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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.

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.

The Coalition Against Family Violence Will be Revealing a Mural in Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on October 29

The Coalition Against Family Violence Will be Revealing a Mural in Honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month on October 29

To attend the day-long event filled with music, presentations, a graduation ceremony and the mural reveal, be sure to RSVP.

Resources for Domestic Violence Survivors Living in Bushwick and Beyond

Resources for Domestic Violence Survivors Living in Bushwick and Beyond

A directory for finding support, counseling and alternatives to police for survivors of domestic violence.

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.

New Ridgewood Gallery Opens in an Unexpected Space

New Ridgewood Gallery Opens in an Unexpected Space

“Part of the idea is to create opportunity, in some small measure, for artists.”

$27 Million in Hurricane Ida Aid Made Available for Undocumented New Yorkers

$27 Million in Hurricane Ida Aid Made Available for Undocumented New Yorkers

Nearly a month after the storm, Hurricane Ida relief has been made available for undocumented New Yorkers who do not qualify for FEMA assistance.

The Amateur Astronomers Association Holds Annual Fall Starfest to Share the ‘Beauty of the Universe’

The Amateur Astronomers Association Holds Annual Fall Starfest to Share the ‘Beauty of the Universe’

Attendees at Evergreens Cemetery were able to view Jupiter’s moons, Saturn’s rings, and our moon’s craters among other astronomical objects, and you can too!

Friday Fast Fact: Bushwick Ranks as Higher Risk on Heat Vulnerability Index

Friday Fast Fact: Bushwick Ranks as Higher Risk on Heat Vulnerability Index

Based on factors like poverty levels, green space and air conditioner ownership, Bushwick and a number of other city neighborhoods are more vulnerable than others to the effects of extreme heat.

Community Gardens Are Reopening, and They Need Dedicated Volunteers

Community Gardens Are Reopening, and They Need Dedicated Volunteers

Look up and support your local community garden in providing sustenance and critical green space.

So You Want to Volunteer? Here Is a List of Bushwick Organizations That Need Your Help

So You Want to Volunteer? Here Is a List of Bushwick Organizations That Need Your Help

An ever-evolving list of Bushwick organizations that are actively in need of volunteers.

Rent for ‘Affordable’ Housing Units Rising With Increasing  Median Income

Rent for ‘Affordable’ Housing Units Rising With Increasing Median Income

Jennifer Gutierrez, the Democratic nominee for City Council member of District 34, says “affordability” does not line up with the income of Bushwick residents.

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.

New Esports Venue Opens in Bushwick

New Esports Venue Opens in Bushwick

The space features an arena, full kitchen and bar, and nearly any game you could want.

Councilman Robert Holden Edges Progressive Newcomer Juan Ardila in 30th District, Bringing End to Tumultuous Race

Councilman Robert Holden Edges Progressive Newcomer Juan Ardila in 30th District, Bringing End to Tumultuous Race

Juan Ardila, the 27-year-old progressive, came up roughly 500 votes shy against incumbent Councilman Robert Holden, with roughly 46 percent of the vote according to early tallies. Ardila hasn’t yet conceded.

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.

Darma The Developer?

Darma The Developer?

As the election tightens, big real estate is dumping money into local city council races

Bushwick: Vaccinated And Ready To Travel

Bushwick: Vaccinated And Ready To Travel

Locals tell us they’re making plans for the first time in over a year

A Day After ‘Roadway Dining’ Closed For A Snowstorm, Cuomo Opens Indoor Dining To 35%

A Day After ‘Roadway Dining’ Closed For A Snowstorm, Cuomo Opens Indoor Dining To 35%

Here Comes Myrtle Point: Ridgewood’s New Tower To Be Its Tallest

Here Comes Myrtle Point: Ridgewood’s New Tower To Be Its Tallest

‘They can no longer keep up with the rent. You’ve seen Myrtle Avenue, it’s all empty, it’s all for rent.’

While Treading Water In A Pandemic, The Deep End Keeps A Community Afloat

While Treading Water In A Pandemic, The Deep End Keeps A Community Afloat

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

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 the subject of several movements to receive historic landmark designation

Local Organization to Unveil a New Mural and Raise Funds for Bushwick Mutual Aid this Labor Day

Local Organization to Unveil a New Mural and Raise Funds for Bushwick Mutual Aid this Labor Day

New Bar Offers Beer, Art, Shuffleboard and Just a Touch of Dystopia

New Bar Offers Beer, Art, Shuffleboard and Just a Touch of Dystopia

Prevent Another Outbreak: Coronavirus Testing Centers in Your Neighborhood

Prevent Another Outbreak: Coronavirus Testing Centers in Your Neighborhood

Coronavirus numbers are dropping, let’s keep it that way. Get tested to protect your neighbors and stop the spread.

Bushwick Mutual Aid Feeds Over 2,ooo  During Coronavirus Pandemic

Bushwick Mutual Aid Feeds Over 2,ooo During Coronavirus Pandemic

Op-Ed: All I Want for Mother’s Day is ‘Relief for All’

Op-Ed: All I Want for Mother’s Day is ‘Relief for All’

Jessica Franco is a small homeowner living in Cypress Hills and the Director of Community Affairs for New York State Senator Julia Salazar.

Best Shows Happening This Week In And Around Bushwick

Best Shows Happening This Week In And Around Bushwick

Check out these great gigs happening at Alphaville, The Broadway, Trans-Pecos, and Our Wicked Lady!

Bushwick Will See the Highest Number of New Apartments in NYC, Study Shows

Bushwick Will See the Highest Number of New Apartments in NYC, Study Shows

An additional 1,103 apartments are coming to Bushwick in 2019.

Beloved Ridgewood Bar and Music Venue Struggles with Landlord’s Negligence

Beloved Ridgewood Bar and Music Venue Struggles with Landlord’s Negligence

Bushwick Nightly: The Best PoC-Centered and LGBTQ+ Parties to Catch in and Around Bushwick

Bushwick Nightly: The Best PoC-Centered and LGBTQ+ Parties to Catch in and Around Bushwick

Comedians and Cyclists Are Hosting a Free Stand-up Comedy Benefit at Bushwick Bike Shop

Comedians and Cyclists Are Hosting a Free Stand-up Comedy Benefit at Bushwick Bike Shop

After 15 bicyclists died this year, locals are raising awareness and funds.

Community Members Fight for New Bus Stop at Ridgewood Reservoir

Community Members Fight for New Bus Stop at Ridgewood Reservoir

Celebrating Local Heritage, Bushwick’s First Official Puerto Rican Day Parade Was a Success

Celebrating Local Heritage, Bushwick’s First Official Puerto Rican Day Parade Was a Success

Abe’s Pagoda Bar Brings Tiki-Inspired Drinks to Bushwick

Abe’s Pagoda Bar Brings Tiki-Inspired Drinks to Bushwick

The bar serves tiki cocktails, frozen drinks, and a late night food menu.