ICYMI: No New Medical Marijuana Dispensary For Sunset Park

A dispensary which had gotten full community support will not be registered under the state's new round of approvals.

Tons Of Garbage Would 'Pile Up' On NYC Streets As Recycling 'Grinds To A Halt' After Strike

A strike is possible at Sims Municipal Recycling in Sunset Park, the city's largest recycling facility.

City Council Will Hold Hearing On Possible Strike At Sunset Park Recycling Facility

Workers may strike at the city's largest recycling plant.

Job Projections For Sunset Park's 'Made in New York' Campus: More Details Released

More details were shared this week on the city's job projections for the future "Made in New York" manufacturing campus.

Sunset Park Strike Could Target City's Largest Recycling Facility

More than 70 percent of the workers at the SIMS recycling facility in Sunset Park want a union, according to a Teamsters spokesman.

Have You Seen Missing Sunset Park Teen Diandra Perez?

The missing 16-year-old Sunset Park resident hasn't been seen since Feb. 16, police said.

New Karaoke Bar; Owl's Head Murder Update; Ferrara Bros.' Move: Sunset Park Week-In-Review

Catch up on the biggest news from Sunset Park this week.

Immigration Rights Workshop (Taller De Derechos De Inmigración) At OLH On Feb. 19

The "Know Your Rights" workshop is being put on by The Legal Aid Society.

Sunset Park Weekend Weather Forecast: Feb. 17-19

After a cold week, the weekend is looking warm and sunny.

'Sanctuary District' Declared in Sunset Park

State Sen. Jesse Hamilton said he wants to provide vetted assistance for immigrants who need help.

Sunset Park Officials, Activists Call For More Engagement On Development Projects (Updated)

The letter, written by four top Sunset Park officials, followed Tuesday's announcement of a new Bush Terminal development project.

Plans Filed For Ferrara Bros.' Sunset Park Cement Factory

Ferrara Brothers will be moving its Gowanus operation to 24th Street and 3rd Avenue in Sunset Park.

Owl's Head Park Murder: NYPD Still Searching For Person of Interest

Jennifer Cohen was killed in Owl's Head Park on the morning of Sept. 29, the NYPD said.

‘Made In New York’ Manufacturing Campus Coming To Bush Terminal

The $136 million project will create 1,500 permanent jobs and 800 construction jobs, according to the mayor's office.

New Karaoke Bar Planned For 39th And 3rd Avenue in Sunset Park

The owner of the future Sunset Park business has hired a private security firm to keep things orderly.

'Unconscionable' Sunset Park Prison Provides Regular Medical Care, State Says

The response from the Bureau of Prisons follows shocking claims made about the Sunset Park prison by an attorney.

'Sanctuary Senate District' To Be Launched By Sunset Park State Sen. Jesse Hamilton

The program will assist immigrants in the wake of President Donald Trump's executive orders, according to State Sen. Jesse Hamilton.

3 Great Pet Groomers Near Sunset Park, According To Yelpers

Here are three solid local spots to get your pet pampered, as listed by Yelpers.

7th Avenue Bike Lane Proposed By City From Flatbush To 23rd Street

The bike infrastructure improvements were pitched by Department of Transportation officials to CB 7 on Monday.

Sunset Park Cop Watchers Want AG To Reject 'Broken Windows' Policing

So-called "quality of life" arrests can lead to deportation, El Grito argues in the letter.

Brooklyn Prison Isn't Fit For 'Civilized Country,' Attorney Says

One female inmate wasn't given medical care after breaking her foot, and had to be carried to the toilet by fellow inmates, her lawyer says.

Sunset Park Weekend Weather Forecast: Feb. 10-12

After a warm Wednesday and a snowy Thursday, Brooklyn will see rain this weekend.

Next Hearing On 'Third World' Sunset Park Prison Is Feb. 10

Last year, four judges described conditions inside the Sunset Park prison as "unconscionable."

Community Board 7 Cancels Feb. 9 Education Committee Meeting

The CB 7 education committee meeting scheduled for Feb. 9 has been cancelled, the board announced.

Metropolitan Commercial Bank Provides 70 Winter Coats for New York City Families in Need

Bank Concludes Winter Coat Drive with Donation to New York Cares

Sunset Park School Closings: Get Instant Notifications

Thursday's snowstorm could dump as many as 12 inches of snow on New York City. Make sure you're notified of local school closings.

3 Great — And Cheap — Sunset Park Italian Restaurants

Check out these local Italian restaurants, where Yelpers say you won't have to spend a bunch to get good food.

Sunset Park's 'Extraction Lab' Is Serving A $14 Cup Of Coffee — And Normal Cups, Too

'Extraction Lab' opened this week to showcase Alpha Dominche's signature brewing system for coffee and tea.

Sunset Park Could Get Medical Marijuana Dispensary

But it's not the kind of drug that gets you high, explained District 7 manager Jeremy Laufner.

Sunset Park Weekend Weather Forecast: Feb. 3-5

It's looking like a dry and relatively warm weekend (considering that it's February).

Don't Drink Discolored Sunset Park Water, City Says

The discoloration is the result of work on the water system, the city said.

Sunset Park Rep. Backs Bills Against Immigration Order And Steve Bannon's Promotion

Velázquez spoke out against both of the administration's actions during a Wednesday night town hall with her constituents.

Sunset Park Schools and New 39th St. Bar On Community Board Agenda

Here are some of the upcoming meetings scheduled for Community Board 7 this February.

Celebrate Chinese New Year At The Sunset Park Library

The Chinese New Year celebration will take place at the library on the afternoon of Feb. 3.

New 57th Street Building To Have 3 Apartments And 'Community Facility'

The development plans were filed for 716 57th St. by representatives of owner Xiao Hong Zhu.

South Brooklyn Affordable Housing Group Hiring New Top Staffer

The Fifth Avenue Committee is looking for a new Organizing and Advocacy Director, the group announced.

Sunset Park Uplands Connectors Project To Host Final Public Comment Session

The project aims to bring bike lanes and improved pedestrian access to 43rd Street and 58th Street.

Sunset Park Rep. Nydia Velázquez Holding Feb. 1 Telephone Town Hall

Velázquez's telephone town hall will touch on a variety of topics, according to a spokesperson.

Celebrate The Lunar New Year In Sunset Park This Jan. 29

The Brooklyn Chinese-American Association will host its Lunar New Year Parade on Jan. 29.

Five Suspects Sought Following Industry City Shooting: NYPD

A man was shot in the foot in the Industry City complex on Jan. 13, police said.