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The New York State Senate passed the Medical Aid in Dying Act by a vote of 35–27. The bill now goes to Governor Kathy Hochul for final approval. Instead of discussing his vote on social media, Andrew Gounardes chose to talk about Trump. Many made videos or graphics like this: We need a leader who […]
Tuesday, June 10th, 2025CB 10 Meeting About Citibike is Tonight 6/10
Tonight there is a Community Board 10 meeting at 8119- 5th Avenue at 7:00 pm about the Citibike expansion into Bay Ridge – you can also participate over Zoom. Look who is planning to be there:
Monday, June 9th, 2025Whose Wants the EV Charging Station on 5th & 92nd Street in Bay Ridge?
I couldn’t figure it out until I read an interview that that was published today. The New York Editorial Board interview with Justin Brannan: https://nyeditorialboard.substack.com/p/justin-brannan-interview-transcript Justin Brannan revealed that he purchased an electric car. This location is close to his home.
Sunday, June 8th, 2025Richie Barsamian Talks About Public Safety
I’m was glad to see Richie Barsamian speak about public safety. Across our district, this is a huge concern for people. Listen to him here: Barsamian has lived his whole life in Bay Ridge and is running for NYC Council. Richie said he will be the loudest and strongest voice demanding more police officers for […]
Sunday, June 8th, 202586th Street Bensonhurst Festival – June 8, 2025
The 86th Street Bensonhurst Festival is Sunday, June 8, 2025 from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm on 86th Street from 19th Avenue to Bay Parkway.
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Grocery Story on 92nd St. and 5th Ave. Robbed
There was an armed robbery at gunpoint on 92nd Street and 5th Avenue tonight at 8:18 pm. One thief wearing all black held up the place and took $500 from the register.
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Richie Barsamian and Others Spoke Out Against the Citibike Expansion Plans For Bay Ridge
Richie Barsamian, whose running for Bay Ridge’s NYC Council seat was on 3rd Avenue speaking out against the expansion of Citibike in Bay Ridge. Barsamian said this expansion will create an unnecessary burden on the community. Bikes are not terrible, but this rollout is wrong for Bay Ridge. If Justin Brannan was leading in Bay […]
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Message on Cement – 3rd Ave & 74th Street
Photo: Lauren C. Someone put this message on the cement on 3rd Avenue and 74th Street. They must be annoyed that a tree was removed and the area was cemented over. Anyone know the story behind this?
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Dear GayRidge – Happy Pride 2025! (Plus Map)
On Sunday, June 8th, GayRidge will hold their fourth annual Pride Celebration at Owl’s Head Park on 68th Street and Shore Road from 12:00 – 5:00 pm. Congratulations to the organizers of this event! Work is being done at Owl’s Head Park, but they still made it work for the event. Here’s the map on […]
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Robbery at a Nail Salon in Bay Ridge
Last weekend a customer was robbed by a thief who ran into Magnolia Nails at 8312 – 3rd Avenue (this used to be Le Charme Nail Spa). While the salon has a buzzer for the door, the door was propped open because of the warm weather. A masked man entered the salon and walked to […]
Saturday, June 7th, 2025Roses at Narrows Botanical Garden in Bay Ridge
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Christine Nemia (@nemiachristine) The roses and cute bird houses at Narrows Botanical Garden in Bay Ridge were captured perfectly by NemiaChristine. Narrows Botanical Garden is on Shore Road between Bay Ridge Avenue and 72nd Street.
Saturday, June 7th, 2025School Needs Used Prom Dresses for Students
A teacher at PS 268 asked if anyone had used prom dresses for her students. Many people have cocktail and long dresses in their closet that the are no longer using – consider donating them : )
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