News

Softee showdown: Ice cream trucks battle it out for sales in Pierrepont Playground

A cluster of ice cream trucks at Pierrepont Playground highlights the competitive and complex licensing system behind one of Brooklyn Heights’ busiest vending spots.

Brooklyn Bar Association to sell century-old Brooklyn Heights HQ

The Brooklyn Bar Association is listing its century-old headquarters at 123 Remsen Street in Brooklyn Heights for sale as of early July 2026.

A new Barrel Yard — combo distillery, winery, cidery — opens in historic Red Hook

Vegas Lite Is Coming for the Former Brooklyn Macy’s

Developers have unveiled plans to transform the former Macy’s on Fulton Street into BKX, a 440,000-square-foot commercial and experiential hub featuring flagship retail and immersive entertainment.

Historic vessel mysteriously sinks in NYC — just days after schooner-turned-bar met similar fate

Two historic schooners owned by the hospitality group Crew have mysteriously sank days apart at the Henry Street Basin near Red Hook, prompting concerns over the maintenance of the landmark vessels.

Brooklyn Heights townhouse trades for $25M

A civil war-era townhouse at 192 Columbia Heights has sold for $24.5 million in an off-market deal, marking the most expensive residential transaction in Brooklyn so far this year.

Noodle Pudding Is NYC’s Ideal Neighborhood Restaurant

The long-standing Henry Street Italian staple Noodle Pudding is highlighted for its neighborhood charm, traditional hospitality, and signature dishes like bucatini cacio e pepe.

Adam Driver Lists Brooklyn Heights Apartment for $5 million

Actor Adam Driver has listed his 2,681-square-foot loft at 20 Henry Street for $5 million as he prepares to move into a larger $11.5 million residence at The Standish.

Demolition Complete for 47-Story Skyscraper at 205 Montague Street in Brooklyn Heights - New York YIMBY

NYC Rent Guidelines Board approves 2-year rent freeze, fulfilling Mamdani campaign pledge

The NYC Rent Guidelines Board approved a historic two-year rent freeze for one million stabilized apartments, fulfilling a major campaign promise from Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Montero Bar & Grill Sets Sail Into a New Era

The historic Montero Bar and Grill on Atlantic Avenue has transitioned to new ownership under the Pincus brothers, who aim to preserve the nearly 90-year-old dive bar legacy.

Lonnies, a Neighborhood Spot to Swoon Over, Opens in Boerum Hill - BKMAG

Sean Rembold and Caron Callahan, the team behind Brooklyn Heights mainstay Ingas Bar, have opened a second neighborhood restaurant called Lonnies in Boerum Hill.

Brooklyn Heights staple Plymouth Cafe closes after 42 years

After 42 years of service at the corner of Henry and Pineapple streets, owners Peter and David Hong closed Plymouth Cafe on June 15 to make way for a new food-oriented business.

Trudie’s Tavern Is Ready to Be Carroll Gardens’s New Go-to

Nate Adler and partners have opened Trudie’s Tavern in the former Buttermilk Channel space, offering rotisserie chicken and Jewish-influenced comfort food to Carroll Gardens.

LPC approves revised plan for 420-foot tower over historic Duffield Street Houses

The Landmarks Preservation Commission has approved a revised plan to build a 420-foot-tall mixed-use tower atop four historic 19th-century houses on Duffield Street in Downtown Brooklyn.