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“Our focus over the last decade has been unwavering: improve quality, strengthen safety, and ensure Brooklyn residents c...
09/01/2026

“Our focus over the last decade has been unwavering: improve quality, strengthen safety, and ensure Brooklyn residents can access world-class care close to home.”

NYU Langone Health held a party Jan. 7 to mark the 10-year anniversary of merging with the former Lutheran Medical Center. The …

The 34th edition of the PSAL’s Reilly Senior All Star Classic was held at Old Boys High Field last month. The game was f...
09/01/2026

The 34th edition of the PSAL’s Reilly Senior All Star Classic was held at Old Boys High Field last month. The game was founded by Sheepshead Bay coach Richard Reilly (1981-1994).

The 34th edition of the PSAL’s Reilly Senior All Star Classic was held at Old Boys High Field on December 13. The …

“As an up-and-coming filmmaker, this is truly a very rare opportunity to learn from someone who has and will continue to...
08/01/2026

“As an up-and-coming filmmaker, this is truly a very rare opportunity to learn from someone who has and will continue to leave a lasting mark on independent filmmaking.”

Nonprofit arts organization Coney Island USA announced it has launched its first film school, with classes beginning Jan. 25. Enrollment is open, …

“This is not a beauty pageant—it is a cultural honor. Each young woman is required to learn about Norwegian heritage, hi...
08/01/2026

“This is not a beauty pageant—it is a cultural honor. Each young woman is required to learn about Norwegian heritage, history, and traditions, and to come prepared to thoughtfully answer questions from our judges.”

A Brooklyn tradition is returning. After being canceled last year, the 67th Annual Miss Norway of Greater New York Contest is coming …

A fire inside a Bay Ridge apartment building left one person in critical condition and injured three others Jan. 6.
07/01/2026

A fire inside a Bay Ridge apartment building left one person in critical condition and injured three others Jan. 6.

A fire inside a Bay Ridge apartment building left one person in critical condition and injured three others Jan. 6. FDNY officials …

“The people who worked there knew my name. Knew who I was. It’s sad. I loved that place. Now there’s one less place to s...
07/01/2026

“The people who worked there knew my name. Knew who I was. It’s sad. I loved that place. Now there’s one less place to shop on 18th Avenue. The pork store that had been there forever closed last year.”

It’s game over for another brick-and-mortar gaming store. Chain electronics store GameStop announced that its Bensonhurst location, 6713 18th Ave., will be …

“I ran on being ready for the job on day one, and so it was important to me that our offices be immediately open to help...
06/01/2026

“I ran on being ready for the job on day one, and so it was important to me that our offices be immediately open to help constituents with whatever they need.”

Kayla Santosuosso became the new councilmember of the 47th District Jan. 1. The district covers Bay Ridge, Coney Island, Sea Gate and …

“I’m not competing with WFAN. I’m competing with the world,” said Tierney, a Marine Park native.. “That’s not a Hallmark...
06/01/2026

“I’m not competing with WFAN. I’m competing with the world,” said Tierney, a Marine Park native.. “That’s not a Hallmark cliché. I’m on a mission to make this phenomenal and I feel great about the start.”

He’s getting right back into the batter’s box. Sports radio and television host Brandon Tierney started a brand-new show just three days …

“While we re-emerged from the water with numb legs and feet, our group spirit kept us collectively warm, which extends t...
05/01/2026

“While we re-emerged from the water with numb legs and feet, our group spirit kept us collectively warm, which extends to our fellow plungers across Coney Island, including the two synchronized swimmers who joined our blanket.”

Thousands ‘brrr-ought’ in the new year at the 123rd annual Coney Island Polar Bear Club Plunge on Thursday, Jan.1. The tradition challenges …

“She always put the interests of the school, the community and the students first.”
05/01/2026

“She always put the interests of the school, the community and the students first.”

Former Fort Hamilton High School (FHHS) Principal Dr. Alice Farkouh died Jan. 1. She was 86 and is survived by her three …

He was arrested and charged with assault, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, and harassment.
02/01/2026

He was arrested and charged with assault, criminal possession of a weapon, menacing, and harassment.

A man was arrested for allegedly slashing another man, 33, while inside a Sunset Park subway station, Dec. 29. Caleb Polidore, 26, …

“She passed away at 10, but they were 10 wonderful years. She made a big impact in the years she was here.”
02/01/2026

“She passed away at 10, but they were 10 wonderful years. She made a big impact in the years she was here.”

Greenhouse Café, 7717 Third Ave., hosted a blood drive Dec. 29 in memory of Haley Daquara, daughter of Bobby Daquara, the eatery’s …

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