#greenpoint

#greenpoint

BROOKLYN, NY - A 65-year-old man was attacked and robbed Sunday night in Greenpoint after a suspect shoved him to the ground and stole his bag before fleeing the scene. The assault occurred around 10:08 p.m. in front of 1055 Manhattan Avenue. Police said an unidentified man approached the victim, forced him to the ground, and snatched his crossbody bag, which contained U.S. currency and bank cards.

That spark led her to open Last Place on Earth in Greenpoint in March 2020 - just one day before COVID-19 lockdowns began. Against the odds, the shop grew into a neighborhood staple, known for its eclectic collection of games, community-focused events and welcoming atmosphere. Now, Wolfe is rolling the dice again. On Sept. 12, she opens her second location in , called 3rd Place from the Sun.

"So far, it's been incredible. Being able to pull back the curtain and show everyone our space has been exciting for me because it's been a process," he said. "We built this from scratch - we had to install this big bar, our arches, stone and marble. It took time, but to be able to show everyone was like a celebration of what we've accomplished in the past year. Now it's time to get to work."

Franklin Corner Cafe, a staple in Greenpoint for 17 years, is closing its doors on August 4, as the landlord did not renew the lease.

A group of burglars scored more than $300,000 worth of clothing from a small clothing store in Greenpoint. They broke into the shop at 17 Kent Avenue.

Double U Development is moving to transform the historic building at 144 Greenpoint Ave. into a mixed-use complex that will feature residential and retail spaces.

I always loved the more intimate vibe, when you got to see a comedian and they're right there. That's the vibe we're trying to go for.

Every week the club tackles a different part of Greenpoint before meeting up at a bar. For many attendees, it's a great way to meet friends without spending a bunch of money.

The new campus will be the sixth location for the early childhood education private school in New York City, and a 20-year lease was signed for the 10,172 square feet on the ground floor of Tower 77.