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New Hermès storefront in Williamsburg sparks debate over ‘fake’ historic design

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Nov. 21, 2024 By Cate Corcoran The under-construction Brooklyn flagship of the iconic French luxury brand Hermès has been making waves on social media since its unveiling from scaffolding in recent weeks. Standing prominently on a high-traffic corner in Williamsburg, the storefront at 111 North 6th Street gives the impression of a cluster of…

City employee arraigned in alleged $624K pension fraud case

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Nov. 20, 2024 By Adam Daly A Canarsie man accused of stealing $624,000 from the pensions of two retired New York City employees was arraigned Tuesday on a nine-count indictment, the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office announced. Gregory Mathieu, 40, appeared before Brooklyn Supreme Court Justice Danny Chun on Nov. 19, facing charges that include…

‘Not merely a crossing’: The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, a marvel of engineering, turns 60

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Nov. 20, 2024 By Jada Camille As the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge approaches its 60th anniversary on Nov. 21, the monumental feat of engineering remains an integral piece of New York City’s infrastructure. Once the longest suspension bridge in the world, and now the 13th-longest globally, the bridge handles over 200,000 vehicles every day and plays…

Greek streetwear designer brings a taste of Greece to Brooklyn, Astoria up next

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Nov. 20, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann Bay Ridge embraced Greek street fashion on Nov. 15, as Greek-American streetwear designer Despina Kotsis brought her urban wear collection to Third Avenue. The 24-year-old hosted a pop-up event titled “I’m Happier in Greece” outside Omonia Cafe, drawing Greeks and non-Greeks alike for an afternoon and evening of…

Guild for Exceptional Children honors Bay Ridge leaders at annual ‘Exceptional Honorees’ gala

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Nov. 19, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil It was a cause for celebration on Sunday as the Guild for Exceptional Children hosted its 2024 Exceptional Honorees gala on Sunday, Nov. 17 at Gargiulo’s Restaurant in Coney Island. The event recognized the remarkable contributions of local leaders who have made significant impacts on their communities,…

Two men sought for Brooklyn stabbing that left man wounded

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Nov. 19, 2024 By Adam Daly Two suspects wanted in connection with the stabbing of a 26-year-old man in Bay Ridge on Saturday remain at large, according to the Police Department. According to law enforcement, the stabbing occurred outside outside of 244 73rd Street near Third Avenue at around 2 p.m. on Nov. 16.…