusader stands among a crew of fiberglass figures at the Statue House in Bensonhurst. Eagle photos by Lore Croghan

Which way to the Statue House?

Batman lives in Bensonhurst. We saw him the other day, standing in the driveway at 2056 85th St., his cape billowing in the breeze. Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart were there too. … Full Article
 
Bensonhurst's New Utrecht Reformed Church is a city landmark. That's its former parsonage at right. Eagle photos by Lore Croghan

Landmarked Bensonhurst church needs funds to finish restoration

These building blocks came from Holland — three centuries ago, when the Dutch colonized Brooklyn. The austere, beautiful façade they're part of can be found in Bensonhurst. … Full Article
 
The X28 bus travels along 86th Street in Bay Ridge on it way to Manhattan. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Weekend service is back on X28 express bus

Residents of South Brooklyn who want to go into Manhattan on weekends but loathe the subway now have an alternative. Weekend service is back on the X28 express bus. … Full Article
 

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