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Pennsylvania man arrested in fatal hit-run collision

An arrest was made in the fatal hit-and-run that killed 42-year-old Pascual Tziquin in Bensonhurst.

NYC politics

Bensonhurst shelter plan on hold for now

The proposal to build a homeless shelter in Bensonhurst has been paused, with no immediate plans confirmed.

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NYC food

PREMIUM Bari Pork Store officially closes, State Sen. Chan holds thank you ceremony

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

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Beloved Italian Institution To Close After 55-Year Run In Brooklyn

NYC food

PREMIUM Bari Pork Store officially closes, State Sen. Chan holds thank you ceremony

fromBrooklyn, NY Patch

Beloved Italian Institution To Close After 55-Year Run In Brooklyn

Bari Pork Store, a staple in Bensonhurst for over 50 years, will close due to increasing operating costs and declining customer traffic.

22-year-old Man Stabbed at Seth Low Playground After Parental Safety Concerns

A 22-year-old was stabbed multiple times in a Manhattan park amidst concerns over safety raised by local parents and officials.

How Bensonhurst Got Its Name

New Utrecht's historical roots originated from early Dutch land transactions, deeply influencing the development of present-day Bensonhurst.

fromNew York Post

Exclusive | Brooklyn pork store's closure after 55 years underscores sad exodus of beloved Italian mainstays: 'We didn't leave you - you left us'

Bari Pork Store, a beloved Italian market in Bensonhurst, is closing after 55 years due to declining customers and rising operational costs.

PREMIUM Operator of SAS Italian Records reacts to closing of store

SAS Italian Records is closing after nearly 60 years, with owner Silvana Conte expressing deep emotional ties to the store.

fromBrooklyn Paper

Bari Pork Store, longtime Bensonhurst Italian staple, to close after 55 years * Brooklyn Paper

Bari Pork Store, a beloved Italian deli in Bensonhurst, is closing on June 30 due to rising costs and changing neighborhood dynamics.

Longtime Bensonhurst pork store to shutter this month

Bari Pork Store's closure highlights a broader trend in Brooklyn as Italian businesses struggle against rising costs and diminishing local patronage.

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NYC music

SAS Italian Records in Bensonhurst set to close after 58 years

SAS Italian Records in Bensonhurst is permanently closing after nearly 60 years, with a storewide closing sale and community support for the owners.

NYC LGBT

Street named in honor of community activist Don Lee

Community activist Don Lee honored with street co-naming in Brooklyn following his passing, recognizing his significant contributions to local residents.

Man Accused of Slashing Four Nieces in Bensonhurst

A man has been charged for slashing his four nieces with a meat cleaver in Bensonhurst.

State Assembly holds events marking Chinese-American work on the Transcontinental Railroad

A celebration to honor Chinese-American railroad workers will be held on May 10, coinciding with the Transcontinental Railroad's 156th anniversary.

Assemblymember Colton aims to introduce a resolution recognizing the contributions of Chinese immigrants in the railroad's construction.

St. Dominic Church restores vandalized statues

St. Dominic Church in Bensonhurst replaces vandalized statues with new ones after community support.

NYC LGBT

Shalom Dragon Festival celebrates solidarity between Brooklyn's Jewish and Asian communities

The Shalom Dragon Family Festival highlighted the blending of Jewish and AAPI cultures, showcasing community solidarity and resilience.

Man dies weeks after car crash

A 61-year-old man, Behcet Deluoglu, has died from injuries sustained in a car crash in Bensonhurst earlier this month, according to the NYPD.

Brooklyn

Elected officials team up with schools for Earth Day cleanup at Seth Low Park

I have long sponsored local events like this one, because I believe they not only help improve the quality of life for the people who live in the area, but also because I believe they teach important lessons about the importance of working together toward a common goal that enhances everyone's day-to-day life.

Environment

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Brooklyn

Three Men Arrested For Bensonhurst Sewer Break-in

Brooklyn

Crooks break into Bensonhurst home, steal cash

Brooklyn

Three Men Arrested For Bensonhurst Sewer Break-in

Brooklyn

Crooks break into Bensonhurst home, steal cash

Cops arrest trio for Bensonhurst sewer break-in, fourth suspect remains at large * Brooklyn Paper

Three men arrested for burglary after climbing into a sewer, one suspect still at large.