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New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency as Blood Supply Nears Critical Level

Blood collections down 15%, approximately 4,500 fewer donations than needed to meet hospital demands amid summer holiday disruptions

When an NYC Car Rental Makes More Sense Than the Subway

From a Brand Partner: A practical guide to navigating NYC when the subway isn't the easiest option

Vigil Honors 7-Month-Old Shot And Killed On NYC Street

Baby Kaori Patterson-Moore was fatally shot at a Williamsburg intersection last week, according to police.

Beloved Indie Cinema Moving Out Of Brooklyn, Owner Confirms

Opened in 2018 as New York's first Black Latina- and woman-owned movie theater, Stuart Cinema and Cafe is moving out of Brooklyn.

Brooklyn Residents Explore New Ways to View Public Instagram Stories Privately

From a Brand Partner: As privacy concerns grow, Brooklyn users turn to browser-based tools to view public Instagram Stories discreetly.

New York Blood Center Extend Blood Emergency

Thousands of donations lost due to dangerous travel conditions and weather-related disruptions

New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency as Donations Plummet

10,000+ fewer blood donations, a 40% drop in recent weeks, leaves less than a two-day supply across the region

Power Outages Hit Brooklyn As Winter Weather And Winds Sweep Through

Winter weather left hundreds of people across Brooklyn without power Monday morning, as utility crews scramble to restore service.

Community Raises Funds For Man Killed In Brooklyn Scooter Accident

More than 400 people made donations for the family of Ilya Perloff, 41, who died Sunday while riding an electric scooter in Marine Park.

The Green-Wood Cemetery Issues RFP for Stormwater Resilience Project

The Transformative Stormwater Resilience Project is Funded by State and City Grants

Iconic Brooklyn Diner Relocates To Steiner Studios As New Movie Set Piece

The landmark Wythe Diner went airborne—lifted by crane and moved from its Brooklyn home to Steiner Studios for its big-screen debut.

NYC To Mourn 'Dedicated' Fallen Firefighter Patrick Brady At Funeral And Wake

FDNY officials say Firefighter Patrick Brady went into cardiac arrest while fighting a blaze in East Flatbush over the weekend.

Local Brooklyn Bakery Steps Up Amid SNAP Funding Freeze

With SNAP benefits paused due to the federal shutdown, a Brooklyn bakery is lending a hand to residents struggling to make ends meet.

Brooklyn Community Rallies After Fire Tears Through Artists’ Warehouse

A five-alarm fire on Van Brunt Street in Red Hook destroyed a warehouse housing dozens of art studios and businesses, police said.

Gowanus Canal Could Become Swimmable Under New Proposal, Officials Say

The state is seeking to reclassify the canal to pressure the city to speed up cleanup and make it swimmable, according to reports.

Swimming Banned At NYC Beaches As Hurricane Erin Approaches

Swimming will be prohibited at all beaches from Wednesday morning through Thursday, officials said.

Winners Announced For Annual ‘Greenest Block In Brooklyn’ Contest

See which block Brooklyn Botanical Garden crowned the “Greenest Block in Brooklyn."

Judge Halts Mayor Adams’ Bedford Ave. Bike Lane Removal Plan For 2nd Time

The city has until July 23 to appeal the temporary restraining order.

Beloved Brooklyn Comedy Icon Ray DeJon Dead At 63

The comedian died on Monday at the age of 63—just one day shy of his 64th birthday.

Winning $500K Lottery Ticket Sold At Brooklyn Deli: See Where

The lucky winner claimed a first-tier prize with a ticket purchased at a Brooklyn deli in Brighton Beach.

Thousands Left Without Power In Brooklyn As Heat Wave Hits

A relentless heat wave is gripping the city, causing power outages that have left hundreds in Brooklyn without electricity.

Beat The Heat: How To Stay Cool In Brooklyn During NYC's Heat Wave

With summer heat rising in NYC, here’s a roundup of indoor cooling centers and outdoor ways to beat the heat in Brooklyn.

Reopening Of Brooklyn Mirage Delayed Again—More Events Relocated

Brooklyn Mirage, the East Williamsburg venue, remains closed more than a month after its planned reopening date.

The Champ Is Back! Joey Chestnut Returns For Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest

After a dispute sidelined him last year, Coney Island’s top dog is back to reclaim his crown at the annual Fourth of July hot dog feast.

Mayor Orders Removal Of Brooklyn Bike Lane Amid Safety Concerns

Mayor Eric Adams is backpedaling on the Bedford Avenue protected bike lane, pointing to safety risks as the reason.

Grand Army Plaza Arch In Brooklyn Reopens After $8.9M Restoration

NYC Parks will be holding special tours of the Arch on Saturday, June 28.

Massive Lidl Supermarket Opens In Downtown Brooklyn

Lidl has opened a new 30,000-square-foot supermarket on Fulton Street, bringing its discount groceries to Downtown Brooklyn.

New York Blood Center Declares Blood Emergency

Hundreds of units sent from other states as NY faces widening and dangerous donor gap heading into summer trauma season 

Residential Parking Permits Proposed In Parts Of Brooklyn: See Where

The proposed bill would create a pilot program for residential parking permits​ in a number of Brooklyn neighborhoods.

The Terrible Truth About Sherita, Brooklyn's Beloved Billboard Dinosaur

The vanished icon of Atlantic Ave. was the relic of a secretive family who grabbed buildings from immigrant owners across the borough.

Coffee Project NY Reopens In Downtown Brooklyn After Renovations

The Brooklyn location reopened last week to customers.

The Healing Power of Music:

EPIC LI and Dr. Ettinger Partner with Music for Autism

NY Liberty's Practice Facility Highlights Women's Sports in Brooklyn

Brooklyn's Greenpoint neighborhood is set to become a hub for women's basketball as NY Liberty announces project for practice facility.

Cortelyou Celebrates its 40th Year Milestone

NYC Minority and Women Owned (MWBE) Private School Celebrates 40 Years of Service to the Brooklyn Community

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Small Businesses Are Recovering With Help From Flushing Bank

As a community bank, Flushing Bank worked closely with neighborhood businesses to help them stay on track throughout the pandemic.