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‘Brooklyn Senior Idol’ Resolves Dispute Over Use Of ‘Idol’ Brand By Alex Ellefson on Aug 04, 2015 04:05 pm The production company behind reality TV show “American Idol” has dropped the request that its name be kept out of a Brooklyn singing competition for seniors, State Senator Marty Golden announced Tuesday. Golden has co-hosted the singing contest, “Brooklyn Senior Idol,” for the last seven years. His office signed a legal contract with lawyers from FremantleMedia North [...] Things For Kids To Do In Southern Brooklyn: Mrs. Doubtfire, Wonder Wheel Party, Night Out Against Crime By Melissa Akar on Aug 04, 2015 02:58 pm Looking for something to do with the whole family this week? There are a lot of great kid-friendly events coming up in Brooklyn, and we’ve selected some of our favorites. See the full details below! For more things to do around Brooklyn, and to add your own upcoming event, check out our calendar. 62nd Precinct: [...] Despite New Ban, Golden Spent Campaign Funds On Country Club Dues By Rachel Silberstein on Aug 04, 2015 02:14 pm Governor Andrew Cuomo added new limitations how lawmakers could use campaign funds in this year’s budget, but some Republican lawmakers, including Senator Marty Golden, have apparently chosen to ignore it. Included in the tightened regulations is a ban on pols using campaign nest eggs to pay for memberships at country clubs, health clubs, or recreational [...] Disabled Veteran Phil Esposito Uses His Camera To Help Fellow Wounded Warriors By Nicholas Lopez on Aug 04, 2015 12:20 pm A disabled Navy veteran and Sheepshead Bay resident has turned his love of New York’s iconic imagery into a photography business that will benefit America’s wounded service members. Phil Esposito, who served in the Navy for 24 years, suffered two injuries during his service — he was wounded in by a rocket propelled grenade in Vietnam and hurt [...] How To Find Out If The State Owes You Money By Anna Gustafson on Aug 04, 2015 09:55 am Alright, folks, time to open up those pockets — some money could be coming your way! State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli’s office today announced they’ll be holding community events around state — including in Brooklyn — to help residents search for lost and forgotten money, also known as unclaimed funds. Currently, DiNapoli oversees $14 billion held [...] Morning Mug: “Outside Of A Dog, A Book Is A Man’s Best Friend. Inside Of A Dog It’s Too Dark To Read.” — Groucho Marx By Erica Sherman on Aug 04, 2015 07:56 am Morning Mug is our daily showcase of photographs from our readers. If you have a photograph that you’d like to see featured, send it to photos@sheepsheadbites.com. Also, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and sign up for our daily newsletter. Recent Articles: Friends Honor Brighton Beach Murder Victim Anthony Senisi With Memorial Softball Game Things To Do In Southern Brooklyn This Week: Big Heroes On The Beach, Night Out Against Crime & More Five New York Medical Marijuana Manufacturers Approved, But None Will Serve Brooklyn Or Staten Island Truck Crashes Into Nostrand Avenue Storefront To Avoid Hitting Bicyclist Facebook Twitter Have tips? Emaileditor@sheepsheadbites.com Want to advertise? Contact us!

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