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The 2023 Bishop’s Dinner for Scouting, presented by the Catholic Committee on Scouting for the Diocese of Brooklyn, was held at the El Caribe Country Club, paying special tribute to Bishop Robert Brennan, in addition to presenting a number of awards in front of more than 200 spectators.
The 2023 Bishop’s Dinner for Scouting, presented by the Catholic Committee on Scouting for the Diocese of Brooklyn, was held on Wednesday, …
Two teens allegedly beat a man in the Fort Hamilton Parkway train station on 62nd Street.
Two teens allegedly beat a man in the Fort Hamilton Parkway train station on 62nd Street Sept. 30. The boys argued with …
Cops said a group of people were drinking when a fight broke out at around 9:20 p.m.
Two men were stabbed on 86th and Bay 16th streets Wednesday night. Cops said a group of people were drinking when a …
“To our cherished community partners, and to every incredible guest who has visited our taproom over the past 10 unforgettable years, there are not enough words to encapsulate our gratitude.”
After 10 years, it’s closing time for the taproom at the Coney Island Brewery, 1904 Surf Ave., which will serve its last …
“This is what our seniors deserve and there’s no reason why this Bay Ridge Center does not now be a model for other neighborhoods across the city who have such a large population of seniors and older adults who want to stay home and live and grow in their neighborhood.”
The ribbon was officially cut Wednesday at the Bay Ridge Center’s new home at 15 Bay Ridge Ave. Community leaders, elected officials …
"This is a program that is timeless, and it’s been going on for 110 years, so we must be doing something right."
The 2023 Bishop’s Dinner for Scouting, presented by the Catholic Committee on Scouting for the Diocese of Brooklyn, was held on Wednesday, …
“Sometimes you have to take a step back in order to go forward; the season’s not over yet.”
With more than half of the regular season completed and with playoff seeding on the line, the 3-2 Fort Hamilton Tigers traveled …
“For half a century, I have been gifted with the privilege of witnessing the dedication of the guild’s parents, families, teachers and volunteers and have watched them transform the lives of its clients and lend critical support to their families."
The Guild for Exceptional Children held its annual autumn gala at Gargiulo’s Oct. 29. This year the nonprofit agency celebrated 65 years …
Instead of painting on cotton canvas or poster card stock, students from public, parochial and private schools had the opportunity to apply their talent and works of art outdoors on storefront windows courtesy of participating local merchants and businesses.
Instead of painting on cotton canvas or poster card stock, students from public, parochial and private schools had the opportunity to apply their …
A 65-year-old woman called cops and told them she heard five gunshots on 67th Street between Ridge Boulevard and Third Avenue.
Shots were fired at a Bay Ridge home at around 3 a.m. on Oct. 18. A 65-year-old woman called cops and told …
A Marine Park street corner was co-named last week for a native son who died doing what he was born to do.
A Marine Park street corner was co-named last week for a native son who died doing what he was born to do. …
Seven people were injured Tuesday when a man fleeing cops crashed his car into two MTA buses on McDonald Avenue and Avenue N, police said.
Seven people were injured Tuesday when a man fleeing cops crashed his car into two MTA buses on McDonald Avenue and Avenue …
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“We knew that this was a very important game for us,”Porter said. “We studied them [Lehman] on film and practiced hard during the week. We were all in for this game.”
Coming off their second straight win last week at FDR, the 2-2 Tigers rode their momentum to another win as Fort Hamilton hosted the …
Cops arrested two men who allegedly attacked and harassed three men on 86th Street near Fourth Avenue Oct. 11.
Cops arrested two men who allegedly attacked and harassed three men on 86th Street near Fourth Avenue Oct. 11. The victims – …
During her talk she traced the Nordic roots of the Vikings and spoke about the Scandinavian countries of Norway, Sweden and Denmark. She also mentioned the early immigration of Norwegians and Swedes to Bay Ridge and South Brooklyn.
Prominent Bay Ridgeite Victoria Hofmo was the guest speaker at the Oct. 18 monthly meeting of the Bay Ridge Historical Society. Hofmo is the president of the Scandinavian …
A large rally was held outside PS 264 in Bay Ridge Oct. 12 to condemn bullying and to protest the arrest of Duo Lei, who says he fought in self-defense.
Cops arrested a 24-year-old man suspected of attacking a 13-year-old boy outside IS 201 on 12th Avenue and 80th Street Sept. 28. …
Only In Brooklyn! Your Highness Grandmother Pageant celebrates beauty inside and out.
Borough’s history as a haven for immigrants celebrates a multi-generational heritage “NOT A BATHING SUIT COMPETITION, IT’S ABOUT OVERALL BEAUTY INSIDE AND …
A 24-year-old man died last week after a multi-vehicle collision on the Belt Parkway.
A 24-year-old man died Monday after a multi-vehicle collision on the Belt Parkway. Rakibul Hasan was driving his Toyota Prius through Plumb …
“Our school community is comprised of many Latino cultures, so hosting an event that celebrated our heritage and honored our roots felt necessary.”
M.S. 936 Arts Off 3rd, 270 59th St., showed cultural pride at a Community Fiesta celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Oct. 12. More …
Protesters clashed with police during Saturday’s “Flood Brooklyn for Palestine” demonstration on Fifth Avenue.
Protesters clashed with police during Saturday’s “Flood Brooklyn for Palestine” demonstration on Fifth Avenue. The rally, which included about 5,000 people, was …
ON STAGE IN BROOKLYN: The talented members of Brooklyn’s revered Covenant Ballet Theatre are getting ready to bring an original narrative ballet to life on one of the borough’s newest performance spaces, The Theater at City Tech! “Orphan Train” was conceived and choreographed by CBT Artistic Director and Founder Marla Hirokawa. It tells the story of Children's Aid Society of New York founder Rev. Charles Brace. This special performance takes place Nov. 9 at 7 p.m. Reserve your tickets now via covenantballet.org!
Vella-Marrone is the chairwoman of the Conservative Party of Kings County. Kassar is the chairman of the Conservative Party of New York State.
Southern Brooklyn Democrats boycotted the Dyker Heights Civic Association’s traditional City Council debate at St. Philip’s Parish Hall Oct. 12, ceding the …
Cops are trying to determine the identity of an elderly man who was beaten by unknown attackers on Fifth Avenue and 38th Street at around 8:40 p.m. on Oct. 12.
Cops are trying to determine the identity of an elderly man who was beaten by unknown attackers on Fifth Avenue and 38th …
“We are humbled by the community’s support and are proud of the street that will bear his name.”
The corner of Third Avenue and 80th Street was renamed Oct. 8 for Joseph Joyce, the former owner of J.J. Bubbles. Joyce …
“The storm, which deluged the Prospect Park Zoo with more than 7 inches of rain and run-off from surrounding streets, had major impact on boilers, HVAC, electrical, and aquatic life support and other systems which are located in building basements and sub-basements."
The old song goes, “Something tells me it’s all happening at the zoo,” but it’s not happening right now, at least for …
The grand marshal was Beth Paretta, CEO and founder of Paretta Autosport, and the colorful march was sponsored by the Columbus Citizens Foundation.
Heralded as the world’s largest celebration of Italian heritage, New York City’s 79th annual Columbus Day Parade stepped off Oct. 9 from 44th Street …
“As a trusted source of deals in Brooklyn for more than 40 years, it’s especially satisfying to see DII make such a significant investment in our community.”
A new DII Discount store opened Oct. 4 in the former Flamingo Furniture building at 5109 Fifth Ave. According to the Sunset …
Cops nabbed two teens who allegedly pointed fake guns at Congregation B’nai Yosef.
Cops nabbed two teens who allegedly pointed fake guns at Congregation B’nai Yosef on Ocean Parkway and East Fifth Street at 7:40 …
“Each year, we leave this event grateful that we can be committed to our patients and that they have easy access to the very best care and treatment options available anywhere.”
Maimonides Breast Center celebrated cancer survivors with its 10th Annual Pink Runway at the Weylin Oct. 5. More than 375 guests watched …
“We’ve won two in a row, now let’s make that the start of a winning streak.”
It was Friday night under the lights as the 1-2 Fort Hamilton Tigers visited the 0-3 FDR Cougars at New Utrecht H.S. …
Police are searching for a man accused of s*xually abusing three women last week.
Police are searching for a man accused of s*xually abusing three women last week. On Oct. 4 at 10 p.m., the suspect …
“My hope, my wish and my prayer is that for every student that enters this building they get to know who Dr. Antonia Pantoja was, and her legacy.”
P.S. 958 has a new name: The Dr. Antonia Pantoja School of Sunset Park. Pantoja founded the ASPIRA Association in 1961. The …
As this year’s Ragamuffin Parade fades into memory, we can now look forward to the Bay Ridge Community Council’s 71st annual painting competition.
As this year’s Ragamuffin Parade fades into memory, we can now look forward to the Bay Ridge Community Council’s 71st annual painting competition. …
Cops said the drivers got out of their cars, punched and kicked the 18-year-old and harassed the other men before driving away.
Three men were attacked and harassed Wednesday night by people shouting anti-Palestine statements from cars on Fourth Avenue and 86th Street, cops …
Councilwoman Inna Vernikov was arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to a pro-Palestine rally at Brooklyn College Thursday afternoon.
Councilwoman Inna Vernikov was arrested for allegedly bringing a gun to a pro-Palestine rally at Brooklyn College Thursday afternoon. Cops said the …
A 19-year-old man was critically injured Sunday after his bicycle collided with a car on 13th Avenue and 73rd Street.
A 19-year-old man was critically injured Sunday after his bicycle collided with a car on 13th Avenue and 73rd Street. The man …
Two firefighters were hurt Tuesday during a two-alarm blaze in Hollywood Car Wash on Coney Island Avenue.
Two firefighters were hurt Tuesday during a two-alarm blaze in Hollywood Car Wash on Coney Island Avenue and Albemarle Road. The fire …
After losing twice to the 1-1 McKee/Staten Island Tech Seagulls last year, the 0-2 Tigers really wanted to win their first game of the season, especially at their host’s homecoming game, according to Fort Hamilton offensive lineman Nicholas Cheregotis.
After losing twice to the 1-1 McKee/Staten Island Tech Seagulls last year, the 0-2 Tigers really wanted to win their first game …
Nearly a year after striking fear in the hearts of straphangers with a violent rampage, the Brooklyn subway shooter will spend the rest of his life behind bars.
From brooklyneagle.com Nearly a year after striking fear in the hearts of straphangers with a violent rampage, the Brooklyn subway shooter will …
ICYMI: Last weekend, tens of thousands of people flocked to Bay Ridge for the neighborhood’ s biggest weekend!
Tens of thousands of people flocked to Third Avenue in Bay Ridge to take part in two family-friendly events that make up the neighborhood’s biggest weekend of the year — the 57th annual children’s Ragamuffin Parade and the 50th Annual Third Avenue Festival.
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NOW IN BROOKLYN: Thousands of people are enjoying 50th edition of Bay Ridge’s Third Avenue Festival on a picture perfect afternoon!
TODAY IN BROOKLYN: Talented youngsters from NYC Tae Kwon Do dazzled the dignitaries on the reviewing grandstand at the 57th Annual Children’s Ragamuffin Parade on Third Avenue in Bay Ridge!
TODAY IN BROOKLYN: Talented youngsters from NYC Tae Kwon Do dazzled the dignitaries on the reviewing grandstand at the 57th Annual Children’s Ragamuffin Parade on Third Avenue in Bay Ridge!
TODAY IN BROOKLYN: The 57th Annual Children’s Ragamuffin Parade stepped off on Third Avenue in Bay Ridge. Congratulations to Grand Marshal Josephine Beckmann and Man of the Year John Quaglione, who led the line of match featuring thousands of costumed schoolchildren and their families. Stay tuned for more highlights!
NOW IN BROOKLYN: Thousands of Brooklynites are strolling along Third Avenue at the Summer Stroll on 3rd!
NOW IN BROOKLYN: Enjoy live music, food and fun at the Smith Street “Open Streets” event all day long, from Union Street to Wyckoff Street, brought to you by Smith Street Bid and Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce!
TODAY IN BROOKLYN: Check out some of the sights and sounds of the #FunonFifth Festival sponsored by the Bay Ridge Fifth Avenue BID, taking place on beautiful Fifth Avenue in Bay Ridge! That’s The Rolling Stones tribute band Sha-Doobie rocking the Main Stage!
NOW IN BROOKLYN: Brooklyn's Memorial Day Parade is off to a roaring start as members of Rolling Thunder lead the way along Third Avenue in Bay Ridge! Happy #MemorialDay everyone!
NOW IN BROOKLYN: The Annual 17th of May Norwegian Day Parade is underway on Third Avenue in beautiful Bay Ridge! Gratulerer med dagen to all those celebrating!
NOW IN BROOKLYN: Ahh, the sweet sound of bagpipes in Bay Ridge! The 2022 Bay Ridge St. Patrick's Day Parade is officially underway on Third Avenue after a 2-year hiatus due to COVID-19. What a grand return!
TONIGHT IN BROOKLYN: A huge crowd of civic and business leaders have packed the room at El Caribe Caterers for Maimonides Medical Center’s Annual Community for Kids Benefit. Stay tuned for more highlights from this annual gala affair happening right here #InBrooklyn!
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