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For the Love of Coffee and Caribbean Culture-- East Flatbush's Lips Cafe Is Open for Biz!

Growing up in East Flatbush, the son-and-mother duo behind Lips Cafe thought the area needs more than just Dunkin' and Starbucks

Sep 6, 2019 3:33 PM Read more >

Help This Fort Greene Church Shine Again

Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church is trying to raise $3.5 million to restore its historic sanctuary. The space is not only a place of worship, but also a vital hub for community events, social justice programs and performances.

Jun 15, 2025 10:00 AM Read more >

BP Adams, Tenants Announce Lawsuit Against Heat Miser Landlord in Brownsville

BP Eric Adams points out on a map problem neighborhoods for residential heating complaints citywide Photo: Erica Sherman/Brooklyn BP's Office Brooklyn Borough President Eric L.

Dec 2, 2016 4:37 PM Read more >

Council Committee Approves 18-Story Atlantic Ave Build Despite Community Board Opposition

The building at 840 Atlantic Avenue was approved by the City Council Land Use Committee and will now be voted on by the full council

Sep 15, 2021 11:08 AM Read more >

Brooklyn Shines at Bushwick Film Festival Awards Ceremony

Awards were presented to filmmakers in the documentary, narrative and web series categories.

Oct 17, 2018 5:35 PM Read more >

'Cuomo, We're at War!' Brooklyn Tenants Demand Rent Control

Fair housing activists joined residents in Brooklyn and across the country to march against the loss of affordable units.

Jan 24, 2019 2:10 PM Read more >

Neighborhood Profile: Prospect Heights

Prospect Heights is a thriving neighborhood, attracting wealthy renters and owners in the last two decades.

May 22, 2024 7:50 AM Read more >

In Gentrifying Brooklyn, is 'Boutique' Always Best?

Gentrification assumes the opening of new businesses also means "improved." But don't be so quick to abandon your longtime mainstays...

Jun 21, 2017 2:58 PM Read more >

'Don't Be a Karen:' Celebrated Crown Heights Marching Band Fields Rash of New Complaints

"You don't call 911 for children playing drums." Complaints about a marching band practice in Crown Heights is raising calls of gentrification in the neighborhood.

Jul 16, 2021 5:39 PM Read more >

BRIC House Announces its Spring Lineup: Poetry Slams, Stoop Series, Artist Performances and More!

It's only January, but already spring fever has set in, as BRIC House announces it hot new lineup of free and low-cost events, programs, classes and performances for spring.

Jan 14, 2015 11:24 AM Read more >