At a March forum regarding proposals for LICH, Cobble Hill Association member/Homer’s cousin Jeff Strabone declared, “If we lose this hospital, people will die.” Not even a week since LICH ceased functioning as a full hospital that prediction has sadly come true. While it remains to be seen how direct the connection between the LICH […]
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BPL’s Nachowitz, Skrodelis and Woloch Discuss Brooklyn Heights Library Plans
The BHB recently sat down with senior management of the Brooklyn Public Library to discuss how plans to sell the site of the Brooklyn Heights branch library to an as yet unnamed developer are evolving amid many variables, not the least of which is community concern about the project’s impact on its Cadman Plaza neighborhood. […]
Peebles Choice: Full Hospital at LICH Down for the Count As Developer Triumphs
Emergency services and an ambulatory unit will be all that remains at Long Island College Hospital as Judge Johnny Lee Baynes gave the green light to a deal between SUNY and Peebles Corporation for a mixed used complex there. Emergency services will continue there until May 27 under the auspices of North Shore-LIJ who have […]
Danylo Rakowsky, Brooklyn Heights Resident, Inducted into NYS Senate’s Veterans Hall of Fame
Brooklyn Heights resident/Iraq and Afghanistan veteran Danylo Rakowsky has been inducted into the NYS Senate’s Veterans Hall of Fame. Rakowsky has been an active advocate for veteran’s rights including leading the charge to untangle the mysteries of tax breaks for vets last year: DNA Info: The confusion has frustrated veterans including Danylo Rakowsky, 31, a […]
NYS Assemblymember Joan Millman Will Not Seek Reelection
Assemblymember Joan Millman, who has served AD 52 for 17 years, announced yesterday that she will not seek reelection. She will be taking a position at the New York City Department for the Aging, the Brooklyn Eagle reports. Brooklyn Eagle: “It has been my great pleasure to represent our communities in the State Assembly for […]
#SaveLICH: Ambulance Diversions Set to Begin Thursday
As the drama at Long Island College Hospital continues to unfold, ambulances will start being diverted to other hospitals starting Thursday (5/15).
Freaky Looking Helicopter Drone Camera Thingy Will Survey Governor’s Island
Notify NYC let us know that a low flying drone will buzzing around near Brooklyn Heights today and tomorrow (5/14), so don’t freak out:
Local Resident Uses Savvy & Social Media to Fight BBP Housing Plan
In response to newly revised plans for affordable housing in Brooklyn Bridge Park, one Brooklyn Heights resident is using her city government experience as well as social media to rally opposition for proposed development at BBP’s Pier 6. Lori Schomp, who recently left city employment to pursue a masters degree in public health, is leading […]
NYPL About Face on 42nd Street May Impact Brooklyn Heights Library
The New York Times reported Wednesday that due to public opposition as well as spiraling costs, the New York Public Library will not undertake a massive renovation of its flagship headquarters at 42nd Street. The NYPL’s decision will likely have impact throughout the city, particularly in relation to the Brooklyn Public Library’s controversial proposal to […]
Where Would You Tell a Friend on Jury Duty to Have Lunch in the Brooklyn Heights Area?
Picture this: A friend of yours is on jury duty in Downtown Brooklyn. They know you live in “tony” Brooklyn Heights and its “world famous” main drag, Montague Street. So, where can a guy or gal get a nice bite to eat in that hour or so “the man” gives you during jury duty? What’s […]
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