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This Weekend, They’ll ‘Break for Justice’

This Weekend, They’ll ‘Break for Justice’

El Puente’s signature summer annual event hits Maria Hernandez on Saturday. It promises to be a public outlet for art and self expression, by way of break dancing

At Our Wicked Lady, A Local Rock Scene

At Our Wicked Lady, A Local Rock Scene

“They sell genuinely good earplugs”

Step by Step, the City Improves Pedestrian Access to the Ridgewood Reservoir, a Natural Jewel on the Border of Brooklyn and Queens

Step by Step, the City Improves Pedestrian Access to the Ridgewood Reservoir, a Natural Jewel on the Border of Brooklyn and Queens

The Department of Transportation is installing several pedestrian improvements at the intersection of Highland Boulevard and Vermont Place.

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.

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.

Less Than Half of NYC’s ‘Open Streets’ Are Ever Actually Open, Study Finds

Less Than Half of NYC’s ‘Open Streets’ Are Ever Actually Open, Study Finds

NYC’s active Open Streets are mostly in “predominantly white” and “wealthy” neighborhoods, according to the study.

Video Recap: Breakin’ for Justice in Maria Hernandez Park

Video Recap: Breakin’ for Justice in Maria Hernandez Park

El Puente’s “Break for Justice” event returned for its fifth year at Maria Hernandez Park. And the dancers did not disappoint.

Jennifer Gutierrez: Zoning is Not Community Planning

Jennifer Gutierrez: Zoning is Not Community Planning

A local city council candidate makes the case for alternatives to big real estate

The FBI Arrests A Ridgewood Poster

The FBI Arrests A Ridgewood Poster

The right-wing radical in Ridgewood allegedly urged Trump to execute AOC and Nancy Pelosi

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

Community Board 4 Meetings Go Digital As COVID-19 Restrictions Continue

Restaurant 191 Knickerbocker Transforms Itself Into Source For Two Hot Squares a Day

Restaurant 191 Knickerbocker Transforms Itself Into Source For Two Hot Squares a Day

191 Knickerbocker, which prior to the COVID pandemic provided Bushwick with skillfully executed comfort food, has partnered with local organization Noise Church to help residents in need.

No L Train Service from Lorimer to Broadway Junction on Upcoming Weekends and Weekday Nights

No L Train Service from Lorimer to Broadway Junction on Upcoming Weekends and Weekday Nights

Sustainable Mini Shop Brings an Ethical, Accessible, and Inclusive Alternative to NYFW

Sustainable Mini Shop Brings an Ethical, Accessible, and Inclusive Alternative to NYFW

“The fashion industry is the perfect microscope for examining trade policy, environmental racism, labor rights, and human rights.”

Z-Line Poetry: “Madre America”

Z-Line Poetry: “Madre America”

Our OG Bushwick poet comes back for our third installment.

Atlas Engine Shares Ethereal New Single “Running”

Atlas Engine Shares Ethereal New Single “Running”

The East Williamsburg-based songwriter tackles themes of early adulthood ambivalence against a luscious sonic backdrop.

No L Train Service After Midnight From Lorimer to Broadway Junction for 9 Weeks

No L Train Service After Midnight From Lorimer to Broadway Junction for 9 Weeks

The L train project is kicking in with overnight work.

Community-Based Project will  Research the Impacts of Cleaning Supplies on Latinx Domestic Workers

Community-Based Project will Research the Impacts of Cleaning Supplies on Latinx Domestic Workers

Lack of health insurance, coupled with harmful chemical products, only serve to create a potentially life-threatening work environment.

Local Lo-Fi Band Back With Fourth Album

Local Lo-Fi Band Back With Fourth Album

After three back-to-back hit records, Petite League releases a new album after a two-year hiatus

The Z-Line Poetry’s Second Installment of Local Writers Is here!

The Z-Line Poetry’s Second Installment of Local Writers Is here!

We are now accepting poetry submissions for our July edition!

There’s a Website That Tells You If the L Train Is Running, and Nothing Else

There’s a Website That Tells You If the L Train Is Running, and Nothing Else

In case you wanted to know how your commute is going to go before heading out into the world.

There Will Be No Weekend L Train Shutdowns in December Because the MTA is Feeling the Holiday Spirit

There Will Be No Weekend L Train Shutdowns in December Because the MTA is Feeling the Holiday Spirit

Visit friends, do some holiday shopping and just live your life this December.

There’s An Official Shutdown Date For The Upcoming L-Pocalypse

There’s An Official Shutdown Date For The Upcoming L-Pocalypse

Indigenous Peoples Day Event Message: “Don’t Feel Guilty, Take Action”

Indigenous Peoples Day Event Message: “Don’t Feel Guilty, Take Action”

Local Legislators Team Up With Tech Startup To Legalize Electronic Scooters In NYC

Local Legislators Team Up With Tech Startup To Legalize Electronic Scooters In NYC

The scooters are supposed to help take burden off the MTA system in lieu of the upcoming L train shutdown.

There Will Be No Weekend L Trains Throughout All Of October

There Will Be No Weekend L Trains Throughout All Of October

Get ready to start mapping out your weekend plans.

SpikedSeltzer Will Be Giving Out Bikes To Help Residents Ride Out The L Train Shutdown

SpikedSeltzer Will Be Giving Out Bikes To Help Residents Ride Out The L Train Shutdown

The L-pocalypse will begin April of 2019 and many North Brooklyn residents will have to find transportation alternatives.

Luxury L Train Shutdown Alternative Takes an ‘L’ from Transit Advocates

Luxury L Train Shutdown Alternative Takes an ‘L’ from Transit Advocates

The luxury service wants to function like a privatized version of the L train, however it may be out of reach for many Bushwick residents.

A Littler Italy: Carmenta’s Italian Specialties is Not Your Typical Corner Deli

A Littler Italy: Carmenta’s Italian Specialties is Not Your Typical Corner Deli

Kate Henry When one thinks of Bushwick, the words “graffiti” or “hipsters” probably come to mind. When one thinks of food in the neighborhood, quite a few pizza places, authentic taco spots, solid bodega sammies, and a variety of cuisines in between may make your mouth water.  While yes, the neighborhood has a plethora of […]

Worried About the L Shutdown? Then Hop on the Bike Train

Worried About the L Shutdown? Then Hop on the Bike Train

This group ride into work will get your protest-juices pumping.

Updated: M Trains Are Running Again After a Man Sitting on Tracks Stopped Service

Updated: M Trains Are Running Again After a Man Sitting on Tracks Stopped Service

You’ll be late for work AGAIN.

How to Get Around During the M Train Shutdown This Summer

How to Get Around During the M Train Shutdown This Summer

Council Member Espinal Wants to See Electric Buses Become the Norm

Council Member Espinal Wants to See Electric Buses Become the Norm

What are our eco-conscious transit options when the L train goes out of commission?

The MTA Announces More ‘FASTRACK’ Repairs on the L Train for the Next Two Weeks

The MTA Announces More ‘FASTRACK’ Repairs on the L Train for the Next Two Weeks

There will be no weeknight service between Lorimer and Broadway Junction.

Residents Facing MTA “Relocation” Meet to Share Concerns

Residents Facing MTA “Relocation” Meet to Share Concerns

Bushwick community members who occupy twenty-six apartments on the triangular block adjacent to the Myrtle Ave-Broadway station on the J, M and Z trains and who discovered last week that M train work will necessitate that they leave their homes for a definite 6-10 months and possibly much longer met Wednesday night to share their experiences and consider plans of action

L Train Straphangers Propose Additional East River Tunnel to Prevent Years-Long Service Outage

L Train Straphangers Propose Additional East River Tunnel to Prevent Years-Long Service Outage

L train-dependent Brooklyn residents, business owners and officials met in Williamsburg Wednesday night to grapple with the paucity of L train service alternatives

The L Train Shutdown Meeting: Riders and Businesses Are Frustrated by the Lack of Explanation from the MTA

The L Train Shutdown Meeting: Riders and Businesses Are Frustrated by the Lack of Explanation from the MTA

Today at 11AM, the community of local business owners, commuters, organizations, elected officials and concerned citizens met at Williamsburg’s Brooklyn Bowl to discuss the impact of the possible long-term L train shutdown