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Alec Meeker

Alec Meeker has been the publisher of Bushwick Daily since 2018, bringing a fresh and creative approach to local journalism. With a love for storytelling and a deep connection to North Brooklyn, Alec leads the team in covering the art, culture, and community that make the neighborhood special. From spearheading innovative reporting projects to hosting pop-up events that bring neighbors together, Alec keeps Bushwick Daily at the heart of the local conversation.

100 Articles

March 2018 Writing Since

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Politics

Voices Unheard: Confronting Voter Suppression and Mobilization in Bushwick

Bushwick faces unique challenges in ensuring its residents' voices are heard at the ballot box.

May 21, 2024 5 min read

Bushwick

Outrage as Bushwick Nightclub, 3 Dollar Bill, Cancels Eurovision Party over Israeli Singer’s Involvement

Bronx Congressman Richie Torres weighs in: "antisemitism"

May 10, 2024 2 min read

Politics

Redrawing Lines: How Redistricting Shapes Bushwick’s Future

As New York City gears up for the 2024 elections, Bushwick stands at a pivotal point due to its history...

Apr 16, 2024 5 min read

Arts & Culture

Bushwick Producer Debuts A Psychological Horror Movie on Apple TV

Going beyond traditional zombie narratives, 'Herd' spotlights Bushwick's expanding influence in the arts.

Oct 15, 2023 2 min read

Arts & Culture

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

Jun 24, 2023 2 min read

News

Troutman Street Is About To Get A Lot More Exciting

Troutman Open Streets is the first initiative of its kind in Bushwick

Apr 21, 2023 3 min read

Arts & Culture

The Satanic Temple of New York City Invites New Yorkers to Celebrate Sol Invictus at 3 Dollar Bill

The normally secretive group inviting the general public to celebrate Sol Invictus this Saturday in Brooklyn.

Dec 17, 2022 2 min read

News

Market Hotel Abruptly Cancels Sold Out John Hinckley Show

Fans express outrage at 'cowards’ at Market Hotel.

Jun 16, 2022 4 min read

News

Sen. Salazar, Other Local Progressives Back Maya Wiley For Mayor

State Sen. Julia Salazar, Assemblymembers Maritza Davila and Emily Gallagher and District Leader Samy Nemir-Olivares have announced their support for...

Jun 10, 2021 2 min read

Arts & Culture

2020 Impact Statement

On the heels of this singularly terrible year, Bushwick Daily needs your help

Jan 17, 2021 6 min read

News

Demolition Set for Mansion on Bushwick Ave Historic Corridor to Make Way for New Apartment Building

While not uncommon to see new developments sprouting up on almost every block in Bushwick. Bushwick Historic Corridor has been...

Nov 18, 2020 5 min read

Food & Drink

New Bar Farewell and La Window Crêperie Open on Troutman Street

70's dance bar opens on Troutman Street with Crêperie included

Sep 4, 2020 2 min read

News

Shut Down by State Liquor Authority, House of Yes is Closed For Now

House of No

Aug 31, 2020 2 min read

News

NYC Suspended 64 Liquor Licenses for COVID-Related Violations in July

Regulators and police crack down on unsafe, illegal social gatherings as the state flattens the curve.

Aug 3, 2020 2 min read

News

UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Tuesday, July 14, 2020

A breakdown of today's events.

Jul 14, 2020 1 min read

Contests

Brooklyn Film Camera & Bushwick Daily Present: Polaroid 600 Camera Giveaway!

We partnered up with Brooklyn Film Camera to give away 1 Red Polaroid 600 Camera and 5 Packs of Color...

Jul 3, 2020 2 min read

News

UPDATED: NYC Protest Schedule for Today, Tuesday July 1, 2020

A breakdown of today's events.

Jul 1, 2020 3 min read

News

Cuomo Extends NY Stay-At-Home Order Until May 28

Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order Thursday night extending New York "PAUSE" until May 28.

May 15, 2020 2 min read

News

1 in 5 NYC Residents Tested Positive for COVID-19 Antibodies in Preliminary Statewide Study Results

"Testing is going to be a major operation that happens from now until the situation is over. It's new, it's...

Apr 24, 2020 2 min read

News

Paperboy Love Prince Wins Petition Challenge and Will Remain on District 7 Ballot

Love Prince who is running against Incumbent Congresswoman Nydia Velazquez in the District 7 Democratic Primary Wins Their Petitioning Case...

Apr 24, 2020 2 min read

Music and Nightlife

Elsewhere Space Hosting a Free Virtual Music Festival Tonight

The Coronavirus Benefit festival is being held in a virtual replica of the Elsewhere Space Club Venue and will be...

Apr 11, 2020 2 min read

Food & Drink

Guide to Local Brooklyn Breweries Offering Delivery During Quarantine

A local beer enthusiast is keeping everyone frosty by publishing a list of all breweries open for pickup and delivery...

Mar 31, 2020 2 min read

News

Hospital Ship USNS Comfort Arrives in NYC Harbor

City officials spent the morning welcoming the massive 1,000 bed ship which will be housing non-coronavirus patients as NYC hospitals...

Mar 30, 2020 3 min read

News

BREAKING: New York will Implement 90-Day Moratorium on Evictions

Gov Cuomo announces a handful of aggressive new measures to prevent the spread of COVID19 during press conference today.

Mar 20, 2020 2 min read

Music and Nightlife

Bushwick Nightly: The Best Diverse and Intersectional Parties in and Around Bushwick

You’re hot already. Take that sweat to the dance floor.

Nov 24, 2019 6 min read

Arts & Culture

Madam Empire to Host Art Party In East Williamsburg Tonight

A showcase of unique NYC artists that represent true individuality and creativity.

Nov 16, 2019 2 min read

News

A Second Churro Vendor is in Handcuffs as NYPD Crackdown Continues

At 11:40 a.m., Bushwick resident photographed NYPD handcuffing local Churro Vendor at the Myrtle/Wyckoff train station minutes before city officials...

Nov 11, 2019 2 min read

News

Community Leaders Holding a Rally to Protest Gov. Cuomo’s Policing of MTA Today at Noon

In response to the NYPD arrest of a local Churro Vendor over the weekend, community activists and politicians are rallying...

Nov 11, 2019 1 min read

News

Churro Vendor Arrested by NYPD at Broadway Junction

Over the weekend, the NYPD was videotaped arresting a churro vendor at the Broadway Junction station.

Nov 11, 2019 3 min read

News

Congresswoman Calls on Bushwick Community to Participate in 2020 Census

Low participation in Brooklyn census may cut federal funding for local communities.

May 2, 2019 4 min read

Bars

Tryin’ to Smash Before V-Day?

Dromedary Urban Tiki Bar is hosting a Super Smash Bros tournament Wednesday, Feb. 13.

Feb 12, 2019 2 min read

News

Yes, There’s a Board Game to Help You Cope with the L Train Shutdown

“We hope that people will play the game before the L shuts down and realize just how f**cked we all...

Dec 18, 2018 2 min read

News

Espinal’s Historic Campaign & Why the Special Election for NYC Public Advocate Matters for Bushwick

So far, a dozen candidates have officially announced their campaigns for the position including Bushwick’s District 37 City Councilmember ,...

Dec 3, 2018 2 min read

Arts & Culture

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick (11.26 – 11.30)

Goth Music to Make Your Skin Crawl and Mind Melt, Legendary Band Iceage Plays Elsewhere, Yedoye Travis Headlines at Vital...

Nov 26, 2018 2 min read

Arts & Culture

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

We have... A Film Fest at Starr Bar, Indy Music in DIY Spaces, a House of Yes Party and a...

Nov 19, 2018 2 min read

Music and Nightlife

East Williamsburg Party Castle Avant Gardner is Hosting elrow for their Last Show of 2018

Read the article to learn what an 'elrow' is. Enter to win 2 VIP Ticket - We are giving away...

Nov 15, 2018 2 min read

News

Bushwick Food Incubator Pilotworks is Shutting Down And 175 Budding Businesses Need A New Home

Pilotworks, a company that offers commercial kitchen space, mentor programs and distribution services to 175 food start-ups, abruptly announced their...

Oct 14, 2018 2 min read

Food & Drink

Meet the Finalists of the ‘Brews and Booze Cocktail Competition’ and Drink For Free All Week

Want to keep your bar-tab at $0 this week? Stop by these Bushwick Bars..

Sep 4, 2018 9 min read

Bushwick Daily

Bushwick Daily is Hiring Part-Time Salesperson

We are looking for someone to join the Bushwick Daily team as a part-time sales rep and relationship manager.

Aug 17, 2018 2 min read

News

8 Bushwick Bars to Watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup

The experience of watching live sports with fellow fans and bitter rivals is not to be missed, but with games...

Jun 15, 2018 4 min read

News

Councilmen Espinal is Proposing Legislation to Ban Plastic Straws in Bushwick

The councilmen joins coalition to reduce plastic waste in NYC. Praised by environmental groups, the bill would be enforced by...

May 23, 2018 2 min read

News

NYPD Announces Intense Police Action in Response to Apparent K2 Overdoses in Bushwick

Saturday May 19th, NYPD received several calls about overdoses of synthetic K2 at Myrtle Broadway intersection resulting in at least...

May 22, 2018 3 min read

Arts & Culture

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

The weekends are never long enough, so that's why we've listed a whole workweek of free and cheap events happening...

May 21, 2018 2 min read

Food & Drink

We Tried White Castle’s New Plant Based Slider That ‘Bleeds’

The introduction of a meaty tasting, plant-based option on the White Castle menu, should allow more Bushwick residents to have...

May 16, 2018 2 min read

Arts & Culture

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

The weekends are never long enough, so that's why we've listed a whole workweek of free and cheap events happening...

May 14, 2018 2 min read

Arts & Culture

Elsewhere to Debut Rooftop Venue with a Memorial Day Weekend Party

The space will host a full calendar of weekend music, sunset happy hours, food events and more.

May 11, 2018 1 min read

Community

Bushwick Print Lab to Host Free DIY Silkscreen Event Tonight

Printmakers Anonymous at Bushwick Print Lab: The event will be free and open to the public, it will include refreshments...

May 10, 2018 1 min read

Community

The Department of Sanitation is Opening a Thrift Pop-Up Shop in Bushwick this Weekend

An opportunity to upcycle, recycle and engage with the community.

May 10, 2018 2 min read

News

Bushwick, Meet Your New “Night Mayor”

Last night, the new "night mayor" met an eager crowd at Bushwick's DIY venue, Secret Project Robot.

Mar 27, 2018 2 min read

Community

Eddie’s Bike Shop in Bushwick Is a Great Place to Get Cheap Wheels and Have a Warm Conversation

Go for an affordable bike and stay for the conversation at this locally owned bike shop in Bushwick.

Mar 2, 2018 2 min read

Latest

Voices Unheard: Confronting Voter Suppression and Mobilization in Bushwick

Outrage as Bushwick Nightclub, 3 Dollar Bill, Cancels Eurovision Party over Israeli Singer’s Involvement

Redrawing Lines: How Redistricting Shapes Bushwick’s Future

Bushwick Producer Debuts A Psychological Horror Movie on Apple TV

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

Troutman Street Is About To Get A Lot More Exciting

The Satanic Temple of New York City Invites New Yorkers to Celebrate Sol Invictus at 3 Dollar Bill

Market Hotel Abruptly Cancels Sold Out John Hinckley Show

Sen. Salazar, Other Local Progressives Back Maya Wiley For Mayor

2020 Impact Statement

Demolition Set for Mansion on Bushwick Ave Historic Corridor to Make Way for New Apartment Building

New Bar Farewell and La Window Crêperie Open on Troutman Street

Shut Down by State Liquor Authority, House of Yes is Closed For Now

NYC Suspended 64 Liquor Licenses for COVID-Related Violations in July

UPDATED: NYC Protest & Event Schedule for Today, Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Brooklyn Film Camera & Bushwick Daily Present: Polaroid 600 Camera Giveaway!

UPDATED: NYC Protest Schedule for Today, Tuesday July 1, 2020

Cuomo Extends NY Stay-At-Home Order Until May 28

1 in 5 NYC Residents Tested Positive for COVID-19 Antibodies in Preliminary Statewide Study Results

Paperboy Love Prince Wins Petition Challenge and Will Remain on District 7 Ballot

Elsewhere Space Hosting a Free Virtual Music Festival Tonight

Guide to Local Brooklyn Breweries Offering Delivery During Quarantine

Hospital Ship USNS Comfort Arrives in NYC Harbor

BREAKING: New York will Implement 90-Day Moratorium on Evictions

Bushwick Nightly: The Best Diverse and Intersectional Parties in and Around Bushwick

Madam Empire to Host Art Party In East Williamsburg Tonight

A Second Churro Vendor is in Handcuffs as NYPD Crackdown Continues

Community Leaders Holding a Rally to Protest Gov. Cuomo’s Policing of MTA Today at Noon

Churro Vendor Arrested by NYPD at Broadway Junction

Congresswoman Calls on Bushwick Community to Participate in 2020 Census

Tryin’ to Smash Before V-Day?

Yes, There’s a Board Game to Help You Cope with the L Train Shutdown

Espinal’s Historic Campaign & Why the Special Election for NYC Public Advocate Matters for Bushwick

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick (11.26 – 11.30)

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

East Williamsburg Party Castle Avant Gardner is Hosting elrow for their Last Show of 2018

Bushwick Food Incubator Pilotworks is Shutting Down And 175 Budding Businesses Need A New Home

Meet the Finalists of the ‘Brews and Booze Cocktail Competition’ and Drink For Free All Week

Bushwick Daily is Hiring Part-Time Salesperson

8 Bushwick Bars to Watch the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Councilmen Espinal is Proposing Legislation to Ban Plastic Straws in Bushwick

NYPD Announces Intense Police Action in Response to Apparent K2 Overdoses in Bushwick

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

We Tried White Castle’s New Plant Based Slider That ‘Bleeds’

5 Hot Events Happening This Week in Bushwick

Elsewhere to Debut Rooftop Venue with a Memorial Day Weekend Party

Bushwick Print Lab to Host Free DIY Silkscreen Event Tonight

The Department of Sanitation is Opening a Thrift Pop-Up Shop in Bushwick this Weekend

Bushwick, Meet Your New “Night Mayor”

Eddie’s Bike Shop in Bushwick Is a Great Place to Get Cheap Wheels and Have a Warm Conversation