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Join the Festivities: Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Honors Caribbean American Heritage Month in Style

Join the Festivities: Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso Honors Caribbean American Heritage Month in Style

Borough President invites residents to join in a vibrant celebration of Caribbean American Heritage Month on Saturday, June 24th

Antonio Reynoso Is Expected to Win Primary Race for Brooklyn Borough President

Antonio Reynoso Is Expected to Win Primary Race for Brooklyn Borough President

According to the NYC Board of Elections’ second report on ranked-choice results, Council Member Antonio Reynoso decisively leads with 54.8 percent of the vote, with Jo Anne Simon at 45.2 percent.

Councilmember Rafael Espinal Announces Brooklyn Borough President Run

Councilmember Rafael Espinal Announces Brooklyn Borough President Run

Meet Brooklyn’s New Borough President, Antonio Reynoso

Meet Brooklyn’s New Borough President, Antonio Reynoso

Antonio Reynoso, a North Brooklyn native, has won the election to be Brooklyn’s next borough president.

Brooklyn Mirage’s latest problem? A $7.5 million lawsuit

Brooklyn Mirage’s latest problem? A $7.5 million lawsuit

“Avant Gardner has made a lot of money from the gays,” a lawyer warns.

‘Verbal Attacks’ During Recent Meeting Show Growing Rift in Brooklyn Democratic Party

‘Verbal Attacks’ During Recent Meeting Show Growing Rift in Brooklyn Democratic Party

A recent Brooklyn Democratic Party meeting included “verbal attacks” and the removal of a district leader.

What’s At Stake in This Queens Borough President’s Race?

What’s At Stake in This Queens Borough President’s Race?

A vision for the future of Queens remains murky.

These Brooklyn Democrats Say They Go Where Socialists Won’t

These Brooklyn Democrats Say They Go Where Socialists Won’t

“The DSA needs to do a better job of organizing in those life-long Brooklynite communities,” say young Democratic Party organizers.

Oh, To Choose A (Borough) President!

Oh, To Choose A (Borough) President!

In a crowded race, candidates promise to do more than Eric Adams.

Could The Next Borough President Be From Bushwick?

Could The Next Borough President Be From Bushwick?

Antonio Reynoso’s campaign could finally bring the largely ceremonial political crown to North Brooklyn.

2020 Primary Race Primer: The North Brooklyn Candidates

2020 Primary Race Primer: The North Brooklyn Candidates

Information on the candidate’s you’ll see on your ballot. Be sure to cast your vote by Tuesday June 23, 2020!

The Bitter Fight for Brooklyn’s City Council Seat is Complicated by Coronavirus

The Bitter Fight for Brooklyn’s City Council Seat is Complicated by Coronavirus

The COVID-19 pandemic has delayed the election for Rafael Espinal’s seat until June but the candidates are still running and “politics is still alive and well in Brooklyn”

Reclaiming Culture: Celebrate the Afro-Latinx Diaspora in Brooklyn this Weekend

Reclaiming Culture: Celebrate the Afro-Latinx Diaspora in Brooklyn this Weekend

The Afro-Latinx Festival comes back to NYC for its seventh installment!

North Brooklyn Cops and Kids Bond Over NYPD’s Flag Football Initiative

North Brooklyn Cops and Kids Bond Over NYPD’s Flag Football Initiative

This program is attempting to create a bridge between law enforcement and North Brooklyn communities.

Brooklyn Had a Rat Summit to Address the Furry Friend Infestation

Brooklyn Had a Rat Summit to Address the Furry Friend Infestation

Bushwick was one of the neighborhoods invited to this summit.

ZIP Codes and Politics: How Redrawing Borough Lines Redefined Bushwick and Ridgewood

ZIP Codes and Politics: How Redrawing Borough Lines Redefined Bushwick and Ridgewood

Ridgewood and Bushwick were not always in separate boroughs like they are now.

Join Borough President at a Vigil for the Ecuador Earthquake Victims at Maria Hernandez Park Tonight

Join Borough President at a Vigil for the Ecuador Earthquake Victims at Maria Hernandez Park Tonight

Join Brooklyn Borough President Eric L

Attend Brooklyn Freelancers Summit on Monday (April 20)

Attend Brooklyn Freelancers Summit on Monday (April 20)

 

Bushwick Is Starting Its Own Restaurant Week After It Was Left Out from ‘Dine in Brooklyn’

Bushwick Is Starting Its Own Restaurant Week After It Was Left Out from ‘Dine in Brooklyn’

Was it a crazy conspiracy against Bushwick or a pure lack of diligence from the organizers that caused Bushwick to be mysteriously left out from Dine In Brooklyn, a restaurant week organized by Borough President Marty Markowitz’s office? Our guess is the latter

Meet Jennifer Gutiérrez, the New 34th District Representative

Meet Jennifer Gutiérrez, the New 34th District Representative

Jennifer Gutiérrez, a Queens-born activist and former chief of staff to Brooklyn Borough President-Elect Antonio Reynoso, has won the election to be the 34th District City Council representative.

With Cleaner Streets in Mind, DSNY Brings on 800 New Hires

With Cleaner Streets in Mind, DSNY Brings on 800 New Hires

“Great news! Cleaner streets and sidewalks are on the way,” said Antonio Reynoso, City Council District 34 representative and candidate for Brooklyn borough president.

Council Member Espinal Launches Largest NYC Site for Urban Agriculture

Council Member Espinal Launches Largest NYC Site for Urban Agriculture

The website was launched with the help of Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams.

Can A Bushwick Pol Make It To Albany?

Can A Bushwick Pol Make It To Albany?

A mildly contentious lieutenant governor race gives a local career politician a possible comeback.

What Will Change in Bushwick This Year? Local Elected Officials Outline Goals for 2022

What Will Change in Bushwick This Year? Local Elected Officials Outline Goals for 2022

Discussing housing, healthcare, employment, maternal health and more with Maritza Davila, Erik Dilan, Jennifer Gutiérrez, Sandy Nurse, Antonio Reynoso and Julia Salazar.

The Year in Photos – Bushwick 2021

The Year in Photos – Bushwick 2021

As we continue to welcome in the new year, let’s just take one more look back at 2021.

Assembly Candidate Samy Nemir-Olivares Attacked With Anti-LGBTQ Slur During Online Fundraiser

Assembly Candidate Samy Nemir-Olivares Attacked With Anti-LGBTQ Slur During Online Fundraiser

This comes at the end of a year that has seen a significant increase in violence toward transgender and gender non-conforming people throughout the United States.

NYC Set To Grant Noncitizens the Right to Vote in Local Elections

NYC Set To Grant Noncitizens the Right to Vote in Local Elections

Thirty-six out of 51 councilmembers have sponsored the bill, which would grant more than 800,000 permanent residents and work permit holders the right to vote in city elections.

Incoming City Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez Wants Your Input

Incoming City Council Member Jennifer Gutiérrez Wants Your Input

District 34’s incoming representative has published a form, which you can use to offer feedback on the most pressing issues in the community.

‘It’s Getting Worse’: Bushwick Residents Overwhelmed by Rampant Trash Problem

‘It’s Getting Worse’: Bushwick Residents Overwhelmed by Rampant Trash Problem

Piles of trash and overflowing waste baskets have been permeating Bushwick for most of 2021.

A Neighbor Needs Your Help to Bring Composting to the Sidewalks of Bushwick

A Neighbor Needs Your Help to Bring Composting to the Sidewalks of Bushwick

The curbside composting service resumed in October this year, but only in some eligible neighborhoods.

Construction Has Started on Bushwick’s Rheingold Senior Residences, an Affordable Housing Complex

Construction Has Started on Bushwick’s Rheingold Senior Residences, an Affordable Housing Complex

The new building will feature 94 units, communal lounges on each floor and plenty of green outdoor space.

Start Your Day Like the New Mayor – With a Vegan Bodega Sandwich in Bushwick

Start Your Day Like the New Mayor – With a Vegan Bodega Sandwich in Bushwick

Eric Adams’ celebratory breakfast wrap sold at Bushwick’s Marinello’s Gourmet Deli until Nov. 14, but you can still enjoy great-tasting plant-based food options at many bodegas in Bushwick and across NYC.

Prepping for City Council: A Q&A With Jennifer Gutiérrez

Prepping for City Council: A Q&A With Jennifer Gutiérrez

Motivated by personal experience, the expected City Council member plans to lead District 34 toward a more equitable future.

Do You Call Bushwick Home? Here Are Some Local Twitter Accounts To Follow

Do You Call Bushwick Home? Here Are Some Local Twitter Accounts To Follow

An ever-evolving list of Bushwick Twitter accounts to follow for all app users living in and around the neighborhood.

Turf Replacing Section of Basketball Courts at Maria Hernandez Park

Turf Replacing Section of Basketball Courts at Maria Hernandez Park

Fencing has gone up, and some of the basketball courts have shuttered for now.

Curbside Compost Returns, but Not to Bushwick

Curbside Compost Returns, but Not to Bushwick

The relaunched organics waste collection program will continue to only serve limited neighborhoods in the city.