The 826NYC Post: Student Journalist Biographies

About Vaughn McDonagh by Lucia McDonagh

Op-Ed: Why Choose a Superpower?

by Josiah Vazquez

If I could choose one superpower, I wouldn’t choose one at all. I know it sounds crazy, but I wouldn’t want that in my life. With powers, my entire life would have to change. If I became a superhero, then I would be burdened with…

CHIPS, the place that feeds all.

by Lucia McDonagh

CHIPS. When I say CHIPS, you might think of the crispy, crunchy delight, but I think of the institute. 13 short blocks away from my home, something amazing is happening. This place is feeding hundreds of people who…

Fort Greene Park

by Arav McIntyre

Fort Greene Park is the heart of Brooklyn. It is a vital component of a loving and warm community. On summer days, the sunlight shines on the vibrant green grass. In the winter, the rolling hills on the park provide children a chance to sled down the hill…

Brooklyn Strategist

by James Dereskewicz

My favorite place in my community that I would like to be spotlighted on the news is the Brooklyn Strategist. I would like this because my favorite hobby is at this place and also the community around and at the Strategist is very nice (it’s in…

Bread Alone Stands Alone: Best Bakery in Upstate New York

by Vaughn McDonagh

A small bakery named Bread Alone is in Upstate New York. I write about this specific bakery because it is one of the only local bakeries in Woodstock, New York, and one of…

826NYC Write All About It’s Guest Speaker Event

by Tanesha Nixel

Advice from Journalist

by Jimmy Afolabi

This year, the 826NYC Post was supported by 4 wonderful volunteers with backgrounds in journalism: Carly Fisher, David Ewalt, and Henry Lu. They shared their career wisdom with the class, and student Jimmy Afolabi reports back.

Peppinos Fun and Delicious

A look into Peppinos Pizzeria and their scrumptious Pizza!

by Indiana Fischer

Hi, my name is Indiana Fischer and I live in Brooklyn, NYC. I am writing today because I want to highlight a place…

Covid Quarantine and Its Effects on Kids

by Josiah Vazquez