Brooklyn’s hottest neighborhood music tradition continues as part of the Brooklyn Buzz and Fusion East First Tuesdays Live Music Series. On Tuesday, October 7, the widely acclaimed Out of the Blue Band will take the stage at Fusion East Restaurant, located at 1179 Elton Street in East New York, just steps from the Gateway Mall. […]
The New York City Council advanced a wide-ranging legislative package this week, tackling issues from affordable housing and tenant rights to worker protections and environmental sustainability. Supportive Housing for Vulnerable New Yorkers One of the most high-profile measures was approval of the Just Home proposal, a collaboration between NYC Health + Hospitals and The Fortune […]
On Sunday, Mayor Eric Adams announced he is ending his re-election campaign. Because of this shocking announcement, it means Adams will serve just one term as New York City Mayor, and it reshapes the 2025 mayoral race. Adams Cites Funding Denial, Media Scrutiny The announcement came in an eight-minute video filmed at Gracie Mansion. In […]
Pete’s Tavern, the legendary Gramercy Park institution, is celebrating its 161st anniversary in 2025 with a nod to both its storied past and its bright future. Known as one of New York City’s oldest continuously operating bars, Pete’s has been a cornerstone of hospitality since 1864. From its early days as a neighborhood watering hole—and […]
A brand-new housing opportunity has arrived in East New York with the opening of the 2795 Fulton Street Apartments. This modern development adds 51 apartments to the neighborhood, but only 13 units are designated as affordable housing through the NYC Housing Connect program. Address: 2795 Fulton St, Brooklyn, NY 11207 Application Deadline: October 6, 2025 Eligible Income Range: $51,018 – $160,720 About the […]
Gov. Kathy Hochul has officially endorsed Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani in the 2025 New York City mayoral race, a move that bolsters his campaign but also deepens divides among voters, particularly within the city’s Jewish community. In announcing her endorsement, Hochul acknowledged the differences between her and the 33-year-old Queens Democrat. “We don’t see eye to […]
East New York residents are in for four days of music, culture, and community wellness as the third Annual East New York Concert & Wellness Series returns this month. Co-founded by New York State Assemblywoman Nikki Lucas and in partnership with Councilman Chris Banks and legendary DJ Watkins & Friends, the free outdoor event will […]
Judicial Candidate Duane Frankson has published a new article on his Newsroom at NYCNewswire.com. This article shares vital information to help voters get prepared for the upcoming elections. His piece highlights voter registration requirements, important deadlines, and resources for communities that often face barriers to the ballot box. Frankson emphasizes that every eligible voter should […]
Mayor Eric Adams forcefully rejected speculation Friday that he is preparing to abandon his uphill re-election campaign in exchange for a position in the Trump administration. Adams Rejects Dropout Talk “I am staying in this race, I am the only one who can beat [Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran] Mamdani,” Adams said during a hastily arranged […]
Groundbreaking Partnership with Delaware State University New York City has opened its first Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Early College Prep High School, located in Queens. The new school was launched in partnership with Delaware State University (DSU) and will allow students to earn up to 64 tuition-free college credits — the equivalent of an […]