Black History Month 2026 kicks off to a standing room only crowd
‘Forget right and left … remember right from wrong’ Opening remarks at Monday’s ceremony included commentary from Hon.…
Drummer Liberty DeVitto on his decades-long tenure with Billy Joel
PROSPECT HEIGHTS — One would never guess that the unassuming, down-to-earth Liberty DeVitto once sat in the drum…
Juliet Howard holds induction ceremony
High praise Rodneyse Bichotte Hermelyn, Brooklyn Democratic Party chair and assemblymember, said it’s been a privilege knowing Howard…
153-year-old Brooklyn yacht club provides venue for BBCA
From left: Irina Khlevner, Donald Cranston, Michael Trotta, officers of the 63rd Precinct, Sal Calise, Michael Benjamin and…
The ‘People’s Playground,’ Coney Island, finally gets a BID
‘Millions of people from all over the five boroughs, the state, tri-state area and the world come to…
‘Home Alone’ in concert breathes new life into holiday favorite
BYC founder and artistic director: ‘I believe these kinds of concerts really elevate the medium of the film…
Judge Matthew D’Emic entertains locals at Brooklyn pub
BAY RIDGE — Hon. Matthew D’Emic, administrative judge for Criminal Matters in the Kings County Supreme Court, performed…
Janice Chen inducted as judge of New York City Civil Court
True mentors Speakers at the induction included Hon. Genine Edwards, Hon. Kathy King, Hon. Neil Jon Firetog, Hon.…
Arrabito inducted as Kings County Civil Court judge
Dominic Famulari, the first speaker of the afternoon, said that Arrabito will be a credit to the bench.…
Kings County Criminal Bar’s holiday get-together
KCCBA President Michael Sheinberg, who has been a part of the organization for decades, said one can make…
Madison High — iconic Brooklyn school — turns 100
MIDWOOD — James Madison High School, the educational institution with an accomplished list of well-known alumni across politics,…
Brooklyn ‘Climate Pitch’ contest highlights five startup companies
DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN — The “Make it in Brooklyn Climate Tech Pitch Contest” showcased five Brooklyn-based start-ups addressing climate…