News
It will rain, everyone’s promising, so here are some Brooklyn related headlines (in addition to our reporting [http://bklyner.com]) to catch up on what’s going on: * City’s Environmental Review Process Faulted for Ignoring Evidence of Development’s Harm [https://citylimits.org/2018/09/17/citys-environmental-review-process-faulted-for-ignoring-evidence-of-developments-harm/?utm_
Boerum Hill
BOERUM HILL – A 26-year-old man was shot and killed in front of his home at the Gowanus Houses Monday afternoon. 187 Hoyt Street via Google MapsJust before 5pm on September 17, police say they responded to a call at 187 Hoyt Street (at Warren Street). When officers arrived, they found
Central Brooklyn
Adem Bunkeddeko.“Sounds like a suicide mission.” This was a common refrain I heard from most of Brooklyn’s political establishment when I ran as an insurgent for Congress earlier this year against Rep. Yvette Clarke. Yet in the June Democratic primary, I captured nearly 48% of the vote. The
News
After waiting for a Q train that never came, this reporter gave up after 30 minutes at Cortelyou Road this morning.Today, yet again, was not a fun morning if you had to go anywhere one would normally go – you know, work, or school, or a doctor’s appointment you
Central Brooklyn
GOWANUS – There are two opportunities this week—weather permitting—to view the stars through a telescope with local astronomers. The first event, Starry Night: A Night of Stargazing and Drinks, is scheduled for Tuesday, September 18 at Parklike [http://parklifebk.com/event/starry-night-a-night-of-stargazing-and-drinks/], 636 Degraw Street (between 3rd & 4th
Announcements
DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN/BOERUM HILL – Last month, Mayor de Blasio revealed details and renderings for the four borough-based detention centers [/atlantic-detention-details/] that will replace Rikers Island, including updates to the current Downtown Brooklyn/Boerum Hill location. Brooklyn Detention Center, 275 Atlantic Avenue (Photo: Pamela Wong/BKLYNER) Changes to the existing Brooklyn
mill basin
via FDNYMILL BASIN – Earlier this morning nearly 100 units responded to what quickly became a seven-alarm fire at the Kings Plaza Mall parking garage in Mill Basin. Kings Plaza Mall is closed. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY. WILL UPDATE AFTER THE PRESS CONFERENCE AT 3:00PM. FDNY arrived on the
Cypress Hills
CYPRESS HILLS – A 28-year-old man was shot in the back and killed just before 4:30am on Saturday. Police responded to a call on September 15 on Grant Avenue between Ridgewood Avenue and Fulton Street. When they arrived, they found the victim with a gunshot wound to his back. The
Bay Ridge
BAY RIDGE – Among the assembly races throughout Brooklyn, one has flown under the radar. The 64th district encompasses Staten Island and a portion of Northern Bay Ridge. Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R) has held the seat since 2010. This year the lawmaker will have a Democratic contender during the November 6
Central Brooklyn
MARINE PARK — Police are reporting a 6-alarm fire on Monday at the Kings Plaza Mall parking lot. The fire started on the second floor of the parking lot where six cars are on fire, according to police. FDNY, the 63rd Pct. and other NYPD officials are on the scene. No
Business
SUNSET PARK – The Brooklyn Army Terminal [https://www.bklynarmyterminal.com] (BAT) celebrated its 100th anniversary on Saturday with a day-long block party, inviting locals to enjoy its sprawling campus and waterfront views. Brooklyn Army Terminal Celebrates 100 Years with BAT Block Party (Photo: Nathan Haselby)Brooklyn Army Terminal Celebrates 100
mill basin
UPDATE – The New York City Police Department has charged Avon Stephens, 23, of Farragut Road [https://maps.google.com/?q=5709+Farragut+Road+%0D%0A+Brooklyn,+NY&entry=gmail&source=g] with arson in yesterday’s fire at the Kings Plaza Mall that injured 29 people. [/kings-plaza-shopping-mall-fire-injures-29/] --------------------------------------------------------------------------------