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Volunteers build NYCHA urban farming initiative

<p>An urban farming initiative is making its way to several NYCHA developments across the city. </p>

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Volunteers build NYCHA urban farming initiative

<p>An urban farming initiative is making its way to several NYCHA developments across the city. </p>

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STORM WATCH: Back to back humid days and storm chances for Brooklyn

Residents push back against shelter expansion; call for senior housing at former Greenpoint Hospital site

Video shows heavy smoke from shed fire in Bushwick; firefighters injured

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Woman violently robbed in Bed-Stuy

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Exclusive: Family speaks after 17-year-old girl is stabbed inside Williamsburg high school

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<p>An urban farming initiative is making its way to several NYCHA developments across the city. </p>