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The two-time defending Northeast Conference champion LIU-Brooklyn Blackbirds are hoping the friendly environs of the Wellness, Recreation and Athletic Center help them get out of unfamiliar territory. … Full Article

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Happy New Year!  This past year has been a productive one for my office.  We successfully implemented a number of initiatives aimed at making Brooklyn safer, and we celebrated the continued success of our many other programs and activities. … Full Article

BBA’s forum on criminal law welcomes public on Jan. 15 … Full Article

When the Columbian Lawyers Association of Brooklyn, led by President Bruno Codispoti, kick off their new year, it will be at Nino’s Restaurant on Staten Island the evening of Jan. 8, where they will dine in style and then benefit from a timely CLE-accredited program. … Full Article

A Manhattan court officer who filed a discrimination lawsuit against her employer and other court personnel has voluntarily dismissed all claims and withdrew her action.   … Full Article

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After a long night and a short turnaround, the Brooklyn Nets' starters needed help Saturday. MarShon Brooks, Andray Blatche and Mirza Teletovic provided enough to wrap this one up by halftime. … Full Article

A rendering of the Hampton Inn planned for 125 Flatbush Avenue Extension, just west of the Manhattan Bridge entrance ramp, has been unearthed by Brownstoner. … Full Article

The 12th annual Jordan Brand Classic, the nation’s premier high school all-star game, will be held in Brooklyn, the birthplace of Michael Jordan, on April 13, 2013, at Barclays Center. The game had previously been held in Charlotte, North Carolina. … Full Article