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Councilman Justin Brannan introduced a bill to get a tax exemption for three properties in Queens. The resolution passed immediately in NYC Council. (See here) The developer receiving the property tax exemption for the next 40 years should not have been able to receive this. I’ll go into this more tomorrow. So much for elected […]
Monday, May 9th, 2022Late to Express Outrage….The Bay Ridge Dems
The Bay Ridge Dems took a lot longer than other Democrats to speak out against the leaked Roe vs. Wade memo. They are holding a rally this evening outside of Congress represenative, Nicole Malliotakis’ office at 5:30 pm. There isn’t a chance that Nicole or her employees would be there, so this is just for […]
Monday, May 9th, 2022Donate Unused Covid Test Kits in Bay Ridge
If you have unused Covid test kits that you won’t use by the expiration date, please donate them to the Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church at 6753 4th Avenue. 718-836-0681 .
Monday, May 9th, 2022Police Vehicle On Fire After Crash – 8th Avenue
The NYPD were responding to call at 8th Avenue and 65th Street last night around 10:40 pm. (See story here) A speeding SUV BMW hit the NYPD’s car and the NYPD’s car went into the pole and burst into flames. The 39-year-old female driver, Jianzhen Yang left the scene and then returned and was arrested. […]
Monday, May 9th, 2022Blood Drive in Bay Ridge – Monday 5/9
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Monday, May 9th, 2022Bay Ridge BID Photo Contest – 5th Avenue
For National Photography Month, the Bay Ridge BID (5th Avenue) is an annual photo contest that captures shoppers, small businesses, culture, and uniqueness of 5th Avenue. The public to vote on the top 3 photos. Winners will be credited and have winning photos featured on the BIDs homepage for an entire year. The winning photographer will […]
Sunday, May 8th, 2022Empty Bowls Sale Raised $2200 for Bklyn Pantry
The artists who participated in the Empty Bowls Sale raised $2,220 from the sale. This money will go to the Fourth Avenue Presbyterian Church Pantry. Pastor David said that the pantry went from giving out 80 bags a month to 800 bags a month. Fantastic work by the artists involved in the Empty Bowls sale! […]
Sunday, May 8th, 2022Fire in Sunset Park – 4th Avenue & 59th Street
Right before 3:00 pm, there was a fire in the top floor of 408 59th Street. (See video) The firefighters got the fire under control and no people were injured. .
Sunday, May 8th, 2022Roger Clemens Visited Brooklyn Roots
Thomas Perrone, owner of Brooklyn Roots Italian Restaurant in Bay Ridge is having a good time! Word spreads fast when there is great Italian food! Roger Clemens, former NY Yankee (and Boston Red Socks) player went to Brooklyn Roots for dinner. Perrone shared the photo above on social media. Brooklyn Roots is at 8620 3rd […]
Sunday, May 8th, 202254th Street Sunset Park Fire Victims Need Help
The Sunset Park Senior Citizens United are collecting donations for 40 families were displaced from the 54th Street fire. (See here) They are accepting donations at United Senior Citizens of Sunset Park at 475 53rd Street, which is above Rite Aid on 5th Avenue (and the corner of 53rd Street) Monday, May 8th to Thursday, […]
Sunday, May 8th, 2022Serious Fire on New Utrecht Avenue Last Night
Picture from Video here Last night there was a serious three alarm fire at 6808 New Utrecht Avenue that. The fire spread to the adjacent buildings. No people were hurt – thank God. Many people posted videos on Citizen here. This is where the Mexican restaurant El Divino Rey is located. It looks like a […]
Sunday, May 8th, 2022The Prince Hotel in Bay Ridge Is For Sale
2023 UPDATE – THE PRINCE HOTEL HAS BEEN SOLD. (SEE HERE) I’m surprised the local papers didn’t report about this! Update: I saw found this article later. (See here) The Prince Hotel at 315 – 93rd Street (off 3rd Avenue) has been for sale since last month. The 40-room+ hotel and lounge has an asking […]
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