East New York, Brooklyn — The former Linden Blvd Multiplex Cinemas has officially been transformed into a massive Food Bazaar Supermarket, bringing a much-needed full-service supermarket to the East New York community. Located on Linden Boulevard near Loring Avenue, the site was once home to the neighborhood’s only movie theater, before the 8 acre parcel […]
Brooklyn’s East New York neighborhood is reclaiming its spot on the cultural map with the return of First Tuesdays, a monthly live music series hosted at Fusion East Caribbean and Soul Food Restaurant in partnership with Brooklyn Buzz. The series kicks off Tuesday, June 3, and promises a night of soulful music, authentic cuisine, and […]
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated a criminal investigation into former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo concerning his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly regarding nursing home deaths. This probe follows a referral from the Republican-led House Oversight Committee, which alleges that Cuomo provided false testimony to Congress about the state’s pandemic response. […]
A major new development has officially opened in East New York, delivering both vital city services and significant economic investment to the community surrounding Broadway Junction. Located at 2440 Fulton Street, the newly constructed 400,000-square-foot commercial building will serve as a consolidated hub for the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and feature over […]
Community-led changes expand affordable housing, reduce building heights, and prioritize local needs Community Feedback Shapes Project Vision Incorporating feedback from nearly 100 community touchpoints, Totem, a Brooklyn-based real estate development firm, has released an updated version of its Herkimer-Williams proposal — a major mixed-use project near Broadway Junction. The changes include increasing the number of […]
In a major show of support from New York City’s public workforce, District Council 37 (DC 37), the city’s largest public employee union, has officially endorsed Khari Edwards for Brooklyn Borough President. The announcement was shared through a press release on April 24, 2025, marking a significant boost to Edwards’ campaign as he vies to […]
Brooklyn voters will see two powerful voices for justice on the ballot this June. Janice Chen and Janice Purvis, both officially certified as candidates for Kings County Civil Court Judge. With each campaign powered by grassroots community support, Chen and Purvis are moving forward with a commitment to fairness, equity, and accessibility in the courtroom. […]
LIDL US is opening its newest location in Brooklyn at 490 Fulton Street, Second Floor, on Friday, May 23. Doors will open with the sunrise, and the ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for 7:40 a.m. The store will operate daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Customers are invited to arrive early and enjoy a freshly […]
New York City Mayor Eric Adams, alongside Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Commissioner Keith Howard, has announced a major new investment aimed at providing universal after-school programming for public school students from kindergarten through eighth grade. The plan includes a $331 million funding commitment that will be phased in starting in the Fiscal […]
Bronx community celebrates major victory as Attorney General Letitia James announces Preston High School will remain open for years to come Preston High School, a cornerstone of the Bronx community for over 75 years, will remain open for decades to come, thanks to an agreement brokered by New York Attorney General Letitia James. The deal […]