Oct. 7, 2024 By Naisha Roy Locals have donated more than $40,000 to a Bushwick bar that suffered a devastating fire last month. The fire broke out in the backyard of Bunton’s World Famous on Broadway on the night of Sept. 23, and incinerated the garden, awning and air conditioning units. Although everyone was…
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Greenpoint’s Saint Vitus Bar closes permanently, months after abrupt shutdown
Aug. 19, 2024 By Kirstyn Brendlen Saint Vitus Bar, a heavy metal music venue in Greenpoint, has closed permanently — at least in its original physical location. The bar’s three co-owners posted what seemed to be a farewell on Instagram on Saturday, writing “1120 Manhattan Ave. 2011-2024. Saint Vitus Bar to be continued…” along…
New Park Slope Ale House team, of Littleneck fame, go ‘all in’ at historic eatery
May. 21, 2024 By Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil
Worlds have collided at the historic Park Slope Ale House, where owners Dante Alston, Alisa Doga and Andy Zehnal hope to bring a bit of what made their last business special to their new Sixth Avenue eatery.
People’s Ball returns to Brooklyn Public Library with vibrant celebration of style and inclusivity
May. 6, 2024 By Gabriele Holtermann
Move over, Met Gala. The People’s Ball is back.
‘One of the best’: Locals laud new Brooklyn Paramount, a revival over 60 years in the making
Mar. 29, 2024 By Lauren Rapp
The Brooklyn Paramount, a once legendary cultural hub, has opened its doors again to music lovers, preserving a touch of history around every corner. The live music venue is officially welcoming concertgoers again as of Wednesday, March 27, over 60 years since its last curtain call.
After two bodies recovered from Newtown Creek, pols petition for more nightlife safety measures in industrial areas
Aug. 4, 2023 By Jada Camille
Local pols are calling for increased nightlife safety measures in northern Brooklyn’s industrial areas after two bodies were recovered from the Newton Creek just blocks away from an East Williamsburg club.