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Related in talks to take over Pacific Park megaproject
The Related Companies wants to do for the Pacific Park project what it did for Hudson Yards. The firm, chaired by Stephen Ross and run by Jeff Blau, is in talks to take over the behind-schedule and over-budget Brooklyn project, The Real Deal has learned. Pacific Park’s developer, Greenland USA,...
Hurricane Beryl's destruction hits home in Brooklyn's Little Caribbean
NEW YORK -- Historic Hurricane Beryl was barreling through the Caribbean on Tuesday after devastating parts of Grenada on Monday.CBS New York went to Little Caribbean in Brooklyn, where family ties to the island chain are strong.Trees were swept away by 9-foot surges and winds of 150 mph ripped off roofs, as the Category 4 storm thrashed Grenada and made a direct hit on the tiny island of Carriacou."There's no place to hide," said McDonald Romaine, who is the owner of Little Caribbean mainstay Labay Market. "Very emotional, not too good, but I'm trying to hold up."Beryl stole two...
Water in Queens Gas Station Fuel Tanks Causes Major Car Damage
Drivers in Queens, NY, are reeling after filling up at a popular gas station only to discover their cars severely damaged by water-contaminated fuel. The gas station, located off Grand Central Parkway, has been identified as the source of the issue, potentially due to water infiltrating the underground storage tanks during a June 26 storm.
A&E grants Sunnyside fire victims housing extension at 11th hour
A&E Real Estate has reached an agreement on living arrangements with Sunnyside tenants pushed out by a fire late last year, with help from a Queens elected official. Residents of 43-09 47th Avenue were displaced by a devastating fire sparked in late December by a contractor working with a blowtorch. Some tenants at the time took A&E’s offer of housing for six months, which expired today.
Orion Bar brings Korean drinking culture to Bushwick
Chef Irene Yoo has been publicly hyping her love of Korean drinking culture since at least 2013, when she and her husband and partner Nick Dodge launched a series of popup dinner (and drinking) parties called Yoo Eating. When she moved it all online during the early pandemic (think: YooTube cooking videos), Yoo’s infectious enthusiasm for Korean comfort food — and the booze that goes with it — brought her even more attention. So she and Dodge decided it was time to give this thing a permanent home where we could all gather together and eat and drink and get happy on a regular basis.
$10M Sands Point Home Promises 'Privacy, Elegance, Serenity'
The home at 18 Hicks Lane in Sands Point is a “secluded Oasis” waiting for its next owners. On the market for $9.9 million, the seven-bedroom, eight-bathroom home sits on a 5.7-acre lot at the end of a long driveway. Inside, it boasts 8,100 square feet of roomy,...
Slain Det. Rafael Ramos inspires next generation of NYPD recruits in Queens
This December marks 10 years since Det. Rafael Ramos was shot and killed in the line of duty.All these years later, his legacy continues to inspire new recruits to join the ranks of the NYPD.One aspiring officer said Ramos made an impact on his life at a very young age.Officer Mohamad Ghafari, 25, received his NYPD shield from the widow of his hero on Tuesday.Ghafari says as a young boy he spent every afternoon with Ramos, who was his school safety officer at the time."We would just hang out and talk for hours waiting for my mom to pick me...
Chickens found during fire in Bronx basement
HIGHBRIDGE, the Bronx (PIX11) — Firefighters responding to a fire in a Bronx building Tuesday morning found caged chickens in the basement, according to officials and video taken at the scene. Some appear to be roosters. Firefighters were called to the five-story apartment building at 136 West 170th St. between Nelson and Plimpton avenues at […]
#DISCPlus: Jo Koy – Live from Brooklyn – A Comedy Special That Hits Home
Jo Koy brings the comedic heat in his Netflix special filmed live in Brooklyn. A must-watch for relatable laughs that hit home. In his latest stand-up special, “Jo Koy: Live from Brooklyn,” comedian Jo Koy delivers a hilarious and unfiltered performance that tackles a range of contemporary topics. Filmed at the historic King’s Theatre in Brooklyn, NY, this special showcases Koy’s unique comedic style and sharp observational humor.
The Yankees May Have Found Their First Baseman
After Anthony Rizzo went to the IL on June 16, first base looked even more bleak for the Yankees. Enter catcher-turned-first baseman Ben Rice. Making his Major League debut on June 18, the 25-year-old has provided much-needed stability in the Yanks’ shaky infield. Despite Rizzo’s struggles this season, another injury wasn’t what New York needed, and their list of infield options grew scarily thin.
Urban Outfitters shutters last Brooklyn storefront on Atlantic Avenue
Sign up for our Brooklyn Paper email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. After closing its Williamsburg outpost in April, Urban Outfitters shut its last remaining Brooklyn store last month. The closure came with little fanfare, and the location is still listed on the retailer’s website.
Bronx PACT Modernization Project Secures $275M in Financing
The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) has secured $275 million in financing for Sack Wern Houses, a PACT project in the Bronx. This funding will facilitate comprehensive renovations for 800 residents across seven buildings, converting them to Project-Based Section 8. The PACT partners, Douglaston Development, Asland Capital Partners, and...
Westbury Fire Department Recognizes Four Members For 50 Years Of Service
In late May, the Westbury Fire Department honored four of its members for 50 years of service to the community. Ex-captain Michael Rice, Ex-Chief Robert Borra, Ex-Chief Robert Price and firefighter Ian Rodgers were honored by current Chief LaShaun L. Carr and the Westbury Fire Department at the Memorial Day Inspection/Parade.
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