Brownsville gets boost with affordable housing project

BROOKLYN, N.Y. (PIX11) -- The Brownsville neighborhood in Brooklyn is celebrating the start of construction on a major affordable housing project. Phase two of the Marcus Garvey Extension will bring 287 new apartments to the area, with a focus on supporting vulnerable populations. Councilwoman Darlene Mealy, who represents Brownsville, expressed her excitement about the project's [...]