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Crown Heights Pandemic Rent Strike Rages On, Despite New Landlord

Crown Heights Pandemic Rent Strike Rages On, Despite New Landlord

Tenants on President Street say mold, leaks and other issues haven't gone away even after the "city's worst landlord" sold the complex.
Bed-Stuy councilmember joins fight to preserve 441 Willoughby Ave.

Bed-Stuy councilmember joins fight to preserve 441 Willoughby Ave.

Councilmember Chi Ossé stepped in to the ongoing fight to landmark the historic 441 Willoughby Avenue on Tuesday, saying it would be the “best decision” to preserve the property.
Person Hit, Killed By Train In Clinton Hill, Police Say

Person Hit, Killed By Train In Clinton Hill, Police Say

The as-yet unidentified person was hit by a G train early Friday and died in the Clinton-Washington Avenues station, police said.
MTA bus driver stabbed, slashed along Brooklyn route: NYPD

MTA bus driver stabbed, slashed along Brooklyn route: NYPD

A man stabbed an MTA bus driver in the stomach and slashed his face after the driver tried to stop him from riding without paying his fare in Brooklyn early Tuesday morning, the NYPD said.
Brooklyn Heights gets new library

Brooklyn Heights gets new library

It's a new look at the corner of Cadman Plaza West and Clinton Street in Brooklyn Heights, which now includes a brand new branch of the Brooklyn Public Library.
Nostrand Ave Ice Cream Shop Named Among The Best In New York City

Nostrand Ave Ice Cream Shop Named Among The Best In New York City

The Caribbean-American scoop shop, found on the Crown Heights border, was among 18 "essential" ice cream spots for this summer.
In Surprise Move, Landmarks Saves Beloved Bed Stuy Mansion From Imminent Demise

In Surprise Move, Landmarks Saves Beloved Bed Stuy Mansion From Imminent Demise

Photo by Anna Bradley-Smith The 122-plus-year-old Jacob Dangler mansion at 441 Willoughby Avenue was calendared by the Landmarks Preservation Commission in a last-minute, surprise move today that could prove a huge victory for local residents and pre
Brooklyn Students Paint Prospect Park Benches With Artwork Against War, Bullying

Brooklyn Students Paint Prospect Park Benches With Artwork Against War, Bullying

Students from Herbert S. Eisenberg IS 303 pose with their city bench, painted to display the affect of war on childhood development.
Brooklyn pup that traveled to New Jersey during 9-day trek to be released from veterinarian

Brooklyn pup that traveled to New Jersey during 9-day trek to be released from veterinarian

The “Adventures of Bailey the Wonder Dog” have finally come to an end after trips in the East River and two traffic-packed tunnels. Veterinarians said Wednesday the persistent pooch is ready to be released from a Brooklyn animal hospital.
City’s LGBTQ bars celebrating pandemic recovery this Pride Month

City’s LGBTQ bars celebrating pandemic recovery this Pride Month

At LGBTQ bars across New York City, the first weekend of Pride Month celebrations seemed to signify the end of a two-year-long anxiety that the community’s gathering spots might not make it through to a post-pandemic recovery.