Brooklyn Reporter

09/10/2026

"It was such a joy to see our parish families come together with their beloved pets and give thanks to God for the gift of creation and for the companionship our animals bring into our lives."

Brooklyn churches celebrated the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with Blessing of the Animals ceremonies honoring pets and creation.

08/10/2026

“I went down in the sewer drain and was down in the hole for at least 35 minutes before we got him out.”

Firefighters rescued a kitten trapped in a Bensonhurst sewer after a three-attempt effort brought the cat safely back above ground.

07/10/2026

“The parade is such a wonderful tradition. We can't thank the community enough for their support. The weather was perfect. Everyone came out to celebrate with us. We are a small town with a big heart."

The 60th Ragamuffin Parade brought costumes, music and community pride to Bay Ridge as children and families celebrated the tradition.

05/10/2026

"Bay Ridge lost a truly special person.”

Bay Ridge civic leader and former Community Board 10 Chair Stephen Harrison, a longtime attorney and neighborhood advocate, has died at 77.

02/10/2026

A longtime Sunset Park resident sang the national anthem before a New York Mets game on Roberto Clemente Day Sept. 15, which also marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month.

Sunset Park resident Gladys Dari Bruno sang the national anthem at Citi Field for Roberto Clemente Day and Hispanic Heritage Month.

01/10/2026

"We are touched to see our community’s devotion to honoring her life, and to showing up and standing together during this heartbreaking time.”

A Bay Ridge vigil honored Maria Ines Granda, who was allegedly killed in her home, as family and community members remembered her life.

30/09/2026

Take two! The Ragamuffin Parade will be held on Oct. 3 while the Third Avenue Festival will take place Oct. 4. (Link in comments)

25/09/2026

"It was a wonderful day spent together.”

The Norwegian Christian Home and Health Center held its annual fall fair in Dyker Heights, featuring food, crafts, music, games and a raffle.

23/09/2026

"Thank you Xaverian HS for always hosting a great race and after party, and thanks to all our family and friends for coming out in the rain to support.”

Rain couldn’t stop runners honoring NYPD Officer Christopher Hoban at Xaverian’s annual memorial run in Bay Ridge.

21/09/2026

Update: Owl is with her foster home.

An injured and malnourished dog found near Owl’s Head Park in Bay Ridge is recovering after receiving emergency veterinary care.