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Social justice
fromHarvard Gazette
1 day ago

Garber announces new initiatives to fight antisemitism, anti-Israeli bias - Harvard Gazette

Harvard University is launching new initiatives to combat antisemitism and anti-Israeli bias, informed by a recent task force report.
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Village Interagency Task Force' aims to tackle drug use, homelessness at Washington Square Park and nearby blocks | amNewYork

The Village Interagency Task Force aims to address urgent quality of life issues in Greenwich Village by collaborating city and community agencies.
SF politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

U.S. House members tour Cal to see impact of NIH funding; Civic Center Park public safety meeting

Berkeley is currently facing significant local events, including protests, safety concerns, and health initiatives.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Young people are carrying knives out of fear': What's behind the recent spate of stabbings?

The increase in knife carrying leads to more fatal and life-threatening attacks.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
San Francisco

San Francisco homicide rates hit 60-year low, mayor says

San Francisco has achieved its lowest homicide rate since the 1960s, with a 34% decrease in homicides this year.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Op-Ed | Destroying guns, protecting our city | amNewYork

Mayor Adams highlights the commitment to public safety by destroying over 21,400 illegal firearms to combat gun violence in New York City.
fromFox News
5 days ago
NYC politics

New York City destroys more than 3,500 seize illegal firearms in gun chipper

New York City destroyed over 3,375 illegal firearms to enhance public safety and honor gun violence victims.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Village Interagency Task Force' aims to tackle drug use, homelessness at Washington Square Park and nearby blocks | amNewYork

The Village Interagency Task Force aims to address urgent quality of life issues in Greenwich Village by collaborating city and community agencies.
SF politics
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
2 months ago

U.S. House members tour Cal to see impact of NIH funding; Civic Center Park public safety meeting

Berkeley is currently facing significant local events, including protests, safety concerns, and health initiatives.
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'Young people are carrying knives out of fear': What's behind the recent spate of stabbings?

The increase in knife carrying leads to more fatal and life-threatening attacks.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | Destroying guns, protecting our city | amNewYork

Mayor Adams highlights the commitment to public safety by destroying over 21,400 illegal firearms to combat gun violence in New York City.
NYC politics
fromFox News
5 days ago

New York City destroys more than 3,500 seize illegal firearms in gun chipper

New York City destroyed over 3,375 illegal firearms to enhance public safety and honor gun violence victims.
more#public-safety
#sustainability
fromBKReader
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Projects Among Winners of NYCHA Climate Action Grants

NYCHA residents are driving local climate action through innovative projects supported by the Resident Climate Action Grant Program.
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bali is drowning in waste. Two local hotels came up with a solution

Bali's new waste initiative aims to combat pollution and promote sustainability through community involvement and waste management practices.
fromModern Farmer
4 months ago
Food & drink

Top 12 Food Changemakers of the Year - Modern Farmer

North America's food systems face significant access issues despite abundant supply; changemakers are working to address these systemic challenges.
fromEarth911
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hefty ReNew Program: Still Working to Keep Plastics Out of Landfills

Boise implemented the Hefty ReNew™ Program to handle plastics responsibly, emphasizing sustainability amidst controversies over advanced recycling methods.
fromBKReader
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Projects Among Winners of NYCHA Climate Action Grants

NYCHA residents are driving local climate action through innovative projects supported by the Resident Climate Action Grant Program.
fromFast Company
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Bali is drowning in waste. Two local hotels came up with a solution

Bali's new waste initiative aims to combat pollution and promote sustainability through community involvement and waste management practices.
fromModern Farmer
4 months ago
Food & drink

Top 12 Food Changemakers of the Year - Modern Farmer

North America's food systems face significant access issues despite abundant supply; changemakers are working to address these systemic challenges.
fromEarth911
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Hefty ReNew Program: Still Working to Keep Plastics Out of Landfills

Boise implemented the Hefty ReNew™ Program to handle plastics responsibly, emphasizing sustainability amidst controversies over advanced recycling methods.
more#sustainability
#new-york-city
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Op-ed | Starting the new school year with new buildings, new curricula and more | amNewYork

New York City is enhancing educational facilities and increasing access to early childhood education, aiming for a safer and more affordable community.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Open Streets Are Shrinking Thanks to 'Lukewarm' City Support: Lander - Streetsblog New York City

New report highlights decline of New York City's Open Streets program, urging increased funding and support for public outdoor spaces.
fromwww.amny.com
7 months ago
Brooklyn

Op-ed | Starting the new school year with new buildings, new curricula and more | amNewYork

New York City is enhancing educational facilities and increasing access to early childhood education, aiming for a safer and more affordable community.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Open Streets Are Shrinking Thanks to 'Lukewarm' City Support: Lander - Streetsblog New York City

New report highlights decline of New York City's Open Streets program, urging increased funding and support for public outdoor spaces.
more#new-york-city
#urban-development
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago
NYC real estate

Senior housing development to rise on site of Boerum Hill parking lot

The city is transforming a parking lot in Boerum Hill into affordable, rent-stabilized senior housing.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
NYC startup

Iceland built 1,756 wheelchair ramps in the past 4 years. Why can't other countries do that?

Halli Thorleifsson addresses urban accessibility by installing ramps, aiming to integrate wheelchair users into local communities.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
5 days ago
NYC real estate

Senior housing development to rise on site of Boerum Hill parking lot

The city is transforming a parking lot in Boerum Hill into affordable, rent-stabilized senior housing.
fromFast Company
1 month ago
NYC startup

Iceland built 1,756 wheelchair ramps in the past 4 years. Why can't other countries do that?

Halli Thorleifsson addresses urban accessibility by installing ramps, aiming to integrate wheelchair users into local communities.
more#urban-development
fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago
London startup

Sadiq Khan boosts funding to combat hate crimes and radicalisation

The investment aims to combat hate speech and misinformation in London following the Southport riots.
Renovation
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Crystal Palace dinosaurs to be restored with 22million from affordable homes land sale deal

Bromley Council has secured funding for a park regeneration project, restoring dinosaur sculptures and building new facilities.
#brooklyn-childrens-museum
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Children's Museum awarded $2M grant to develop history-rich character building program

Brooklyn Children's Museum's new initiative, Brooklyn Character, aims to instill key character strengths in children with a $2.5 million grant.
fromBKReader
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Children's Museum Names New Executive VP, COO

Michael G. Williams appointed as COO of Brooklyn Children's Museum, bringing extensive nonprofit leadership experience and a focus on community-centered initiatives.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Children's Museum awarded $2M grant to develop history-rich character building program

Brooklyn Children's Museum's new initiative, Brooklyn Character, aims to instill key character strengths in children with a $2.5 million grant.
fromBKReader
5 months ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Children's Museum Names New Executive VP, COO

Michael G. Williams appointed as COO of Brooklyn Children's Museum, bringing extensive nonprofit leadership experience and a focus on community-centered initiatives.
more#brooklyn-childrens-museum
NYC startup
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Multimillion-Dollar Friendship Industry Has a Big Flaw

Current initiatives to combat loneliness may not be effective solutions for genuine social connection.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Is there a place for the poor?' Artists and activists try to revive Johannesburg, crumbling City of Gold

Johannesburg's downtown faces significant decline, but community initiatives are working to revitalize the area without displacing residents.
#brooklyn
fromNY Carib News
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Delivers 2025 State of the Borough Address

Borough President Reynoso emphasized the need for New York City to embrace innovation and opportunity for all residents during the 2025 State of the Borough address.
fromBrooklyn Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weekend Guide: Dyker Heights Light Show, Stand-Up, and the Circus - Brooklyn Magazine

Brooklyn is embracing the holiday season with various festive events including light displays, ice skating, and local shopping opportunities.
fromNewsday
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A makeshift goldfish pond beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrant is reborn in a tree bed

The community has creatively restored a goldfish pond, replacing the original site after it was filled in by the city for safety reasons.
fromNY Carib News
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Delivers 2025 State of the Borough Address

Borough President Reynoso emphasized the need for New York City to embrace innovation and opportunity for all residents during the 2025 State of the Borough address.
fromBrooklyn Magazine
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weekend Guide: Dyker Heights Light Show, Stand-Up, and the Circus - Brooklyn Magazine

Brooklyn is embracing the holiday season with various festive events including light displays, ice skating, and local shopping opportunities.
fromNewsday
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

A makeshift goldfish pond beneath a leaky Brooklyn fire hydrant is reborn in a tree bed

The community has creatively restored a goldfish pond, replacing the original site after it was filled in by the city for safety reasons.
more#brooklyn
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

SF's First Bold New "Modular" Parklet Debuts Today (Excelsior Coffee)

SF New Deal launched a modular parklet model at Excelsior Coffee to enhance outdoor public space accessibility for small businesses.
Social justice
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Hundreds of U.S. communities are making reparations for slavery and colonization

Local initiatives for land-based reparations are gaining momentum in the U.S. as communities strive to address the legacy of slavery.
fromPosting and Toasting
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

Book Review: "R.O.L.E. Player" by Jerome 'Junk Yard Dog' Williams

Jerome Williams' 'R.O.L.E. Player' serves as a blueprint for resilience and opportunity beyond basketball.
fromAustin Monitor
1 month ago
Alternative transportation

Travis County sets aggressive goal to eliminate traffic fatalities by 2050 - Austin Monitor

Travis County aims to reduce traffic fatalities by 50% by 2035 and eliminate them by 2050.
Miami food
fromFast Company
1 month ago

This Florida composting program will help restore the Everglades

Residents compost to restore the Everglades and support a local Indigenous community garden.
Online Community Development
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

Hydroponics Module/ Alsar Atelier + Oscar Zamora

The project supports community-led initiatives in Bogotá through hydroponic agriculture to combat health issues.
Hydroponics provides a sustainable solution for urban areas with limited space.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Long Island stores stock Narcan behind counter after push from mom who lost son to fentanyl

Long Island businesses are placing anti-overdose medication Narcan behind counters to combat opioid overdoses.
London food
fromLondon On The Inside
1 month ago

Imad Alarnab, to Open a Syrian Cafe, Deli and Restaurant at Somerset House

Aram will showcase Syrian cuisine and cultural heritage in London, reflecting hope and resilience amid the backdrop of Syria's struggles.
#san-francisco
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Amid latest rash of Walgreens closures, supe wants S.F. to look into 'cooperative pharmacies'

Walgreens closures in San Francisco prompt city-led initiative for pharmacy cooperatives to ensure community access.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
SF politics

Downtown San Francisco to get $5 million of new art

Downtown San Francisco is actively working to revitalize the area with art projects and community programs following the slow post-pandemic recovery.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Amid latest rash of Walgreens closures, supe wants S.F. to look into 'cooperative pharmacies'

Walgreens closures in San Francisco prompt city-led initiative for pharmacy cooperatives to ensure community access.
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
SF politics

Downtown San Francisco to get $5 million of new art

Downtown San Francisco is actively working to revitalize the area with art projects and community programs following the slow post-pandemic recovery.
more#san-francisco
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Netflix comedian dunks on a tech obsession at San Francisco show

Despite the challenges posed by wildfires, the Bay Area community continues to find joy and connection in everyday experiences.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
SF politics

Affordable apartment complex for foster youth opens in downtown San Jose

A new affordable housing initiative in San Jose aids young adults transitioning from foster care by providing supportive living spaces.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The 44 Percent: Brownsville cityhood, minority business grant, Black residents on Trump presidency

The extension of the North Central Dade Municipal Advisory Committee is a vital step for Black neighborhoods considering cityhood.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 months ago
Toronto

Toronto man creates tiny mobile homes to help unhoused people escape the cold | CBC News

Ryan Donais is constructing tiny mobile homes on bicycles to provide temporary shelter to the unhoused in Toronto amidst a worsening housing crisis.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

'Pizza to the Polls' feeds Philly on Election Day

'Pizza to the Polls' addresses hunger on election day to keep voters in line and engaged.
NYC food
fromEater NY
5 months ago

Where Thanksgiving Is the Busiest Day of the Year

Thanksgiving dining out is trending as families seek convenience over cooking at home, with Gramercy Tavern experiencing record reservations.
Bar Vinazo in Park Slope has closed without elaboration, marking a sudden shift in the local dining landscape.
Motorino has switched from wood-fired to gas pizza due to neighbor complaints about smoke, highlighting local community dynamics.
Massimo Bottura's Refettorio is engaging the community through a charity event aimed at feeding the needy during the holidays.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Check out a new book at Saratoga's Kevin Moran Park

Saratoga residents can enjoy an outdoor book display of 'The Bugliest Bug' while also accessing free sandbags for flood preparation.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Nation
5 months ago

The Green New Deal-From Below

Grassroots initiatives can effectively counter national destructive policies by localizing the Green New Deal movement and empowering communities.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
UK news

Tory MP demands spitting crackdown' in bid to make UK vaguely civilised'

The pursuit of an orderly and civilised society is crucial yet often neglected in political discourse, according to Conservative MP Neil O'Brien.
fromianVisits
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Decade-long project to revive UK textile skills showcased in Chelsea exhibition

The Future Textiles project has significantly addressed the skills gap in the UK textiles industry, showcasing over 7,000 participants' work through various projects.
fromStreetsblog
6 months ago
SF politics

How to Defeat Car Culture in America's Deadliest City for Pedestrians - Streetsblog USA

Los Angeles voters approved Measure HLA to improve street safety, aiming to reduce traffic fatalities by reallocating road space for bikes and buses.
fromThe Walrus
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

The Walrus Lab Case Study: Supplement | The Walrus

The Indigenous Teacher Shortage Program seeks to resolve the underrepresentation of Indigenous educators in Canada and reform the education system for inclusivity.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
7 months ago
Parenting

Incredible Beckenham mum launches 5th pre-school in Bromley to help kids thrive

Josephine Godbold launched a new pre-school in Bromley dedicated to providing quality education and support for children recovering from the challenges of COVID-19.
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