How unknowledgeable of Brooklyn’s plight is our City Planning Chairwoman Amanda Burden, from her tall seat above the other City Planners, where are all the real causes of Brooklyn homeowners’ vanishing gardens. Comment.

The 13th season of “The Challenge” kicks off with all-star student scholars from Abraham Lincoln High School and James Madison High School competing against each other in round one of this award-winning high school quiz show. Comment.

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While the city is touting the lowest homicide rate in over four decades, nearly half of the 461 killings that did occur took place right here in the borough of churches. Comment.

Trip to cell-ville Comment.

News that the much-maligned Department of Buildings [DOB] is “upping its game” and at least trying out new reforms should put smiles on the faces of all those who feel the agency has too often dropped the ball on controversial construction projects. Comment.

A survey of Brooklyn post offices conducted by a local elected official reveals what many post office customers already knew: Long lines and tedious waits are the rule of thumb at many branches. Comment.

The following is a list of local community organizations that are meeting in the near future in your area. If you have any information that can update this listing, newspaper at 718-260-2529. All meeting notices are accurate as of press time, however, they are subject to change from the organization. Please contact the organization at the number provided for confirmation of date, time and location. Comment.

While the city is touting the lowest homicide rate in over four decades, nearly half of the 461 killings that did occur took place right here in the borough of churches. Comment.

The 13th season of “The Challenge” kicks off with all-star student scholars from Abraham Lincoln High School and James Madison High School competing against each other in round one of this award-winning high school quiz show. Comment.

John Padula wasn’t sure how John Thomas was going to run in the 300 meters after he finished winning the 55-meter dash. It was a transition the Sheepshead Bay senior was not used to as former teammate Ayo Isijola ran the race for the Sharks the last two seasons. Thomas pleaded with his coach for a chance. Comment.

Shaquella Figueroa barely picked up a ball this summer. She stayed away from the AAU circuit and didn’t play in any summer leagues with her Lincoln girls basketball teammates. Comment.

Alexcia Barnes corralled a long rebound on the right side and fired a pass deep down the left side line. Fellow Benjamin Banneker guard Kaylah Gholson ran under it and took one dribble and two steps for an easy fast break layup. Comment.

Barney Davis wasn’t sure how his team, specifically senior point guard Jasmin Robinson, would handle the hostile environment of Manhattan Center on December 15. Not only are the Rams one of PSAL Class AA’s top teams, their home gym is one of the toughest places to play in the city. Comment.

One. That’s how many 3-pointers Francess Henry had in league games last year for Midwood. Then a sophomore, the 5-foot-10 wing was sparsely used off the bench. Comment.

Chris Ortiz has become the latest CHSAA basketball player to transfer to Abraham Lincoln, he told The New York Post. Comment.

Much like its game two weeks ago against Francis Lewis, Thomas Jefferson had it tied against a good team late in the fourth quarter. And much like that game Dec. 14 against the Patriots, the undermanned Orange Wave couldn’t get over the hump. Comment.

Jai Kellman didn’t want a new pair of sneakers or any designer clothes for Christmas. Comment.

For the 30th consecutive year, New York City’s Correction Officers donated, collected and distributed a truckload of Christmas gifts to the children of the SCO Family of Services, a community organization in Brooklyn. Santa Clausalso dropped in to help distribute the hundreds of gifts. Comment.

Starry-eyed youngsters took to the stage and wowed the crowd during a “Winter Wonderland” concert at Public School 52. Comment.

This year, with the help of Health Plus, Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, Forest City Ratner and Toys ‘R’ Us, the holiday season kicked off on a cheerful note as State Senator Parker hosted his sixth toy give-away party. More than 600 toys were donated to underprivileged children, just in time for Christmas. Comment.

The seasonal spirit was ignited with a flip of the switch! Comment.

A spectacular synthesis of sport and artistry greeted seasonal spectators when Aviator Sports and Recreation Complex presented a holiday ice fantasy show at Floyd Bennett Field. Comment.

The long arm of the law displayed its big heart when cops from the 61st Precinct, including one dressed as Santa, -made a holiday pitstop at the Bay Family Center to deliver gifts to grateful, bright-eyed youngsters. Comment.