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Alternate Side Parking Regulations Suspended in Clinton Hill

Published by arZan May 6th, 2009 in Neighborhood and Streets and Parking. Closed

This has to be some of the best news in a long time for the neighborhood.   Alternate Side Parking Regulations Suspended in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Starting May 18 for Six to Eight Weeks as DOT Posts New, Reduced Street-Cleaning Restrictions Release # 09-020 Suspension is the first of three phases for […]



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Polish Bar of Brooklyn: Horrible Customer Service

Published by arZan March 9th, 2009 in Issues and Neighborhood. 4 Comments

My wife went in for a touch up to her extended nails. The owner Tricialee Riley told her that the nail extensions needed to be replaced and that she would offer them at the removal and the new set at 50% off. She asked my wife to come in yesterday and get her old extensions […]



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NYTimes Introduces a Local Clinton Hill Blog

Published by arZan March 5th, 2009 in Blog and Neighborhood. Closed

The NYTimes introduces a local Fort Greene-Clinton Hill blog. This is a testament to our neighborhood getting its own seat of prominence. So, without wasting time, hop on over.



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FreshDirect Now in BedStuy too

Published by arZan April 17th, 2008 in Food Markets and Neighborhood. 1 Comment

An email pops in today from Reaghan Roper at MWW Group. It is a press release. This was in response to my post about FreshDirect [1] [2]. One of criticism was that FreshDirect was selective in which neighborhoods it delivers to. And the press release continues to say Leading Online Grocer Now Delivering to Residents […]



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Brooklyn Flea Starts Today

Published by arZan April 6th, 2008 in Food Markets, Neighborhood and Streets. 2 Comments

Today was the first Sunday of the Brooklyn Flea for the year 2008. Brooklyn Flea is a flea market that meets every Sunday at Lafayette Avenue at the corner of Cleremont in Clinton Hill. From the pictures below you will see that the fair was packed today, the gusty winds not withstanding. BrooklynFlea.com is the […]



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Join the Junior League of Brooklyn

Published by arZan January 10th, 2008 in Neighborhood. Closed

Do you love Brooklyn? Do you want to help make it better? Join the Junior League of Brooklyn This is a press release from the Junior League of Brooklyn The Junior League of Brooklyn has been serving the needs of women and children for over 97 years. We are a 100% volunteer-run, non-profit organization of […]



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Food Co-op in Clinton Hill Could Become a Reality

Published by arZan December 31st, 2007 in Food Markets and Neighborhood. Closed

Via Brownstoner I came across a new blog set up by people who are interested in starting a Food Co-op in Fort Greene/Clinton Hill. Check out the blog and sign up if you are interested.



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Safe City and Jail Nightmares

Published by arZan December 27th, 2007 in Issues and Neighborhood. Closed

Just this week NYC announced that crime is down to a record low in 17 years and how the city has evolved into a really safe city. Now that statement has to be taken with a pinch of salt. Yes murders and killings may be down but regular vandalism is not. Ask any car owning […]



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CH Tour This Sunday

Published by arZan May 4th, 2007 in Buildings and Neighborhood. Closed

From the Society for Clinton Hill THE 2007 HOUSE TOUR A unique opportunity to see 12 marvelous private homes, apartments, and private spaces in several public institutions. Learn more about the neighborhood, its architectural history, and surprising interiors. Get ideas for your own projects and appreciate the blending of art, architecture, interior design, and creative […]



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Cambodia On My Mind at Smooch

Published by arZan April 9th, 2007 in Art, Neighborhood and Photographs. Closed

Cambodia On My Mind: Photographs by Amir Ebrahimi is a photo exhibition going on at Smooch. “Cambo on my mind” is a series of images taken while visiting my brother in Cambodia the summer of 2006. My brother, Nader Ebrahimi, has been a huge influence in my life. My move from San Francisco to New […]



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  • Goodbye, The Local. Hello, The Nabe May 15, 2013
    After four years of work in Fort Greene and Clinton Hill, this is the last week of publication at The Local. But there's a fresh start over at The Nabe.
  • The Day: Citi Bike Memberships, Bike Basics and Credit Repair May 15, 2013
    In today's Fort Greene and Clinton Hill morning news wrap get info on Citi Bike, cycling classes and Council Member Letitia James' credit cleaning event.
  • The Day: BAM for Kids and the Art of Brooklyn Film Festival May 14, 2013
    Get news about Fort Greene and Clinton Hill in our daily roundup, including the Brooklyn Academy of Music's summer slate of youth-oriented programs and the third annual Art of Brooklyn Film Festival coming to St. Joseph's College in Clinton Hill.
  • The Day: Artisan Market, Pratt Exhibition and a Recording Studio May 13, 2013
    In today's daily post, you'll find news on the spring opening of the Fort Greene Artisan Market, a Pratt Institute student artwork display at a Gagosian Gallery in Manhattan and a new recording studio in the nabe.
  • Crime Report: A Deli Theft, Unauthorized Bank Activity and Home Burglaries May 10, 2013
    In this crime report, locals told police that their belongings were stolen from cars and trucks, their homes were burglarized and their bank accounts were used in unauthorized ways. Also, disputes between significant others resulted in violence and robberies last week. The trend of robberies on the B38 bus continued last week, with another incident […]

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  • Friday Blogwrap January 30, 2015
    Food Co-op Slated to Open at 825 Caton Avenue in March [DPC] Two-Story Building for Sale on 4th Avenue Has Nine-Story Construction Plans [South Slope News] Checking in on Long-Stalled Construction at 337 Degraw Street [PMFA] Overcrowding at P.S. 176 Prompts DOE to Lease New Building, Rezone [Bean] Please Sign Petition for Zoning Study to Begin [Q Parkside] Pols […]
  • Closing Bell: Tenants’ Rights Forum Next Week in Brownsville January 30, 2015
    If you’re confused about rent stabilization, Section 8 housing, or any of your legal rights as a tenant, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is hosting a forum next month in Brownsville to answer your questions. HPD reps will also discuss housing code violations, NYCHA housing, bed bugs, rent protections for seniors and […]
  • Building of the Day: 21-27 North Oxford Street January 30, 2015
    Brooklyn, one building at a time. Name: Former bakery, now empty? Address: 21-27 North Oxford Street Cross Streets: Flushing and Park Avenues Neighborhood: Fort Greene (Wallabout) Year Built: Early 20th century Architectural Style: Brick 19th century style factory Architect: Unknown Landmarked: No The story: South Oxford Street turns into North Oxford when it crosses Myrtle […]
  • Rudy’s Barbershop Opens in Historic Bank on Grand Street in Williamsburg January 30, 2015
    The retail space in the old North Side Savings Bank — designed by architect Theobald Engelhardt in 1889 — at 33-35 Grand Street is empty no more. Rudy’s Barbershop opened December 11, a spokeswoman let us know. Before that, the Seattle-based firm had a popup shop there from November of 2013 to July 2014. That […]
  • Open House Picks January 30, 2015
    Boerum Hill 60 Dean Street Broker: Corcoran Price: $3,999,000 Sunday 12:00 – 2:00 GMAP Park Slope 593 3rd Street Broker: Brown Harris Stevens Price: $3,750,000 Sunday 12:30 – 2:00 GMAP Bed Stuy 277 Skillman Street Broker: Urban Compass Price: $1,325,000 Saturday 2:15 – 3:30 GMAP Bed Stuy 243 Howard Avenue Broker: Corcoran Price: $1,199,000 Sunday 12:00 – […]



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