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The First Reformed Church of Gravesend at 121 Gravesend Neck Road. It was dedicated in 1894. Its lovely parsonage at 145 Gravesend Neck Road was constructed in 1901. Brooklyn Eagle photo by Lore Croghan

Gravesend history

Founded by Lady Moody in 1645, Gravesend became a haven for dissenters and later grew into a vibrant Italian American community.

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Assembly passes Colton litter basket bill

Legislation mandates receptacles in shopping areas BOROUGHWIDE— Shoppers will be seeing more litter baskets on commercial streets if a bill sponsored by Assemblymember William Colton eventually becomes law. On Jan.

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