19-Year-Old Woman Robbed on 8th Avenue and 58th Street in Sunset Park
Last Friday, February 13th at 12:40 pm, a 19-year-old woman was followed into a building by the man.
He made verbal threats and pushed a gun into her stomach. Then he took her cell phone, purse and other items. He fled on a scooter.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477)
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February 19, 2026Three Hate Crimes Finally Recorded by 68th Pct.
The three hate crimes that happened in Bay Ridge on January 30th have finally been posted in the NYPD Compstats. It took a few weeks, but they are finally there.
1/30/26 – 2:25 pm Outside of 8902 – 5th Avenue, a woman was kicked and pushed. Police said Islamophobic remarks were made.
1/30/26 – 2:33 pm A woman was pushed while boarding the bus on 92nd Street.
1/30/26 – 2:36 pm A 12-year-old girl was hit in the face outside her school near Fort Hamilton Parkway and 92nd Street.
Crime was up in our area this past week due to a lot of car thefts. There is a huge increase from last year.
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February 19, 202693rd Street Residents Told CB 10 About the Problems Happening at The Bay Ridge Hotel
Tonight, at the Community Board 10 meeting, parents spoke about the problem they had with The Bay Ridge Hotel and the unruly transient guests. These parents tried dealing with the two managers of the hotel, but they were unhelpful.
The hotel guests are leaving drug paraphernalia on 93rd Street and fighting outside the hotel repeatedly. This is supposed to be a hotel with guests that stay for a short time, but the guests are staying a long time and being unruly, arguing and throwing bottles at each other. Other residents have called the police in the middle of the night about these guests.
Josephine, the manager of CB 10 referred to this as transient hotel use.
The Bay Ridge parents reported the issue to 311 and 911. This couple said the 68th Precinct was excellent at responding to their calls, but the problem continued days later over and over (they have been dealing with this since late 2024, but it has been terrible since last Summer).
The parents said at tonight’s CB 10 meeting that they asked Justin Brannan for help when he was Councilman, but he didn’t take care of the problem. They also contacted the current NYC Council representative, Kayla Santosuosso. Santosuosso has not respond to these Ridgites (while she has only been in office for a short time, we shouldn’t see her ignoring resident’s issues).
The Prince Hotel is gone, but 93rd Street residents can’t get peace.
We were all rooting for the new owner. We are disappointed that he hasn’t had these unruly people removed to keep the peace with his neighbors. Many families live on that block (or walk on that block to get to go to the Pre-K at 369 – 93rd Street).
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February 19, 2026Bay Ridge Showed Up for Schnitzel Haus!
Community Board 10 met tonight. Most of the people in the room were there to show support for Fred and Amber, the owners of Schnitzel Haus opening at their new location at 114 Bay Ridge Avenue (Casa Pepe’s location).
In addition, there were Ridgites on Zoom and over 60 people sent emails to support the the Schnizel Haus. Nicely done, Bay Ridge!
CB 10 gave a sneak peek of the new place:
A few neighbors behind Schnitzel Haus objected to the liquor license because they are parents and don’t want the noise. They purchased the home after Casa Pepe was closed so they are concerned because their kids need to be able to sleep. Fred and Amber had sound-proofing installed in the building, so hopefully that will help.
One person objecting to the liquor license pointed out that there was an illegal extension on that property. The property owner is removing the extension this week (Fred and Amber don’t own this property). As a side note: Lee and I loved that extension because it was always sunny at Casa Pepe in the afternoon.
Community Board 10’s committee voted positively for Schnitzel Haus’ liquor license. On Monday, the vote will go before the whole board.
May God bless Fred and Amber at their new location!
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February 19, 2026165 Apartments For This 86th Street Lot?
Senator Steve Chan shared that 2601- 86 Street is zoned R-5B and there is a lot of chatter about this lot mainly because people love this Petco store.
A developer wants it to be rezoned to R7A because he wants to build a 12 story 165 unit apartment building with community space.
This area already has enough enough traffic and congestion.
This building has not gone to vote with the community board yet. Senator Chan wrote that he would keep the community posted.
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February 19, 2026Popup BINGO at The Pour House Today 2/19
BINGO Lovers: The Pour House at 7901 – 3rd Avenue is having BINGO tonight with Kelly from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Go win!
Then the Pour House has this going on starting at 8:00 pm:
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February 19, 2026Remembing Loved Ones With Palm Crosses
St. Anselm Church on 82nd Street and 4th Avenue has palm crosses that people can purchase in memory of their loved ones. Call the rectory: 718-238-2900
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February 19, 2026Alternate Side Parking is Back in Effect
Alternate side is back in effect! News:
Many cars are going to be ticketed this morning because they haven’t moved since it snowed on January 26th.
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February 19, 2026Al-Aqsa Restaurant in Bay Ridge Reviewed
Influencer, “Eating with Robert” shared this great video of the owner, Kasem Mahmoud at Al-Aqsa Restaurant at 6917 – 5th Avenue.
Robert shared that Kasem learned how to make falafel, hummus and bread in Jerusalem and now he makes it fresh every day in Bay Ridge.
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February 18, 2026Ramadan Events in Bay Ridge or Nearby in Brooklyn – Iftars 2026
Elif’s Custom Goodies in Bay Ridge sells the wreath above. (See online shop)
Ramadan takes place from February 17th to March 19th this year.
Earlier this week, there was a Ramadan event on 5th Avenue and 68th Street to help families get setup. They shared this good video:
I thought there would be a lot more free iftars around NYC now that Zohran Mamdami is mayor.
But it appears there are far less iftars. Many groups which had them prior years have not announced anything this year. Senator Andrew Gounardes has not announced an iftar this year either.
Friday, February 20, 2026
1) Muslim American Society at 1933 Bath Avenue. 718-225-5692
Saturday, February 21, 2026
1) Muslim American Society at 1933 Bath Avenue. 718-225-5692
2) MAS at 5306 – 3rd Avenue in Sunset Park at 9:00 pm has time for the Sisters. They have a babysitting room for $5.00 a child which is very nice!
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
1) Sisters Potluck Iftar at Muslim American Society at 1933 Bath Avenue at 4:30 pm (You bring the food – they have the desserts)
Friday, February 27, 2026
MAS Iftar for Justice
2) APNA Community Services has Iftar Meals every Friday at 4:00 PM at both APNA Center at 2033–2035 Bath Avenue and Masjid As Salam at 2118 Bath Avenue.
Saturday, February 28, 2026
1) Iftar at Muslim American Society at 1933 Bath Avenue
2) Iftar from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM in Prospect Heights
Monday, March 2, 2026
Senbag Upazila Welfare Society USA Inc. Iftar and Dua Mahfil at 4:30 pm.
Thursday, March 5, 2026
1) Iftar at MAS
2) The Arab American Law Enforcement Fraternal Association (AALFA) warmly invites its members and the community to join us for our Annual Ramadan Iftar Dinner on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM doors open 4:30. at Bay Ridge Manor in Brooklyn. A guest registration form will be shared shortly so attendees can add themselves to the guest list.
Friday, March 6, 2026
APNA Community Services has Iftar Meals every Friday at 4:00 PM at both APNA Center at 2033–2035 Bath Avenue and Masjid As Salam at 2118 Bath Avenue.
2) Ramadan Community Night from 7:00 – 11:00 pm.
Saturday, March 7, 2026
Free Iftar at Snug Harbor Cultural Center in Staten Island. 4:30 – 7:30 pm. This is a nice place to enjoy on the weekend. Register here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/5th-annual-iftar-in-the-park-tickets-1982855656646?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Monday, March 9, 2026
MDCNY – political group – expensive iftar
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Friday, March 13, 2026
1) PS 30 – IS 30 is having an Iftar on March 13th from 6:00 – 9:00 pm in the school year. Register with your student here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/psis30-ramadan-iftar-tickets-1983119603117?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2) APNA Community Services has Iftar Meals every Friday at 4:00 PM at both APNA Center at 2033–2035 Bath Avenue and Masjid As Salam at 2118 Bath Avenue.
Stores in Bay Ridge with Items for Ramadan:
1) Three Guys from Brooklyn at 6502 – Fort Hamilton Parkway
2) Choc-Oh-Lot-Plus at 7911 – 5th Avenue has chocolates and chocolate molds for Ramadan
3) The Bookmark Shoppe at 8415 3rd Avenue has children’s books on Ramadan and Eid.
4) Laila Restaurant on 3rd Avenue and 86th Street is having a special three course Ramadan dinner.
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February 18, 2026Edward, Acupuncturist at Greenspa in Bay Ridge
An acupuncturist can help with migraines, arthritis, anxiousness & just about every aspect of overall wellness. Greenspa is 0on 3rd Avenue and 88th Street.
Something interesting about massages at Greenspa – some insurances cover them! Call them and ask 718- 921-6100.
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February 18, 2026Neugard Pharmacy – Phone Not Working
Neugard Pharmacy at 7311 3rd Avenue was being renovated. They are open and people are picking up prescriptions.
Their phone is not working – go in person.
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