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A New Brooklyn Basketball Hub Opens Its Doors

A New Brooklyn Basketball Hub Opens Its Doors

MADE Hoops and HMBL Development debuts a $3 million training facility near the Brooklyn Navy Yard, bringing elite coaching, analytics and youth programs under one roof.
Brooklyn Entrepreneurs to Compete in $400K Pitch Fest

Brooklyn Entrepreneurs to Compete in $400K Pitch Fest

Ten Brooklyn entrepreneurs pitch their businesses as part of Ignite Brooklyn, a $400,000 grant program supporting small business growth.
A Brooklyn Natural Health Care Retailer Fights to Stay Open

A Brooklyn Natural Health Care Retailer Fights to Stay Open

Nicholas Brooklyn, a go-to for natural health care products in central Brooklyn, is asking for the community's help to keep its doors open after helping New Yorkers for over 50 years.
NYC Expands Small Business Loan Program

NYC Expands Small Business Loan Program

The $80 million Future Fund now has lower loan minimums, reduced rates and flexible repayment options to support small businesses across all five boroughs.
A Giant Flying Saucer Lands on a Brooklyn Carvel

A Giant Flying Saucer Lands on a Brooklyn Carvel

Carvel kicked off ice cream season with a jumbo Flying Saucer landing on the roof of a Coney Island store.
$5.5M Loan Program Launches to Support NYC Small Businesses

$5.5M Loan Program Launches to Support NYC Small Businesses

The NYC Elevating Business Loan Program will help New York City small businesses access affordable capital and support long-term growth.
718 Pilates, Bed-Stuy's Hidden Gem, Celebrates First Anniversary

718 Pilates, Bed-Stuy's Hidden Gem, Celebrates First Anniversary

When an opportunity arose to open their own studio, the founders moved quickly.
Here’s What New Yorkers Complained About Most in 2025

Here’s What New Yorkers Complained About Most in 2025

High retail prices, online scams and auto issues topped New Yorkers’ complaints in 2025, according to the Office of New York Attorney General Letitia James.
Brooklyn College Adds Streamlined Master’s in Finance

Brooklyn College Adds Streamlined Master’s in Finance

The new, 30-credit program will launch in the fall of 2026 and will allow graduates to step into high‑impact roles such as financial analyst, portfolio manager, investment consultant, risk manager, and fintech specialist.
Brooklyn Navy Yard Launches MWBE Retail Incubator

Brooklyn Navy Yard Launches MWBE Retail Incubator

Gluten-free and sugar-free specialty bakery Monshe marks the first business to operate at the Brooklyn Navy Yard’s rotating storefront space showcasing emerging local entrepreneurs.