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Ditmas Park-Flatbush-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Brooklyn unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

Home Prices In Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Continue To Rise

The Ditmas Park-Flatbush area has experienced explosive home price growth this past year and prices are still moving upward.

Back Rent Trending Downward In Brooklyn: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Brooklyn rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Home Prices In Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Continue To Rise

National home prices have surged over the past year; the Ditmas Park-Flatbush area was no exception.

Pumpkin Availability Near Ditmas Park-Flatbush For 2021

Pumpkin patches in the Ditmas Park-Flatbush area are gearing up for the peak season.

Ditmas Park-Flatbush-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In July: Feds

The Kings County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the summer.

Shuttle Needed for Disabled Flatbush Subway Riders

Flatbush Resident creates petition for a dedicated shuttle for the disabled while subway elevator at Flatbush/Nostand is repaired.

2021 Fall Foliage Peak Map: When Leaves Are Best In New York

The 2021 Fall Foliage Prediction Map is out so you can plan trips to see autumn in all its splendor in New York and other U.S. states.

Home Prices In Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Increased Recently

National home prices are have surged over the past year; The Ditmas Park-Flatbush area was no exception.

Ditmas Park-Flatbush-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Hospital Capacity In Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area: Update

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Ditmas Park-Flatbush residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Brooklyn

Many in the Ditmas Park-Flatbush area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

These Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Restaurants Got Revitalization Funds

Ditmas Park-Flatbush area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

PPP Loans Benefited Ditmas Park-Flatbush Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 415,741 New York businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Ditmas Park-Flatbush.

Unemployment Rate Decreases In Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Brooklyn decreased recently.

Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Completion Rates For College Aid Applications

Nationally, applications for financial aid are down this year.

Brooklyn College Offers First Undergraduate Business Program Focused On Diversity And Inclusion At The Koppelman School Of Business

The college was one of only two New York State colleges or universities that made the site’s list of renowned liberal arts institutions.

Brooklyn Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Ditmas Park-Flatbush area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Recent Brooklyn College Conservatory Of Music Graduate Thrives In International Online Competitions

Brooklyn College Conservatory of Music graduate Martyna Kucinskaite recently won several top prizes in international competitions.

College Group Launches Asian American Faculty And Staff Association

"What’s really important is that we can serve as an entity to advocate for and represent each other," says Au.

4 Brooklyn College Students Earn Fulbright Internships

The rising juniors and seniors will work on diverse research topics, from how the brain processes music to a water-purification technique.

Brooklyn College Undergraduate Film Festival Scheduled For June 24, 25

View the trailer for the 39th Annual Brooklyn College Undergraduate Film Festival by clicking the link below.

Brooklyn College Department Of Chemistry Earns 2021 Stanley C. Israel Regional Award For Advancing Diversity In The Chemical Sciences

This award reflects the success of the department’s longstanding commitment to recruiting and promoting women and faculty of color.

Brooklyn College Distinguished Professor Emeritus Tania León Receives Pulitzer Prize In Music

Brooklyn College Distinguished Professor Emeritus Tania León has been awarded the Pulitzer Prize in Music for her work "Stride".

Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Home Prices Up Recently

Home prices have skyrocketed in the Ditmas Park-Flatbush area since the pandemic began.

Brooklyn College Raises More Than $2.1 Million To Help Students Overcome Financial Challenges Brought On By Pandemic

A combination of donations and other financial assistance from various supporters was key to student success.

Ditmas Park-Flatbush Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Brooklyn's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On Ditmas Park-Flatbush Patch

Publish a photo of pops on Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Brooklyn College Recognizes Class Of 2021

On May 27, Brooklyn College honored the incredible accomplishments of the Class of 2021 with a virtual event with special guests.

Council Votes On Legislation To Move More New Yorkers From Homeless Shelters Into Permanent Housing

The Council will also vote on a bill to address maternal mortality.

#BCGrad2021 Celebrates Resilience And Hope: Striving Toward Success

A master’s degree candidate in biology says that every semester was a chance to network.

Brooklyn College To Salute The Resilient Class Of 2021 Through Online Commencement

The College will celebrate accomplishments of 4,738 total students and recognize Fatima Goss Graves as its 2021 Honorary Degree recipient.

#BCGrad2021 A Future Health - Care Warrior

Graduating senior Samuelle Delcy says the research opportunities she gained at Brooklyn College helped prepare her to take on the world.

#BCGrad2021 Celebrates Resilience And Hope: Finding Her Dream College

Graduating senior and future speech pathologist says Brooklyn College provided many opportunities to grow.

#BCGrad2021 Celebrates Resilience And Hope

Her unflagging support for women’s rights, and role has defender of equality and fairness has resulted in lasting progress.

#BCGrad 2021 Celebrates Resilience And Hope: Finding Her Dream College

Graduating senior and future speech pathologist says Brooklyn College provided many opportunities to grow.

#BCGrad 2021 Celebrates Resilience And Hope: Learning From Peers

Julia Goodheart, M.A. in political science, international affairs and global justice, born in Marine Park, Brooklyn.

A Graduating Film Student Recalls Major Academic Highlights Like Creating Her Senior Thesis Project

When senior Jodi-Ann Donegal first came to Brooklyn College, she was taking some prerequisites courses in preparation to become a nurse.