Aug. 27, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann New York Foundling and residents of Vital Brookdale in Brownsville celebrated the unveiling of a new mural titled “Colors of My City” by muralist Layqa Nuna Yawar on Aug. 23. The 1,000-square-foot painting on Brookdale Hospital, across from Vital Brookdale, celebrates Brownsville and its residents, featuring portraits of…
Aug. 26, 2024 By Adam Daly Opponents of a proposed homeless shelter in Gravesend vowed to take their protests to Mayor Eric Adams’ residence at Gracie Mansion if their demands to scrap the plans are not met, as they enter their 41st consecutive day of demonstrations at the site on 25th Avenue and 86th…
Aug. 26, 2024 By Jada Camille Green-Wood Cemetery hosted its annual Battle of Brooklyn Commemoration and Family Day over the weekend, inviting visitors of all ages to explore the rich history of the Revolutionary War. Visitors immersed themselves in hands-on activities highlighting the sacrifices and achievements of those who fought for American independence. Devout…
Aug. 26, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Anthony and Diane Napoli first crossed paths in 1975 as volunteers with South Brooklyn volunteer ambulance service BRAVO. Today, the couple — married for 41 years — are at the heart of BRAVO’s 50th anniversary celebrations. Diane joined BRAVO’s youth squad at 15, driven by an accident her…
Aug. 26, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Summer break ended on a speedy note for young racers who participated in the 17th annual Soap Box Derby on 17th Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues in South Slope on Aug. 24. The racing action, presented by Open Source Gallery and KoKo NYC, was the highlight of…
Aug. 26, 2024 By Ben Brachfeld The Coney Island Cyclone remains closed indefinitely after the iconic rollercoaster malfunctioned and riders had to be evacuated. The near-century-old wooden coaster’s train got stuck on the rails mid-ride on Thursday. Staff from Luna Park, which operates the historic coaster, escorted passengers off the steep, rickety tracks and…
Aug. 23, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen The Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition is taking part in a storied artistic tradition: an exhibition of artists rejected from a high-profile art show. “Salon des Refusés 2024,” set to open next month, will feature works by more than 200 artists who were not selected for the upcoming “Brooklyn…
Aug. 23, 2024 By Emily Davenport The North Face is bringing its Climb Festival to New York City for the first time this weekend. The two-day festival will take place at Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 5 on Aug. 23 and 24. The event is free and open to the public, and events will kick…
Aug. 22, 2024 By Adam Daly Brooklyn took center stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago this week, where Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries both expressed confidence that having Kamala Harris at the top of the ballot in November could help Democrats regain the House majority and…
Aug. 22, 2024 By Natalie Dahan Calling all photographers! Whether you’re an expert or just starting out, Green-Wood Cemetery invites you to capture “A Moment in Time” in their latest photography contest. Partnering with renowned professional photo lab Printique, the contest encourages New Yorkers to share their unique perspectives and stories featuring the iconic…