This Week In Park Slope: Blind Optician, Toxic Gifts, Dig Demands, And More

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Here’s a look back at some stories you might have missed this week:

• Affordable grocery options could be scarce with a potential residential project on 5th Avenue Key Food Site.

• Corner Media Group is hiring!

• Donate to the toy drive at Council Member Levin’s office.

• al di la and Behind Bars in Brooklyn join other local businesses who Maintain DOT bike corrals.

• Local youth leadership programs receive thousands in grants from Brooklyn Community Foundation.

• ‘Before You Build, You Must Dig’ is public outcry as CB6 Committee votes on Gowanus Pre-K plan.

• Park Slope optical store owner indicted for stealing $3.4 Million in loans.

• Flashback Friday: Who’s Afraid Of Virginia Woolf? 9th Street was.

• An ode to our toxic and beloved canal: Gowanus Souvenir Shop blends local whimsy, history, and artistry.

• Shop local for the holidays with our gift guide!