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The Brooklyn Firefly will open at the Third Avenue site formerly occupied by the Yellow Hook Grille. Eagle photo by Paula Katinas

New restaurant to open at Yellow Hook Grille site

When the Yellow Hook Grille closed its doors for good in April, Bay Ridge business leaders lamented the loss of the popular bar-restaurant on Third Avenue. But a new eatery is set to open up at the site, according to a real estate firm. … Full Article

The Bella Voce Singers performed at the 2014 Summer Stroll. Eagle file photo by Paula Katinas

Fifth Annual Summer Stroll starts July 15

A series of events organized by a leading business group to lure shoppers to one of Bay Ridge’s premiere shopping strips is returning for another go-round this summer. … Full Article

U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan says “jails are not de facto mental health clinics.” Photo courtesy of Donovan’s office.

Donovan predicts House bill will help mentally ill

A bill passed by the House of Representatives last week to reform the country’s mental health programs will go a long way toward helping those who are ill, U.S. Rep. Dan Donovan predicted. … Full Article

Amrit Hingorani received his medallion at a ceremony in Washington D.C. Photo courtesy of Renu Hingorani

Bay Ridge student is Presidential Scholar

Talk about a great graduation present! Amrit Hingorani, a Bay Ridge resident who recently graduated from Stuyvesant High School, made a trip to Washington, D.C., but he wasn’t there just to see the Lincoln Memorial. … Full Article

Executive VP Anthony Grigos says the Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union is working on emergency measures. Photo courtesy of Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union

Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union execs plan for ‘unthinkable situations’

Executives at the Bay Ridge Federal Credit Union said they’re not waiting for a terrorist attack or some other disaster to strike in order to prepare for emergencies. … Full Article

Students and teachers worked closely together to bring the tribute to life. Photos courtesy of Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn

Adelphi students end school year with Beatles revue

At Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn, they believe “All You Need Is Love.” Students and teachers ended the 2015-2016 school year with “A Beatles Musical Revue,” a loving tribute to John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison and Ringo Starr. … Full Article