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From left: John Alexander, state Sen. Marty Golden, Walter Ochoa and Brian Chin. Eagle photos by Arthur De Gaeta

St. Nicholas Home hosts annual board of directors Christmas banquet

The St. Nicholas Home, a nonprofit interdenominational residence for elderly individuals in Bay Ridge, hosted its annual board of directors’ Christmas Banquet on Wednesday, Dec. 6. … Full Article
 
Margaret Stanton has wanted to host an event like Breakfast with Santa for the last 17 years, she said. She finally got her chance now that she’s president of the Bay Ridge Lawyers Association, which hosted nearly 50 kids from Bay Ridge last Saturday. Eagle photos by Rob Abruzzese

Bay Ridge Lawyers Association hosts breakfast with Santa at Fort Hamilton army base

The Bay Ridge Lawyers Association (BRLA) hosted its inaugural Breakfast with Santa at the Fort Hamilton Community Club in Bay Ridge on Saturday, Dec. 2. Members, their families and friends all brought their kids as they shared a breakfast and then got to meet Santa Claus. … Full Article
 
Veterans gather at American Veterans Memorial Pier to honor the soldiers who served at Pearl Harbor. Eagle photos by Arthur De Gaeta

Bay Ridge remembers Pearl Harbor

A small group of dedicated Bay Ridge veterans and local civic leaders braved the cold on Thursday for an emotional wreath-laying ceremony on the 76th anniversary of the Pearl Harbor attack. … Full Article
 
Student Advisory Board members Regina Levy, Arber Kadiu and Ania John (left to right) display some of the many toys that were donated to the school’s Holiday Toy Drive. Photos courtesy of Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn

For Adelphi students, holiday season is time of service

The holiday season is a busy time at Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, but students aren’t just thinking of presents under the Christmas tree. … Full Article
 
Fran Vella-Marrone, president of the Dyker Heights Civic Association, is busy planning for the organization’s big meeting on Tuesday, when members will be bringing donations for the Toys for Tots charity drive. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

There’s lots of holiday happenings in Dyker Heights

Dyker Heights is famous the world over for the gigantic Christmas decorations gracing the front lawns of local homeowners and the crowds of tourists who flock to the neighborhood each December to the bright lights. … Full Article
 
The graduation rate of Brooklyn residents at Brooklyn College is 56 percent, according to the study. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Study finds low grad rates for Brooklyn public college students

Brooklyn residents who enroll in public colleges in the borough have low graduation rates, according to an alarming new report from the Center for an Urban Future, a think tank based in Manhattan that studies ways to reduce economic inequality through changes in public policy. … Full Article
 
Members of the Salaam Club of New York at the 72nd Annual Holiday Gala. Eagle photos by Arthur De Gaeta

Proud Heritage: Brooklyn’s Salaam Club celebrates charity, fellowship at holiday gala

The Salaam Club of New York held its 72nd Annual Holiday Gala on Saturday, a lavish event that brought together community leaders, clergy, club members and their guests. … Full Article
 
The quiet area of Bay Ridge located on Colonial Road between 89th and 90th streets will be bustling with activity when the Dept. of Design and Construction begins replacing the water main as part of a multi-faceted, multi-million project taking place in several Brooklyn neighborhoods. Eagle photo by Paula Katinas

Get ready for noise, dust, parking space shortages

You’re getting new water mains, Brooklyn. But you’ll have to put up with a lot of construction noises, clouds of dust, water turn-offs and the temporary loss of on-street parking spaces in the meantime. … Full Article
 
Mayor Bill de Blasio recalled his 25-year friendship with Arthur Aidala. Photo by Gonzalo Morroquin

Fox News stars, de Blasio celebrate Aidala’s birthday

Stars of politics and TV came out to help superstar lawyer Arthur Aidala celebrate a milestone birthday and the Brooklyn-born birthday boy reveled in the spotlight. Aidala, founding partner of the Aidala, Bertuna & Kamins law firm, hit the big 5-0, turning 50 years old on Dec. 1. … Full Article
 
Democrat Ross Barkan says his multifaceted plan will help improve the lives of senior citizens. Photo courtesy of Barkan campaign

Bay Ridge senate candidate says senior citizens are at risk

There is a lot that New York state could be doing to make life easier for senior citizens who are struggling to make ends meet, according to a candidate running for Bay Ridge’s State Senate seat. … Full Article
 

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