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U.S. Senator Charles Schumer enjoyed meeting people at the festival. He is pictured with Kevin Peter Carroll, Democratic leader of the 64th Assembly District. Eagle photos by Paula Katinas

Third Avenue Festival brings the world to Bay Ridge

October 7 | By Paula Katinas

Music, dancing and lots of mouth-watering food to eat…is there...

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These cute kiddies from NYC Tae Kwon Do performed before dignitaries seated on the grandstand.

Costumed kids star in Ragamuffin Parade

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The skies were gray, there was a threat of rain and there...

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Sherry Kayser won Senior Idol in 2013. She is pictured with the contest’s sponsor, state Sen. Marty Golden. Photo courtesy of Golden’s office

Brooklyn Senior Idol takes place Oct. 3

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Brooklyn Senior Idol, the talent contest for the over 50-crowd, will...

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In his new book, Joseph Alexious shares the delightful and little-known history of the Gowanus Canal. Photo by Brad DeCecco

Brooklynite’s new book explores history of Gowanus Canal

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On Oct. 8, the Brooklyn Bridge Park Conservancy (BBPC) will host its...

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“Rhythm Ride” (Roaring Brook Press) is the story of the music that...

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Beyoncé will perform at Barclays Center on Oct. 20, along with Prince and Jay Z. Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File

Beyonce, Prince, Jay Z to perform at Tidal concert in Brooklyn

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Margaret Atwood will speak at St. Francis College in Brooklyn Heights on Oct. 9. Photo by Jean Malek

Renowned author Margaret Atwood to speak in Brooklyn Heights

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Margaret Atwood, the acclaimed author of “The Handmaid’s Tale,” “Oryx and...

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Giulio Gari Foundation competition winners. Photos by Judy Pantano

Giulio Gari Foundation presents International Vocal Competition winners

September 30 | By Nino Pantano

On the evening of Sunday, Sept. 20, the Giulio Gari Foundation introduced...

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    A model wears a creation as part of the Iris van Herpen Fall-Winter 2025/26 Haute Couture collection presented Monday, July 7, 2025, in Paris.
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    The moon rises beyond sculptures atop the Liberty Memorial tower at the National World War I Museum Sunday, July 6, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo.
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    A protester covers a man, who the crowd claimed had been shot by police, with a Kenyan flag, during the historic 1990 Saba Saba, a Swahili word that means seven seven, protests for democratic reforms in the Kangemi slum of Nairobi, Kenya Monday, July 7, 2025.
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      ATLANTIC AVENUE — Exhausted shopper with cluster of bags and goods from mall at Boerum Place stops to look at huge construction site across the street. “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??”  Her male companion is reassuring, “Nothing like Rikers ... this is 21st Century.”
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    Many of the 100,000 people who held city-issued Br Many of the 100,000 people who held city-issued Brooklyn Bridge Park viewing tickets for The Macy’s July 4 Fireworks called the event a “total fiasco,” with a large number not making it onto the piers. Numerous people told the Brooklyn Eagle they found themselves in panic-inducing logjams while trying to get into the park. Many commenters said there appeared to be no central coordination for handling the huge crowds, and photos show unsafe, crammed streets.  🔗Click the link in the bio to read more and to see more photos. Photos courtesy of Murray Schechter (1), Justin Pollock (2) and Marc Hermann (3).
    It was like a bombshell dropped on Brooklyn Height It was like a bombshell dropped on Brooklyn Heights earlier this week when the city announced a police shutdown of traffic into the neighborhood — particularly, the Brooklyn Heights Promenade, which will be closed to all public viewing of the Macy’s July 4th fireworks 🎇 on the waterfront. For the full story, click the link in bio. #4thofjuly #brooklynheights #brooklynheightspromenade #policeshutdown #fireworks #bkheights #promanadelockdown #brooklynbridgepark #bkeagle #news #BKnews
    This year, the Brooklyn Heights Promenade — usua This year, the Brooklyn Heights Promenade — usually one of the best spots to watch the Macy’s fireworks — will be off-limits to the public and reserved exclusively for 4,000 city employees.
 The surrounding neighborhood will face major disruptions starting at 2 PM: 
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🚷 Clark Street subway station skipped from 8–11 PM For the full story, visit the link in bio.
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    Coney Island could be getting a $3 billion casino. Coney Island could be getting a $3 billion casino. Developers say “The Coney” will bring jobs, tourists and upgrades to Stillwell Avenue and Bowery Street — but not everyone’s on board. We spoke with Coney Islanders to hear their thoughts. What’s your take? 🔗Click the link in the bio to read more. #ConeyIsland #TheConey #BrooklynNews#UrbanDevelopment #LocalVoices#ConeyIslandResidents #CommunityVoices#BrooklynEagle #CasinoProposal#ConeyIslandLegacy
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