Juneteenth News – Caribbean Life

From left, Patrick Victor, proprietor of Mr. P's Homemade Ice Cream shop, NYC Councilmember Rita Joseph,District 40, and a supporter in front of the 1397 Nostrand Ave., Brooklyn colorful facade on Juneteenth, June 19, where scores of free scoops were shared in the Little Caribbean community.

Trinidad & Tobago

Mr. P’s Homemade Ice Cream, made with love, honors Juneteenth with free scoops

By Tangerine Clarke

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, center, leads Juneteenth Celebration in the Bronx.

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Gibson hosts Juneteenth ceremony honoring freedom, resilience, and liberation

By Nelson A. King

New York City Department of Cultural Affairs Commissioner Laurie Cumbo gives remarks.

Louis hosts 5th Annual Central Brooklyn Juneteenth and Teen Expo

By Nelson A. King

Council Member Farah N. Louis addresses town hall in Brooklyn on City of Yes for Housing Opportunity in July 2024.

Louis hosts Juneteenth Annual Central Brooklyn Celebration & Teen Entrepreneur Expo

By Nelson A. King

Councilmember Mercedes Narcisse among members of the clergy as Brooklyn Canarsie Lions hosted a successful Brotherhood Service, distributed Thanksgiving gifts in November 2024.

Narcisse reflects on the powerful legacy of Juneteenth

By Nelson A. King

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