Category Archives: Brooklyn

Despite Tough Times, Cafe Keeps on Jammin’

Posted on February 23, 2009 by alison drew

The tropical lime and yellow trimmed windows of Bristen’s Eatery stand out amongst the traffic, coming off of Eastern Parkway in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. Once inside, reggae artists such as Bob Marley fill the tiny cafe with a relaxed, inviting … Continue reading →

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Bushwick: The Possible Rebirth

Posted on February 18, 2009 by danithaj

(This is graffiti/art work I found outside of Bushwick High School.) As I walked the streets of Bushwick I could hear my grandmother’s voice saying, “How do you never seem to know where you are?” She has said this to … Continue reading →

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Sneaker Store Runs Away

Posted on February 17, 2009 by mowens

When waiting for large pepperoni pizza in the local pizzeria, I took notice of the neighborhood UPS delivery man as he walked into the shop. “Hey!” he said to the cashier, “Another store bites the dust! Let me get 2 … Continue reading →

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Keep the Bus Running, Seniors Demand

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Paul

The Metropolitan Transit Authority proposed to remove the B37 bus route along the Third Avenue path in Sunset Park, angering senior citizens living within the community as the recession continues to force everyone to cut spending.   Along the Third … Continue reading →

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Daycare Troubles

Posted on December 14, 2008 by mjclarke

It is no secret that the recent economic problems have affected more than just working adults. Their families have also needed to make sacrifices.  Some parents are unable to send their young children to daycare because they cannot afford it.  … Continue reading →

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College club provides more than recreation

Posted on December 14, 2008 by Joycelyn

The Haitian American Student Association (HASA), a Brooklyn College Student Organization, not only adds to to the social atmosphere of the school but does charitable deeds, as well. “HASA is a club that highlights Haitian culture and educates the Brooklyn … Continue reading →

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Ticket Sales Reinforce Signs of Recession

Posted on December 14, 2008 by mp077536

“The Recession on the way, hey, but on another note, a lot of sounding like Young, tell’em register to quote,” is the opening line of the remixed version of Young Jeezy‘s “Put On” featuring Jay-Z. What’s the connection here to … Continue reading →

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Old-Time Election Night

Posted on November 11, 2008 by sagebrush

Spirits were high amongst the election night crowd and banjo players in a music shop and performance space tucked into a back corner of Brooklyn. Jalopy Theater, located on the border of Carroll Gardens and Red Hook in Brooklyn and … Continue reading →

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The Church Vote

Posted on November 5, 2008 by mjclarke

On Sunday, Nov. 2, close to 4,000 members of Christian Cultural Center, located in Brooklyn, jumped to their feet and when asked what they would do on Tuesday Nov. 4, the immediate response reverberated through the building,“VOTE!” For the past several years, … Continue reading →

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Art in DUMBO?

Posted on October 19, 2008 by sagebrush

Is there art in DUMBO anymore? The once flourishing bohemian, now flourishing yuppie neighborhood just over the river in Brooklyn holds its 12th annual Arts Under the Bridge festival this weekend. The festival has always been an elaborate affair. The whole … Continue reading →

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Bicycle Wars

Posted on October 16, 2008 by annanieves

Plans to add more biking lanes to the streets of Williamsburg became an unlikely flash point in early September ’08 when the Hasidic Jewish Community of Williamsburg crossed swords with NYC Department of Transportation over the plans to make Kent … Continue reading →

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Economic uncertainty in Old Mill Basin

Posted on October 10, 2008 by mjclarke

At first glance, the small neighborhood of Old Mill Basin is seemingly untouched by America’s uncertain economic situation.  However, upon further scrutiny, it is apparent this is not the case.  There are many ‘For Sale’ signs that have been up for … Continue reading →

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Economic fears hit East Flatbush

Posted on October 5, 2008 by Joycelyn

Residents of East Flatbush, Brooklyn are concerned about their economic stability as firms on Wall Street continue to fail. “It’s actually very scary to know that the economy is on a downward spiral,” said Brooklyn College undergraduate Michaella Dauphin.  This fear … Continue reading →

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Steeling Metal in Brooklyn

Posted on April 14, 2008 by

Yet another home is under construction in Gravesend on Avenue W between East 2nd and East 3rd Streets. On Saturday, there were no workers or penetrating screams of equipment. The building sat quietly waiting to be finished; perhaps quietly waiting … Continue reading →

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L Train rated the cleanest

Posted on April 7, 2008 by

> Years ago, the MTA had announced that the L line was going to be the first to receive new technological advancement and modernization. As a result, the entire L train was operated almost solely by computers. Passengers were very … Continue reading →

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Time, Money and Congestion

Posted on April 1, 2008 by

On Monday night, the city council passed a measure urging the Albany legislators to vote for the approval of congestion pricing. This means the city will charge an eight dollar fee to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Great, right? Who … Continue reading →

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Gridlock

Posted on March 31, 2008 by

The drone of car horns can be heard rattling any resident’s ears. The complaints may be even louder by driver’s who are sitting and staring at the same view of blinking red brake lights. Bay Ridge is the lead into … Continue reading →

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Glenwood Senior Center

Posted on March 24, 2008 by

One might feel a bit depressed after leaving a loved one at a senior center. However, one can rest assure that their loved ones are in safe hands at Glenwood Senior Center. This institution is a focal point bringing older … Continue reading →

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Graffiti City

Posted on March 20, 2008 by

     Graffiti has been a part of New York City culture since the 1960’s. On nearly every block of every neighborhood a name or design, born of spray paint, melds with a city surface. Even the sound of the word, … Continue reading →

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Saint Patty’s Day

Posted on March 19, 2008 by

Irish eyes are smiling. Adults and children of all ages join the festivities. Saint Patrick’s Day is celebrated in Bay Ridge on Sunday, March 30th. The parade, which usually falls the Sunday after the actual Saint Patrick’s Day, was moved … Continue reading →

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