Prospect Park Trash Inspires Horror Film: Brooklyn Week In Review

Brooklyn, NY — Here are some share-worthy stories from the Brooklyn Patch network this week:

'You Litter, You Die!': Prospect Park Trash Inspires Horror Film

"I don't mind shaming litterbugs, " said filmmaker Christopher Wells, who got the idea for a horror comedy when cleaning vandalism last year.

Outdoor Dinner Party In Prospect Park Returns After COVID Hiatus

Tickets for the pop-up party in "Brooklyn's backyard, " which will return in June for the first time since the pandemic, go on sale Thursday.

74-Foot-Tall Development Could Replace Park Slope Stores: Permit

The Fifth Avenue store-slash-gym could be replaced with a seven-story development, which would tower over some nearby buildings.

'Dysfunctional' Boilers At Fort Greene NYCHA Complex Replaced

Residents at the Whitman Houses have been reporting heating issues for years. NYCHA just replaced the complex's 78-year-old boilers.

SEE: New Biggie Smalls Murals Unveiled In Brooklyn

The two new murals, painted on a Fulton Street storefront, honor the 25th anniversary of the iconic rapper's death.

NYC's Animal Shelters Limit Hours Amid National Staff Shortage

"There is a vet shortage in shelters all across America — and no one is talking about it, " an Animal Care Centers spokesperson told Patch.

'Cancel Culture' Caused My Downfall, Cuomo Says In NYC Sermon

The ex-governor, who is reportedly considering a run for office, spoke at a Brooklyn church in his first public address since resigning.

Bed-Stuy Mourns 'Queen' Clara Hayes, Owner Of Macon Hardware

"You came in there to buy things, but you really came in there for the experience — to see Ms. Hayes, " Janell Smith told Patch.

Serial Killer Found With Human Head Charged With Murder: DA

Harvey Marcelin, 83, was indicted on murder charges Thursday after officials found the head of a dismembered woman in her home, the DA said.

Subway Stabber Arrested After Two Brooklyn Attacks: NYPD

Denzel Hodge, 26, is accused of stabbing two women inside Brooklyn subway stations in the last few weeks, according to police.