Tag Archive | "DUMBO"

VIDEO – Brooklyn Bug Biters

Monday, May 17, 2010

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Dennis considers himself a “bug chef.” He founded the organization “Insects are Food,” in 2009 and he is one of the leading proponents of eating insects.

Road Work Ahead for DUMBO

Tuesday, May 11, 2010

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Construction has begun on street and bridge renovations that will ultimately see the Brooklyn Bridge repainted and resurfaced, while the Manhattan Bridge receives new suspension cables. The road work to support bridge construction will be done primarily on Water Street and Washington Street and is expected to wrap up during summer 2011. Meanwhile, heavy traffic is [...]

Agreement on its way for Brooklyn Heights chopper problem

Thursday, April 15, 2010

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The Economic Development Corporation told WPIX that it is in the process of creating a plan to deal with the helicopter traffic over Brooklyn Heights and DUMBO.  Tourist and commuter flights have caused noise complaints from residents over recent months. Share

Pedestrian Hit in DUMBO

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

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A commercial van hit a pedestrian just before 9 a.m. at the intersection of Front and Washington Sts. in DUMBO this morning. Details are still developing at Brownstoner. Share

In violation of new zoning rules, Dumbo building owner dismantles top floors

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

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Brownstoner.com reported that the top five floors of the property at 53 Bridge Street in Dumbo appear to be coming down. The Brooklyn Ink confirmed that these top floors, added on by its owner in 2005, are being dismantled in response to a take-down order from the NYC Department of Buildings. New zoning [...]

Rick Moody Comments on Twitter Story’s Success & Backlash

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

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On Day 3 of a Brooklyn literary outlet's experiment in Twitter micro-publishing, the Ink speaks with author Rick Moody and publisher Andy Hunter of Electric Literature.

Audio Postcard from Gleason’s Gym

Monday, October 26, 2009

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The legendary Gleason’s Gym has been in DUMBO since 1984. In that time, it’s seen the neighborhood flourish around it, while still maintaining it’s gritty, classic style. Ishita Singh sends this audio postcard from the gym floor. [Audio clip: view full post to listen] Share

New Galleries Diversify DUMBO’s Art Scene

Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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Lower rents in Brooklyn has caused an influx of galleries to DUMBO over the past few months. A deeper look into the neighborhood's diversified art scene.

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