Prison Ship Martyrs Monument in Fort Greene Park Memorializes Dark Revolutionary History
June 15, 2026By Jessica Easthope Would people still stop to read an email, or would children keep playing, if they knew they were sitting […]
Topic: America
Old Stone House Preserves Revolutionary War History
June 10, 2026By Katie Vasquez The Old Stone House in Park Slope offers visitors a glimpse into Brooklyn’s colonial past and the sacrifices made […]
Brooklyn Heights Promenade Offers Historic Perspective on American Revolution
June 9, 2026By Jessica Easthope It’s a panoramic picture of Manhattan’s skyline from the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. But 250 years ago this spot offered […]
Cyber Security and the Virtual Classroom: How to Protect Yourself Online
September 15, 2020Currents News Staff Now that children are returning to school, a host of concerns are on the minds of parents and educators, […]
Brooklyn Diocese Catholics Stand in Solidarity at St. Peter Claver Feast Day Mass for Racial Justice
September 10, 2020Father Alonzo Cox gave an impassioned homily at the Mass for racial justice and solidarity Sept. 9 at the Co-Cathedral of St. […]
Why the Edmund Pettus Bridge Played A Significant Role in Rep. John Lewis’ Fight For Civil Rights
July 27, 2020Currents News Staff A week-long celebration honoring the late congressman and civil rights icon Rep. John Lewis began July 25 in his […]
Civil Rights Leader Rep. John Lewis Dead at 80
July 20, 2020Currents News Staff Civil rights activist and U.S. Representative John Lewis has died at the age of 80. Lewis announced in December […]
Thousands Gather to Reflect on History, Strife of Slavery in America
August 26, 2019Currents News Staff Four hundred years ago this month, the first documented Africans were brought to British North America. The arrival of […]
Kids Give Back to Vets
November 7, 2017On Friday, the nation celebrates Veterans Day…honoring the men and women who have sacrificed to keep America safe and free. At a […]