Cannondale With Turquoise Handles Stolen 96 St.

A Cannondale Treadwell 2 bike was taken yesterday on 96th Street and 3rd Avenue.
It has bright turquoise handles and pedals so it’s easy to see it.
If you see it (even if it’s locked up), please call the owner at: 347-971-1600.
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July 7, 2024Green Pacifica Bike Jacked Yesterday at Noon

A light green Pacifica woman’s bike was stolen as the owner went into the post office on 5th Avenue and 88th Street. (In the photo, it is behind the silver bike.)
The owner wrote that it was parked in front of the windows of the Post Office. I don’t think there is anywhere to lock it down there.
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July 6, 2024Chihuahua Found in Dyker Heights – July 2024

A tan chihuahua was found sitting in front of a house in Dyker Heights.
A nice person brought the dog to the Brooklyn Veterinary Group at 7624 New Utrecht Avenue in Brooklyn.
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July 6, 2024Another Rescue at Coney Island Beach

Two people were removed from the water today and taken to the hospital. Hopefully, they are alright.
There are no lifeguards after 6:00 pm at the beach.
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July 5, 2024RIP Aisha and Zinab Mohammad

Aisha and Zinab Mohammad went missing at Coney Island Beach around 8:10 pm. When it started to rain, Brooklynites ran for cover. The two sisters went into the water. (News)

The water was rough and a 24-year-old man went to the water to help the sisters. He didn’t know how to swim and he is still missing. (News)

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Aisha was 18-years-old and Zinab was seventeen. Helicopters and rescue boats searched for them. (Videos)

Around 9:15 pm the young women were located on the shoreline. (Source) They were brought to the hospital, but they had died.
RIP Aisha and Zinab.
Prayers for the families and friends of these two beautiful young women.
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July 5, 2024Bay Ridge Cat Hoarding: 25+ Friendly Cats Need Homes or Temporary Foster Homes

An 85-year-old Bay Ridge resident recently passed away. He has over 25 kittens and cats in his apartment.
The man originally had two cats, which kept multiplying.
His brother contacted a woman who rescues cats to help find homes for these friendly kitties.
If you would like to foster a cat or kitten, contact Maddy at [email protected]
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July 5, 202468th Precinct Collected These Fireworks July 4th

The 68th Precinct shared that they collected these fireworks on July 4th.
Residents living in then 80’s said that it didn’t come from near them because there were a lot of fireworks there this year.
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July 5, 2024Terrible Collision on 74th Street on July 4th
? Massive car crash in Bay Ridge! ? Drunk driver distracted by illegal fireworks show slammed into oncoming car at 74th and Ridge. ?? Local news outlets covering the story. ? Tragic consequences of reckless behavior. ? pic.twitter.com/5EdxAjTzFJ
— Chamalife (@ChamalifeX) July 5, 2024
Last night on 74th Street and Ridge, there was a bad collision. (Videos here)
It’s a two-way street and one car drove into the other.
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July 5, 2024Plenty of Fireworks in Dyker Heights on July 4th
Bay Ridge was quiet on July 4th compared to the years before when it sounded like bombs going off in the neighborhood.
There were plenty of fireworks in Dyker Heights, but less than other years.
I think some people didn’t use theirs because of the rain and they will be setting them off this weekend.
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July 5, 2024Tennis Lessons for Children And Adults


Tennis classes for parent and child on the court right next to you. Monday and Wednesdays 11 am. $45 for the both of you for an hour. 2 instructors. Racquets provided if needed. Call Dawn at (251)895-1369.

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July 3, 2024Fourth of July in Bay Ridge & Around Brooklyn!

1) Red, White and Blue Pancakes at Hom at 8810 3rd Avenue. 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

2) Barbecue at The Leif Bar at 6725 5th Avenue in Bay Ridge at 2:00 PM.

Fireworks from Bay Ridge – Info here

1) Irish Haven Bar on 4th Avenue and 58th Street is having a Hot Dog Bar starting at 1:00 pm.

2) Soccer Tavern on 60th Street and 8th Avenue is having a barbecue starting at 1:00 pm.


1) Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest will take place outside of Nathans at 1310 Surf Avenue (on the corner of Stillwell Avenue) in Coney Island. (More info)

Photo: Nathan’s
10:00 am: They setup and have performances
11:00 am: Women’s Contest
12:30 pm: Men’s Contest
ESPN will show this contest on television from 10:45 am to 1 pm
*People hang out at Coney Island Beach during the day and then there are fireworks on the Boardwalk at 9:45 pm.


3) Prospect Park

Photo: Prospect Park Alliance


1) Roller Skating at Brooklyn Bridge Park at 150 Furman Street – Pier 2. 10:00 am – 10:00 pm. Admission: $8.00 (Skate rental $8.00)


1) Travis Staten Island Independence Parade – Starts at noon at Independence Park in Travis (Corner of Victory Blvd and Glenn Street)

The houses in Travis are decorated for the 4th of July House Decorating Contest so it’s nice to drive around and see them.

Empire Outlets at 55 Richmond Terrace in Staten Island has a block party with nice things for kids. It starts at 3:00 pm and goes all day. (Info here)
3:00 pm-8:00 pm : Face painting, Popcorn, Cotton Candy, & Balloon Animals
Fireworks around 9:00 pm

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July 3, 2024Vegan Moussaka at Blue Door in Bay Ridge

Blue Door Seafood Taverna at 8413 – 3rd Avenue has Vegan Moussaka. While Bay Ridge has many Greek restaurants.
I don’t think I have ever seen vegan moussaka on any menu.
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