Willow Gets 'Stay Of Execution' From Bk Developer, Activist Says

A Brooklyn judge gave activist Greg Todd one week to garner support for the approximately 70-year-old willow tree, he said.

Prospect Park Will Get 2 New Entrances Amid Upgrade

Brooklyn's famous park will get two entrances and other upgrades to make its northeast corner more accessible.

Saheed Vassell's Parents Bury Their Son, Demand Cops Be Punished

Said Saheed Vassell's parents, “He should still be with us instead of having his life stolen by NYPD officers who killed him."

Don't Call 911, Group Protesting Cop Shooting Urges Brooklynites

Equality for Flatbush organizers want people to call them when they see a person in distress. Not police.

Torched Balcony Goes Unfixed But Landlord Sues Over Missing Rent

“The kids could fit through that hole, ” said Ebbets Field tenant Venice Ishibashi. “We’re on the third floor — that’s quite a drop down."

Cherry Blossoms Bloom Just Days Before Snow Storm Slams NYC

The first cherry blossoms to bloom at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden were heralded as a harbinger of spring. Then the snow came.

Vote: Key Food Or Gristedes, What's NYC's Worst Chain Grocery?

In Patch's quest to name the worst grocery store in New York City, we'd like to know which chain grocery store you hate most.

Amber Tamblyn Says 'Hasidic Man' Almost Hit Her In BK Crosswalk

The actress spurred outrage when she tweeted that a "Hasidic man in a grey van" tried to hit her in a Prospect Heights crosswalk.

Cherry Blossom Could Bloom Early in Brooklyn Thanks To Warm Temps

The bloom isn't usually expected until early April.

Crown Heights Farmers Market Could Return With City Funding

Seeds In The Middle hopes City Council will help bring back the popular farmers market that closed, because of a lack of funding, in 2014.

Preservation Advocates Join Fight To Protect Prospect Heights

The Historic Districts Council chose a proposed Prospect Heights landmark as one of six projects to support in 2018.

B and Q Trains In Brooklyn Delayed After Prospect Park Track Fire

The track fire caused the trains to skip stations Thursday afternoon and caused delays on the B and Q lines going into Manhattan.

B Trains Shut Down As MTA Investigates At Manhattan Bridge

B train service was canceled because of an MTA investigation on the Manhattan Bridge. There were extensive delays on F, N, Q, R & D lines.

Freezing Crown Heights Tenants Demand 'Heat For The Holidays'

Sick tenants gathered on Carroll Street Monday to beg their landlord, Ephraim Fruchthandler, to turn up the heat in the building.

Prospect Heights Charter School Sued Over 40-Day Suspension

Success Academy Prospect Heights doled lengthy suspensions to a first grader they say hit and stabbed school staff, court records show.

Parkside Ave Instagram Creator Speaks About Controversial Page

Patch spoke to the person behind the account filled with candid shots of life at the subway station.

Parkside Ave Instagram Shows Everyday Life And Fuels Privacy Row

"Up close shots of people's phones, images of neighbors getting into a fight, children, homeless folks -- it's totally insensitive."

Sweeping Changes To Bedford-Union Armory Proposal Announced

No more luxury condominiums and a dramatic increase in affordability of apartments.

Crucial Votes On Crown Heights Armory Coming Tuesday

Negotiations continue on the proposal to redevelop the Bedford-Union Armory.

Crown Heights Armory Developer Grilled At Council Hearing

The hearing was the first major milestone for the project following a contentious city council election focused on the armory development.

Lawsuit Over Crown Heights Zoning Study Thrown Out

Community Board 9 in Crown Heights had been sued over its request for a zoning study in the neighborhood.

Bedford-Union Armory Plan Clears Major Hurdle Despite Protest

Plans to redevelop the vacant Bedford-Union Armory were approved by the City Planning Commission on Monday.

A Train Screeches To Halt To Avoid Hitting Man On Tracks At Nostrand Ave. Station, Witness Says

People were screaming, “Oh shoot he’s on the tracks!" a witness aboard the train told Patch.

Prospect Heights Community Garden Grows City's Best Dahlias, Judges Say

Gardener Traci Nottingham also whipped up the best dish from ingredients grown across the city.

'Bullet Hole' Wall Plastered Over At Controversial Crown Heights Bar: Report

Summerhill has come under heavy fire from the neighborhood after a press release touted a fake bullet-hole ridden wall.

Bedford-Union Armory Plan Puts Luxury Homes On Public Land, Residents Tell City

"It is a shame that we are even here to discuss this today," Bertha Lewis told the City Planning Commission.

Controversial Armory Project Will Get Public Hearing Tuesday

Here's another chance to make your voice heard on the Bedford-Union Armory.

Mayor Open To Giving Armory Project More Money To Win City Council Support

"We want that to be the best possible project for the community, we’re going to look at every to improve it," Bill de Blasio said.

Huge Willow Tree In Brooklyn Garden Could Be Torn Down By Developers

"The Imani Willow," long part of the Imani Community Garden in Weeksville, may not have much time left.

Affordable Apartments Now Available At Controversial Crown Heights Homeless Shelter

But the city's applications for the affordable housing lottery don't mention that the building contains a homeless shelter.

Q Trains Service Suspended In Brooklyn On Weeknights

Find out how your commute will be affected.

What Critics Are Saying About 'Crown Heights'

The movie staring Lakeith Stanfield, based on a true story, is out in theaters.

Citi Bike Installation Starting Soon In Prospect Heights, Crown Heights and PLG

The 27 stations are expected to be live by the end of the year.

West Indian American Day Parade Attracts Thousands , Amid Huge NYPD Presence

The annual West Indian American Day Parade had a noticeable increase in police security in the wake of safety concerns.

J'Ouvert 2017: Revelers Met With Heavy Security At Predawn Festival

Security at the predawn festival has been increased this year.

Brooklyn President Rejects Controversial Crown Heights Armory Plan

"This is our opportunity to get this right," Borough President Eric Adams said of the real-estate plan.

West Indian Day Parade 2017: Route, Start Time, Street Closures And Everything Else To Know

Here's what you need to know, whether you want to join in on the festivities or avoid the madness all together.

J'Ouvert 2017: Parade Route, Start Time, Security And Everything Else To Know

Everything you need to know about the early morning festival that takes place Sept. 4.

Brooklyn Prez Will Give Recommendation On Controversial Armory Project Soon

Eric Adams has said he does not support the project.

Crown Heights Residents Skeptical Of J’Ouvert Safety Efforts

"The timing doesn’t really make a difference. If somebody is out there to cause harm, they’re not really focused on the time.”