July 28, 2020 By Allie Griffin Greenpoint and Williamsburg residents are not happy about the air quality in the greater district, according to a new study of 311 data. Residents of the combined area logged the most 311 complaints among neighborhoods citywide for air quality issues, according to a study conducted by Amast, an online marketplace…. Read more »
July 26, 2020 By Christian Murray A motorcyclist was fatally struck by a NYPD vehicle in Williamsburg last night. The rider, 37, was struck at the intersection of Metropolitan and Driggs Avenues at around 9:30 p.m. by an NYPD vehicle that was responding to shots fired near Metropolitan and Wythe Avenues. The police vehicle was… Read more »
By Greg David, THE CITY This story was originally published on 07/21/21 by THE CITY New York City is depending on federal aid from Washington to protect Mayor Bill de Blasio’s precariously balanced pandemic-shaped budget from the many risks it contains — including any shortfall in ambitious money-saving targets. Those are among the key findings… Read more »
July 21, 2020 By Christian Murray A popular graffiti-removal program has been axed as the city looks to tighten its belt given the budget crisis. The city’s $3 million Graffiti-Free NYC program has been suspended since March as the de Blasio administration finds ways to cut costs as the city looks to close a $9… Read more »
July 14, 2020 By Michael Dorgan An off-duty NYPD school safety agent has been arrested for allegedly raping and sexually abusing a child over the course of five years. Jeanisidor Jean Baptiste, 43, was arrested within the 90th precinct– that mainly consist of the neighborhood of Williamsburg, Monday and hit with seven charges, including rape,… Read more »
July 9, 2020 By John Bolger The iconic Citi logos have been removed from the top of One Court Square, marking the end of an era in Long Island City. Scaffolding was erected on the roof of the building late last month in order to facilitate the removal. The logo had adorned the top of… Read more »
July 9, 2020 By Allie Griffin Two Catholic schools in Brooklyn will not reopen in the fall due to the financial strain spurred by the coronavirus pandemic. Queen of the Rosary in Williamsburg and St. Gregory the Great in Crown Heights will permanently close on Aug. 31, the Diocese of Brooklyn announced today. Four Catholic… Read more »
June 30, 2020 By Christian Murray Macy’s set off its Fourth of July fireworks off two barges in the East River last night providing Long Island City residents with a close-up view. The fireworks illuminated the sky for a five-minute display, providing spectators on both sides of the East River with great views. “It was… Read more »
June 29, 2020 By Christian Murray The city’s plan to allow bars and restaurants to reopen their indoor space next week is now being called in question. The sudden uptick in COVID-19 cases in other U.S. states has been linked to indoor dining, causing the mayor and governor to rethink the reopening timeline in New… Read more »
June 25, 2020 By Christian Murray The New York City Council passed legislation Thursday that legalizes the operation of most e-bicycles and e-scooters. The legislation is a long time coming but the council had to wait for Albany to pass legislation allowing municipalities to approve their use. That took place earlier this year after much… Read more »