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Mayor Eric Adams addresses the complexities and financial overruns affecting the borough-based jail plan, acknowledges potential delays beyond the 2027 legal mandate for the closure of Rikers Island. Photo: Brittainy Newman/AP

Rikers replacement plan stumbles: Borough-based jails delayed and over budget

April 29 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

The plan to replace the notorious Rikers Island jail complex with borough...

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What’s News, Breaking: Monday, April 29, 2024

April 29 | Brooklyn Eagle Staff

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE GRANT APPLICATION PERIOD OPENS STATEWIDE — THE APPLICATION PERIOD HAS OPENED...

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People sit in a bar overlooking the Mediterranean Sea at the old port of Jaffa, a mixed Jewish-Arab part of Tel Aviv, Israel, Friday, April 26, 2024. (AP Photo/Oded Balilty)

Our world in photos: April 26

April 27 | Brooklyn Eagle Staff

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The Appellate Division, Second Department, located in Brooklyn Heights, is an intermediate appellate court in New York State that reviews decisions from lower courts in its jurisdiction to ensure they are legally correct and fair. Brooklyn Eagle file photo by Robert Abruzzese

Latest decisions from the Appellate Division, Second Department

April 26 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

No prior notice, no case: Brooklyn Appellate Division affirms dismissal of injury...

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In this Nov. 1, 2017, file photo, Tarana Burke, founder and leader of the #MeToo movement, marches with others at the #MeToo March in the Hollywood section of Los Angeles.

#MeToo advocates vow the reckoning will continue after Weinstein’s conviction is overturned

April 26 | Jocelyn Noveck, Associated Press

#MeToo founder Tarana Burke has heard it before. Every time there’s...

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The Family Court at 330 Jay St., Brooklyn Eagle file photo by Robert Abruzzese

New York boosts pay for legal defenders of children and the indigent in latest state budget

April 26 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

The New York State Bar Association (NYSBA) has praised the recent state...

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Attorney General Letitia James advocates for the Access to Family Building Act to ensure nationwide access and affordability of IVF and other reproductive health services. Photo: Bebeto Matthews/AP

Nationwide call for expanded access to IVF and reproductive health services

April 26 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

In response to the rising challenges in accessing assisted reproductive technology (ART...

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What’s News, Breaking: Friday, April 26, 2024

April 26 | Brooklyn Eagle Staff

HEIGHTS’ OWN RABBI LIPPE IS PANELIST AT UPCOMING LANDMARKS CONSERVANCY TALK BROOKLYN...

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Bay Ridge Lawyers Association President Adam Kalish presents Justice Matt D’Emic with a certificate of appreciation for being the guest speaker at April’s monthly continuing legal education meeting. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Mario Belluomo

Justice Matthew D’Emic speaks at Bay Ridge Lawyers monthly meeting

April 25 | Robert Abruzzese, Courthouse Editor

The Bay Ridge Lawyers Association held its monthly meeting on Wednesday, where...

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  • Our world in photos

    The teams of Australia, Romania, Germany, the United States, China and Poland, from top, compete in the Women's Eight preliminary race on the first day of the 2025 World Rowing Cup at Rotsee in Lucerne, Switzerland, on Friday, June 27, 2025.
    Photo: Philipp Schmidli/Keystone via AP
    Aryna Sabalenka of Belarus, right, and Coco Gauff of United States dance during a practice session ahead of the Wimbledon Championships in London, Friday, June 27, 2025.
    Photo: Kin Cheung/AP
    A model wears a creation part of the men's Junya Watanabe Spring-Summer 2026 collection, that was presented in Paris Friday, June 27, 2025.
    Photo: Christophe Ena/AP
    A boat, center, carrying Lauren Sanchez, leaves a hotel ahead of the anticipated wedding celebrations with Jeff Bezos, in Venice, Italy, Friday, June 27, 2025.
    Photo: Antonio Calanni/AP
    Indiana Fever's Aari McDonald, left, and Los Angeles Sparks' Azura Stevens battle for the ball during the second half in a WNBA basketball game, Thursday, June 26, 2025, in Indianapolis.
    Photo: Michael Conroy/AP
    People wearing rooster costumes protest against laws that ban animal blood sports like cockfighting and bullfighting in Mexico City, Thursday, June 26, 2025.
    Photo: Eduardo Verdugo/AP
    Pope Leo XIV spreads incense during an ordination Mass in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican as part of the Jubilee of Priests, Friday, June 27, 2025.
    Photo: Alessandra Tarantino/AP
    Al Ain's Abdoul Karim Traore, left, falls after colliding with Wydad AC's Selemani Mwalimu during the Club World Cup Group G soccer match between Wydad AC and Al Ain FC in Washington, Thursday, June 26, 2025.
    Photo: Nick Wass/AP


    • “Is that REALLY going to be a jail??” 
      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.”
    • “Hope I can get them into a camp …”
      BROOKLYN HEIGHTS — Overheard in line at one of most popular pastry outlets on Montague Street: "Hope I can get them into a camp ..." A mother with two pre-schoolers in tow was showing a friend the Dodge Y flyer for Healthy Kids Day on Saturday, April 26.



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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?

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    Locals, artists, families and first-time visitors Locals, artists, families and first-time visitors all packed Surf Avenue for the 43rd annual Mermaid Parade — Coney Island’s most colorful tradition. From hand-crafted floats to crowned royalty, it was a celebration of creativity, community and summer spirit.

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    Video surveillance cameras will be installed at tw Video surveillance cameras will be installed at two entrances to the Brooklyn Heights Promenade next month, thanks to funding from Councilmember Lincoln Restler’s office.

Restler’s office provided $90,000 in funding, and staffers said they expect the cams to be installed next month.

With its breathtaking protected views, the esplanade is often the site of film shoots and wedding proposals. But it has also been the scene of some disturbing incidents.

🔗 Click the link in bio to read more.

Brooklyn Eagle photos by Mary Frost

#Brooklyn #BrooklynEagle #BrooklynNews #LocalNews #BrooklynHeights #Promenade
    Cranberry. Orange. Pineapple. Tucked into one of Cranberry. Orange. Pineapple.

Tucked into one of Brooklyn’s most scenic neighborhoods, these street names are as charming as they are curious.

Named out of spite? Modesty? Old fruit markets?

No one knows for sure — but the vibe is pure charm.

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