The annual holiday lights on Bedford Avenue in Williamsburg may not shine as bright this year due to a shortage of donations from local businesses and corporate chain stores alike, […]
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Fashion Sundae Episode 48
We’re feeling sentimental this week about the Fashion Sundae series from Watching New York, aka photographer Johnny Cirillo, who Greenpointers will interview on Thursday as the series’ one year anniversary […]
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Le Crocodile ‘Upstairs’ Brings Private Dining to Wythe Hotel’s Vacant Rooms
In response to the coronavirus pandemic which has lead to strict social distancing requirements for indoor dining, Le Crocodile (80 Wythe Ave.) has refashioned the vacant rooms on the second […]
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Fashion Sundae Episode 47
For Episode 47 of Fashion Sundae, Watching New York is back documenting the casual Bedford Avenue runway. Last week, pedestrians were accessorized to the max with rings, necklaces and handbags pulling layered […]
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Aussie-Infused Hole in the Wall Debuts on Bedford Avenue
Don’t let the name fool you. With its airy interior, glowing shelves, and stately facade, Hole in the Wall (292 Bedford Ave.) is far from a…well, you get it. As […]
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Elevators Debut at Bedford Avenue L Subway Station
The MTA construction site near the busy intersection of Bedford Avenue and N 7th Street in Williamsburg is finally cleared following a year of subway station upgrades. The MTA hosted […]
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Chip NYC Opens Cookie Shop in Williamsburg
Just months after Levain Bakery expanded to Williamsburg another beloved New York City cookie specialist is making their mark on North Brooklyn as well. Chip NYC, known for their ooey, […]
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FSC Guitars Transitions To New Greenpoint Workshop
Defying the grim news of locally-owned businesses closing by the dozen in Greenpoint and Williamsburg during the 2020 pandemic year, a guitar luthier is transitioning his business into a new […]
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Fashion Sundae Episode 46
Its nearing the close of peak fall in New York and the colorful Autumn leaves are inspiring bright outfits in North Brooklyn. For Episode 46 of Fashion Sundae, Watching New York is […]
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New York Sports Club Permanently Closes Greenpoint Gym
New York Sports Club’s 114 Greenpoint Avenue location is now permanently closed as fitness centers struggle to stay in business during the pandemic. “Sorry for the inconvenience this location has […]