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Third from left, second row, Princess Cornneitte, founder of the Brownsville Devine Explosion Arts Program, joins volunteers at a Dec. 23 Christmas Bazaar, at the Love Zone outdoor space.

Devine Explosion Arts Program celebrates 22 years of giving in Brownsville community

By Tangerine Clarke

Moderators Jeanne Theoharis (top left) and Robyn Spencer-Antoine (top right), of the event hosted virtually on Dec. 7 by the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture at the New York Public Library (NYPL). Panelists were Tanisha Ford (bottom left), Shennette Garrett Scott (bottom center) and Crystal Moten (bottom right).

People

Panelists discuss the significance and necessity of Black Freedom

By Milette Millington

Claudette Thomas-Butler, fourth from left in black dress, holds plaque, flanked by Council Member Mercedes Narcisse, second row, right, and members of VINCI.

People

Outstanding three honored at VINCI 40th anniversary gala

By Nelson A. King

Trinidadian-born attorney Roger Archibald.

Trinidad & Tobago

Attorney Roger Archibald attains no. 1 jury verdict in NY for use of excessive force

By Nelson A. King

Kamla Millwood, center, holds award, with Jean Joseph and MC Lion Benjamin M. Pinczewski, Esq.

People

Brooklyn Canarsie Lions bestow Christmas honors

By Nelson A. King

Jason Browne, high school senior at The IDEAL School in Manhattan.

St Kitts and Nevis

High school student with Caribbean descent does good through leadership

By Milette Millington

Screen grab of ‘Disability Rights” exhibition ad on Museum of the City of New York website.

NYC Museum Exhibit celebrates Disability History and Advocacy

By Milette Millington

Jamaican Irlene Jones-Brathwaite, with younger son, Donte, at head table.

Jamaica

Jamaican Irlene Jones-Brathwaite celebrates gala 60th birthday: ‘A blessing’

By Nelson A. King

Sheryl Lee Ralph performing in Los Angeles recently.

Sheryl Lee Ralph: A trailblazer, advocate, and icon in entertainment

By Tracey Khan

Cory Provost, former 58th Assembly district leader, and newest New York attorney-at-law, addressing a past Guyanese audience in Brooklyn.

People

Cory Provost adds attorney at law to his accomplishments

By Tangerine Clarke

Thelma Liverpool, president and founder of the Bronx-based Thanni Holding Corporation.

Guyana

Guyanese Thelma Liverpool develops patented device to better care for elderly, bedridden patients

By Nelson A. King

Atiba T. Edwards, new head of Brooklyn Children’s Museum.

St Vincent

BCM confirms Vincentian Atiba Edwards as new head

By Nelson A. King

Officials of the Executive Committee of Grand Council share Thanksgiving meal.

People

Brooklyn Mechanics Grand Lodge provides Thanksgiving Dinner to over 350 homeless people

By Nelson A. King

Sharmaine Byrd, pastor of Greater Mount Carmel Cathedral and Worship Center in Brooklyn.

People

Female pastor shows kindness by assisting those in need

By Milette Millington

From left: Williams Andrew, chairman and co-founder, Sherly Demosthenes-Atkinson, CEO and NYS Sen. Kevin Parker.

Health

CABS Health Network celebrates unsung heroes with Circle of Care Awards

By Patrick Buddington

Glenda Cadogan, creator and founder of Yesterday's Children, fifth from left standing, joins honorees at the organization's 13th Annual Awards gala.

People

Sen. Parker honors Yesterday’s Children Inc.’s 13th Annual Salute to Elders

By Tangerine Clarke

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Bronx Democrats celebrate election wins, honor departing council members at holiday party

Cabán has introduced the Delivery Protection Act, which would force delivery companies to recognize delivery drivers as their employees. Cabán rallied alongside Teamsters outside the DBK1 facility on Dec. 12. Photo by Shane O'Brien.

Cabán, Teamsters rally at City Hall in support of legislation requiring companies to directly hire their drivers

Cabán has introduced the Delivery Protection Act, which would force delivery companies to recognize delivery drivers as their employees. Cabán rallied alongside Teamsters outside the DBK1 facility on Dec. 12. Photo by Shane O'Brien.

Cabán, Teamsters rally at City Hall in support of legislation requiring companies to directly hire their drivers

Young girl visiting Santa, whispering into Santas ear

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