The former impending office and manufacturing development known as 12 Franklin St. is now on hold as the developer who purchased the lot three years ago for $24 million has relisted […]
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New Pierogi Shop Pieroƶek to Open on Manhattan Avenue Wednesday
A new pierogi shop that was inspired by another restaurant based in Poland will open Wednesday on Manhattan Avenue in Greenpoint. Pieroƶek (592 Manhattan Ave.) is from married couple Alexandra […]
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Brooklyn Whiskers Closes Manhattan Avenue Location, Hints at New Greenpoint Space
The vegan cafe with cat flair, Brooklyn Whiskers (1008 Manhattan Ave), is now closed following an announcement on social media on Monday. Specializing in dairy and gluten-free baked goods and […]
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Greenpoint This Week: Manhattan Avenue Closings and Planned Openings, Historic District Map, NYC Marathon, and More!
Happy post-Halloween Friday Greenpointers! If you’re still in the holiday spirit, there’s a Día de Los Muertos-themed dance party tonight at Magick City (37 Box St.). Put your green thumb to use […]
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Manhattan Avenue Plant Shop Soft Opening Relocates to Nassau Avenue
On its second anniversary, the plant shop Soft Opening (570 Manhattan Ave.) will move to Nassau Avenue to focus on building an online store. On Friday, Soft Opening’s owner Kristin […]
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North Brooklyn Has City’s Largest Share of Creative Industry Workers
Over the past decade, the population of North Brooklynites working in creative industries — which includes film production, art, music, advertising, fashion, museums, and architecture — has skyrocketed, according to a new […]
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Permits Approved for “New Drug Store” at 750 Manhattan Avenue
Permits were approved this week for alterations for a “new drug store” at the former Natural Garden (750 Manhattan Ave.) building, according to the NYC DOB website. The independent market had […]
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Tom Cats Barber Shop Closes Abruptly as Employees Plan to Open New Shop
After more than 13 years in the neighborhood, Tomcats Barber Shop (135 India St.) is closed. Employees say that they received notice two days prior to the October 13th closure […]
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New Greenpoint Illustrated Map Is Local Artist’s Passion Project
A creation that was years in the making, a new illustrated map of Greenpoint’s Historic District shows many of its businesses and landmarks. Alex Russell started drawing the map of […]
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Domino Sugar Development’s First Commercial Space Hits the Market
The first commercial building is beginning to lease at the Domino Sugar development on the Williamsburg waterfront. The 24-story building was designed by architecture firm COOKFOX and is being marketed […]