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Remembering the “Fat Men’s Clubs” That Begot Competitive Eating

Remembering the “Fat Men’s Clubs” That Begot Competitive Eating

On a balmy October afternoon in 1885, two New York baseball teams met for a fall classic. The national media was on hand to cover the highly anticipated matchup. It wasn't the Yankees versus the Mets. No, it was a much larger affair. Literally.
New Upscale Chinese Eatery Heading to Williamsburg

New Upscale Chinese Eatery Heading to Williamsburg

A new, upscale Chinese eatery plans to open in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, Commercial Observer has learned.
Lookout in 2011 Murder of Brooklyn Cafe Owner Joshua Rubin Pleads Guilty

Lookout in 2011 Murder of Brooklyn Cafe Owner Joshua Rubin Pleads Guilty

An accused pot dealer pleaded guilty Thursday to serving as a lookout during the fatal robbery of a Brooklyn cafe owner in 2011. Michael Mazur, 27, admitted in Manhattan Federal Court that he stood outside an apartment building on McDonald Ave.
NYPD Officer’s Mom Dies After Driver Runs Red Light in Brooklyn — ‘We Miss Her’

NYPD Officer’s Mom Dies After Driver Runs Red Light in Brooklyn — ‘We Miss Her’

A Brooklyn woman was riding in a car with her NYPD officer son early Tuesday when a red-light running motorist slammed into their vehicle and fatally injured her, family and law enforcement sources said Thursday.
Perfect Picnics Now Available At Fort Greene's Excellent New "Dinner Party"

Perfect Picnics Now Available At Fort Greene's Excellent New "Dinner Party"

A few months ago, during the darkest days of pandemic winter, Cami Jetta finally decided to take the plunge.
Temperatures Rise, Bullets Fly

Temperatures Rise, Bullets Fly

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for Black males under 35 and the second leading cause of death for Latino male and Black female youth.
33-Year-Old Off-Duty Officer Assaulted, Fires Off Gun in East Flatbush

33-Year-Old Off-Duty Officer Assaulted, Fires Off Gun in East Flatbush

An off-duty officer fired his gun while being assaulted in East Flatbush Wednesday night, police say. Police are still on the scene of the shooting that involved a 33-year-old officer who works in Manhattan but lives in Brooklyn.
All My Children Daycare and Nursery signs 6,500-square-foot office lease in Brooklyn

All My Children Daycare and Nursery signs 6,500-square-foot office lease in Brooklyn

All My Children Daycare and Nursery Inc. has just secured a lease for 6,500 square feet of office space for its new corporate headquarters at 800 Empire Blvd. in Crown Heights, Brooklyn. The asking rent was $35 per square foot.
One Dead, One in Critical Condition After Major East Flatbush Car Crash

One Dead, One in Critical Condition After Major East Flatbush Car Crash

One person is dead and another is in critical condition after a massive multi-car collision in East Flatbush on Monday evening.
City Council to Vote to Fund Five YMCA Locations, Including Two in Brooklyn

City Council to Vote to Fund Five YMCA Locations, Including Two in Brooklyn

The City Council is expected to approve a budget proposal Wednesday that would release $2.