Brooklyn Today June 22: Will the Gowanus Canal Become the Venice of Brooklyn?
Weather, Brooklyn Borough Hall (NWS): Day 82°, Night 73°, sunny
Send tips to [email protected]. Click here to signup.
Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
THE LEDE: Good morning! Which canal would you prefer: the Gowanus, or those of Venice, Italy? One local group has a plan to make that choice a little less obvious. New mothers in Brooklyn face a growing health problem, and new safety worries emerge as the city’s population ages. Meanwhile,Sunset Park moves into the spotlight, and now that it’s officially summer, it’s time to head to the park to soak up some of the city’s outdoor art. A rouge bus careens through Bushwick, and if you haven’t seen the video, it’s about time you watch. Finally, the Parks Department debuts a new map to help you better appreciate your street trees. We’ll see you again on Friday!
IMPRINT: Harper’s walks a not-so-fine line on its latest cover.