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1435 Avenue H
Photo by Mary BakijaA two-alarm fire ripped through an Avenue H home undergoing construction a little after 5am this morning, which devastated the structure but fortunately did not injure anyone, according to the FDNY. According to News 12 [http://brooklyn.news12.com/news/fire-engulfs-vacant-home-on-avenue-h-near-q-subway-stop-in-midwood-1.10081075] , the blaze began on the
464 Ocean Parkway
Image courtesy Dr. Marina KlotsmanIf you’re having trouble navigating the ins and outs of healthcare, you can get free help at Dynasty Pediatrics [https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dynasty-Pediatrics/171286609703343](464 Ocean Parkway, between Cortelyou Road and Ditmas Avenue) this Friday, March 20 from 11am-4pm. Dr. Marina Klotsman, of
1027 Flatbush Avenue
We were super psyched to see this old photo of the Kings Theatre [http://www.kingstheatre.com/] (1027 Flatbush Avenue), which just reopened [/blog/events/stunning-kings-theatre-returns-thousands-attend-historic-venues-sold-diana-ross-show] after being shuttered for nearly 40 years, at the Museum of the Moving Image [http://www.movingimage.us/] in Astoria, Queens! Share photos with
50 best bars in Brooklyn
Way to go, Sycamore [http://www.sycamorebrooklyn.com/]! Our neighborhood bar at 1118 Cortelyou Road just got some major love from The L Magazine, which recently published its “50 Best Bars in Brooklyn” [http://www.thelmagazine.com/2015/03/50-best-bars-brooklyn/] – and they ranked Sycamore as number 21. Labeling it as
Friends Field
66th Precinct officers at a previous Community Council meeting. Photo by Jole CarlinerTomorrow, March 19, you’ll be able to meet the 66th Precinct’s new commanding officer [/crime/deputy-inspector-deddo-to-leave-66th-precinct-will-be-replaced-by-captain-quick] , Captain Kenneth Quick, and say goodbye to Deputy Inspector Michael Deddo, who’s being transferred to the NYPD’s Internal
BID
When you’re walking down Cortelyou Road, is there ever a moment when you wish there was something different? Maybe you’d like to see more frequent garbage pickups? Or you’d like some new stores? How about different activities? Whatever you’d like, now’s the time to make
106 Beverley Road
When it’s time to imbibe, our neighborhood has plenty of great watering holes to go to – and now a whole lot more people are clued into some of our favorite spots to raise our glass. The L Magazine recently published its “50 Best Bars in Brooklyn” [http://www.thelmagazine.
Dr. Marina Klotsman
Image courtesy Dr. Marina KlotsmanIf you’re having trouble navigating the ins and outs of healthcare, you can get free help at Dynasty Pediatrics [https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dynasty-Pediatrics/171286609703343](464 Ocean Parkway, between Cortelyou Road and Ditmas Avenue) this Friday, March 20 from 11am-4pm. Dr. Marina Klotsman, of
FBI Assistant Director-in-Charge of the New York Field Office Diego Rodriguez
An NYPD auxiliary officer assigned to the 70th Precinct [http://www.nyc.gov/html/nypd/html/precincts/precinct_070.shtml] was arrested Tuesday morning and charged with hacking into police and FBI databases to steal the personal information of traffic accident victims so he could bill those individuals for fraudulent
Auria Abraham
Auria Abraham at the Flatbush Frolic [/blog/photos/scenes-from-the-2014-flatbush-frolic].Alright, neighbors, it’s time to whip out those aprons and cooking utensils – tomorrow evening, March 19, neighbor and chef extraordinaire Auria Abraham is set to be on the TV show “Frankie Cooks” [http://frankiecooks.com/] and will share a steamed
photo wrap
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, everyone! Edheegan [https://instagram.com/p/0Qim75j-eB/?taken-by=edheegan] snapped this great shot at the Brooklyn St. Patrick’s Day parade on Sunday. How did you all celebrate St. Paddy’s Day? Have a favorite photo you’ve taken in the neighborhood lately? Let us
Newkirk Station Liquors
The Newkirk Station Liquors & Wines [http://www.yelp.com/biz/newkirk-station-liquors-and-wines-brooklyn] showed off its green pride today, as photographed by ericaschac [https://instagram.com/p/0Vio2KhfF8/?taken-by=ericaschac]. What did you all do to celebrate St. Paddy’s Day? Share photos with us at editor@ditmasparkcorner.com, in the