Happy Holidays, Greenpoint! Greenpoint’s festive lights, abundance of holiday markets, and glorious array of bakeries has us all set for merry making. While we have some great ideas for last […]
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Another Cycling Fatality in North Brooklyn
In a situation painfully familiar in North Brooklyn, a cyclist lost his life on Tuesday as he was traveling along Metropolitan Avenue. The 30 year-old victim was killed around 12:30pm, […]
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“Serial Squatter” Terrorizes Greenpoint
We’ve all heard our fair share of roommate horror stories, but this one might take the cake. Greenpoint resident Pinar Yolacan was forced to share her apartment for months with […]
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Art, Urban Equity and Brooklyn in Albany — The Hook-up 12/15
Last week, I had the privilege to see a remastered print of Ken Burns’ 1981 film, Brooklyn Bridge, at the Brooklyn Museum. The documentary had me feeling all the feelings […]
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Meet Captain William Glynn, the New Head of the 94th Precinct
Captain William E. Glynn took over as commanding officer of the 94th Precinct on November 22nd, and formally introduced himself to Greenpoint at the Community Council Meeting on December 6th. […]
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On the Struggle Bus: The MTA finally reveals its plans for L-Pocalypse
As we reported earlier this week, the MTA has taken a glacial approach to coming up with an alternative transit plan for commuters who will be affected when L train […]
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William Sheridan Playground Will Have its First Community Meeting Tonight (12/12)
Friends of William Sheridan Playground welcomes all community members to the Auditorium of PS 84 (250 Berry Street) for a community meeting from 6:15-7:30 tonight. Friends of the Playground hope […]
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The City is Still Without a Plan for L-pocalypse and North Brooklyn is Trying to Hold Leaders Accountable
When it comes to the Zombie Apocalypse, you’re officially covered. The Pentagon has been prepared to resist the undead menace since 2011, when the headquarters of United States strategic command […]
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Suspects, Signage and Skyscrapers — The Hook-up (12/8)
Here at Greenpointers, we’re gearing up for our Winter Candyland Holiday Market, and we hope you’ll join us on Sunday for the fun at the Greenpoint Loft (67 West Street). […]
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CB1 Meeting Recap: Throwing Shade, Affordable Housing on Grand Street and Asbestos Near Transmitter Park
Last night, the Swinging 60’s Senior Center (211 Ainslie Street) hosted the final CB1 meeting of 2017, and despite the crummy weather and end of year throwaway vibe, the room was […]