Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Bed-Stuy Moms Not Comfortable Breastfeeding in Public, Study Says
First-time mothers in Bed-Stuy face pressure to avoid breastfeeding, and lack safe spaces, according to a new city study.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
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Prospect Heights-Crown Heights, NY|News|
Brooklyn Hosts West Indian Day Parade Monday 9/5: Events Start Thursday 9/1
The 49th annual West Indian Day Parade is Monday, Sept. 5. However, the pre-festivities begin at the Brooklyn Museum this Thursday, Sept. 1.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint|News|
Greenpoint Music Venue 'Aviv' Closing This Fall
The DIY-music-venue purge in North Brooklyn continues: Aviv on Morgan Avenue just announced it's closing in October.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Here's What You Missed at Spike Lee's Michael Jackson-Themed Bed-Stuy Block Party
The "BK Loves MJ" dance party celebrated the King of Pop's 58th birthday on the same block where Spike Lee once filmed Do The Right Thing.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|News|
In Photos: The Best-Dressed Festies at Brooklyn's Afropunk 2016
The annual Afropunk Festival turned Fort Greene's Commodore Barry Park into a street-style paradise last weekend.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Brooklyn Heights-DUMBO, NY|News|
DUMBO's Gallery Walk Happening This Thursday
Art in DUMBO's First Thursday Gallery Walk is on Sept. 1, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. with special events and receptions as galleries stay open late.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Brooklyn Heights-DUMBO, NY|News|
Video: A Group of Men Assault and rob Five Victims Across Brooklyn: NYPD
Video: Police are seeking a group of male suspects who assaulted and robbed victims in Fort Greene, DUMBO, Clinton Hill and Bed-Stuy.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|News|
North Elliott Place Shooting Leaves 25-Year-Old Fort Greene Man Dead: NYPD
A 25-year-old man was shot dead early Sunday morning on North Elliott Place in Fort Greene, according to the NYPD.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Fort Greene-Clinton Hill, NY|News|
Fort Green Park Hosts Free "Puss in Boots" Puppet Show Wednesday
The free puppet show in Fort Greene Park Wednesday is part of CityParks's ongoing PuppetMobile series.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
Update: Bushwick Man Charged In Attempted Bed-Stuy Rape: NYPD
A Bushwick man was arrested and charged for an attempted Bed-Stuy rape, according to police.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint|News|
Party and Pedal Into the Night This Saturday at the Brooklyn Bike Rave
Gear up in your most creative attire and ride along with the Brooklyn Greenway Initiative as you groove to the tunes.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
Brownsville Street Death Deemed 'Homicide'
27-year-old Canarsie resident Kareem Heron was found shot in the head in Brownsville last week. Now, cops are calling it murder.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint|News|
93-Year-Old Greenpoint Resident Missing Since July: NYPD
Bronislaw Najmanowicz has been missing for weeks, police said. He was last heard from July 17, 2016.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Bed-Stuy, NY|News|
62-Year-Old Bed-Stuy Resident Missing Since Tuesday: NYPD
Reuben Daniel has been missing since Tuesday, police said. He was last seen inside the grounds of the Fort Hamilton Army Base.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Bushwick, NY|News|
VIDEO: Cocker Spaniel Puppy Snatched From Bushwick Laundromat
The thief can be seen coaxing an adorable little dog out of its cubby at Laundry Station on Knickerbocker Avenue.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint|News|
Free Soil Testing and Toxin-Free Gardening Workshop Saturday at McCarren Park
The Neighbors Allied for Good Growth and Brooklyn College will test your soil for toxins Saturday at the McCarren Park Farmer's Market.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Brownsville-East New York, NY|News|
34-Year-Old Brownsville Resident Missing Since Saturday: NYPD
Jon Morgan has been missing since Saturday, police said. He was last seen in front of his Livonia Avenue home.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Bushwick, NY|News|
Old Brick Warehouse in Bushwick Will Transform Into Trendy Art/Food/Office Complex
Here's what's in store for the 35,000-square-foot warehouse at 199 Cook St.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Park Slope, NY|News|
Prospect Park Fish Are Dying by the Dozen
Visitors to Prospect Park Lake this week noticed a "disturbing" amount of belly-up fish in the water.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
Williamsburg-Greenpoint|Neighbor News|
North Williamsburg Ferry Stop Will Be Shut Down During Pier Construction
The East River Ferry stop on North 6th Street will be out of commission for two to three days next week.
Aaron Simon, Patch Staff
