This Week's Good News from NYC: March 18 - 22

This week's positive and uplifting stories from neighborhoods near Forest Hills.

NYC

Home Office Deduction: A Tax Break for Those Who Work from Home

If you use part of your home for your business, you may qualify for a tax break

FEMA Extends Sandy Shelter Assistance Program By Three Weeks

Also, city residents affected by the storm have one more week to register for federal disaster assistance.

Mayor Bloomberg Launches 30 Solar-Powered Recycling Stations in Times Square

Mayor hopes the pilot program will make make managing waste more efficient.

BROOKLYN

Fort Greene - Clinton Hill

Fort Greene's Williamsburgh Savings Bank Clock Tower Relit

After undergoing extensive repairs, the clock at the top of One Hanson Place reclaimed its place in the Brooklyn nighttime skyline.

Brooklyn Creates: An Aesthetic Exploration Of The Table

Brooklyn Glass and Brooklyn Metal Works forge an alliance for a special event.

Carroll Gardens

A Taste of Down Under On South Brooklyn Plates

Let your tastebuds vote for you in the Aussie Lamb Spring Fling contest taking place at two local restaurants.

Bed-Stuy

The Bishop Now Welcomes all Creatives of Bed-Stuy

The Bishop, located at 916 Bedford Avenue, is Bed-Stuy's newest art incubator for local residents.

QUEENS

Bayside - Douglaston

Queens Dance Project to Host Health Fair

Bayside dance and fitness studio's March 30 event will include vendors and demonstrations.

Hofstra Student from Little Neck Wins Gracie Award

Shannan Ferry honored for her work on a radio segment on female genital mutilation.

Head of DOE's Parent Academy to Speak at CDEC 26's March 21 Meeting

Jesse Mojica will discuss the academy as well as the CEC selection process at meeting in Little Neck.

Forest Hills

Koslowitz Will Honor Local Women Wednesday

Event to focus on leaders in the community.