Jun. 30, 2025 By Olivia Seaman A campaign to co-name a Brighton Beach street corner to honor a beloved barber, Jack Skolnick, is gaining momentum in the community. Skolnick, who passed away in 2023, spent more than 60 years serving the Brighton Beach community, not only with haircuts but also with compassion, generosity, and a…
Jun. 12, 2025 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil With just weeks to go until New York City’s June 27 primary — and early voting set for June 14 through June 22 — the race for City Council District 48 is drawing increased attention, as two Republican incumbents face off in one of the city’s most…
May. 20, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen Summer has arrived in New York City — unofficially, at least — and Brooklyn’s beaches will open for swimming on Saturday, May 24. Lifeguards will take their stands at Coney Island beach, Brighton Beach, and Manhattan Beach at 10 a.m. that day, and the beaches will be open…
May. 10, 2025 By Robert Pearl Neither rain nor wind could keep Brighton Beach residents from dancing, singing and standing together in unity during this year’s Family Fun Day, held on May 4 along Coney Island Avenue from Brighton Beach Avenue to the Boardwalk. Organized by the Brighton Beach Business Improvement District in partnership…
Apr. 24, 2025 By Matt Tracy In the early years of Brighton Beach Pride — and as recently as 2021 — Russian Flags and Rainbow Flags were held up together near the lead banner as queer marchers and allies made their way from Coney Island to Brighton Beach along the Riegelmann Boardwalk. Southern Brooklyn, after all,…
Apr. 11, 2025 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil TD Bank opened its doors to the Brighton Beach community last weekend with a festive celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony outside the bank’s new location at 722 Brighton Beach Avenue. The weekend-long grand opening shindig included performances by local dance groups, face painting, raffles and appearances by neighborhood…
Mar. 31, 2025 By Adam Daly Former City Council Member Ari Kagan has announced his candidacy for the Republican nomination in Brooklyn’s 48th District, setting up a primary battle against incumbent Council Member Inna Vernikov ahead of the June 24 election. Kagan, who previously indicated he was eyeing the seat under the assumption that…
Mar. 4, 2025 By Robert Pearl Late last month, the historic Oceana Theater in Brighton Beach hosted the 2025 New York Freedom Gala for Ukraine, a benefit concert marking the third anniversary of Russia’s invasion. The Feb. 21 benefit concert, organized by the Heart & Valor Foundation and Freedom FM, stood as a powerful…
Mar. 3, 2025 By Kirstyn Brendlen Brooklyn took center stage at the 2025 Academy Awards on Sunday night as “Anora,” which was based and filmed in southern Brooklyn, won five Oscars — including Best Picture. The dramedy tells the story of a young Brighton Beach-based sex worker, Ani, who meets and falls in love…
Feb. 14, 2025 By Robert Pearl A night of world-class performances, moving tributes and impactful moments of reflection is set to take place at Brooklyn’s Oceana Theater. The historic Brighton Beach venue will host the 2025 New York Freedom Gala for Ukraine next Friday, Feb. 21. Hosted by the Heart & Valor Foundation and…