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City Council Challenges De Blasio Officials On Zoning Changes By Alex Ellefson on Feb 11, 2016 04:59 pm City Council members pushed back against Mayor Bill de Blasio’s zoning proposals Wednesday — questioning city officials about some of the more contentious aspects of the plan. Department of Housing Preservation and Development Commissioner Vicki Been made the case for the mayor’s agenda, which involves rezoning much of the city in order to spur development [...] Monica’s Bridal Sample Sale Starts Feb. 15 (Sponsored) By Sheepshead Bites on Feb 11, 2016 04:00 pm   We know it’s hard finding the perfect dress for your wedding day, so if you don’t know this yet, Sheepshead Bay is home to one of the most elegant bridal boutique’s in Brooklyn, and arguably in all of NYC. Monica’s Bridal, a family-owned business that has been operating in Sheepshead Bay since the 1980’s, [...] Celebrate Valentine’s Day Weekend At These Events Across Brooklyn By Heather J. Chin on Feb 11, 2016 03:16 pm We love you, dear neighbors, and loyal advertisers (double the love for neighborhood advertisers!). Thanks to your support we continue to bring you the news you really care about daily. We have put together a list of some wonderful deals and specials to spread the love across the neighborhoods we cover – from Sheepshead Bay [...] Elected Officials Urge Landlords To Open Homes To Sandy Victims By Alex Ellefson on Feb 11, 2016 01:37 pm Elected officials called on Brooklyn landlords Wednesday to help the city reach the finish line for Superstorm Sandy recovery efforts by opening available apartments to homeowners enrolled in the Build it Back program. The city is moving aggressively to meet Mayor de Blasio’s goal, set last fall, to complete work for all of Build it Back’s [...] Midwood Visit Appeals To Bernie Sanders’ Libertarian Side By Alex Ellefson on Feb 11, 2016 10:34 am Midwood residents caught a glimpse of presidential candidate Bernie Sanders on Wednesday. The Vermont Senator, who met that same day with civil rights leader Al Sharpton, stopped by his childhood home near East 26th Street and Kings Highway for an interview with CBS’ Scott Pelley. He also grabbed lunch at Memo Shish Kebab — a few blocks [...] Morning Mug: “The Hardest Thing In Life To Learn Is Which Bridge To Cross And Which To Burn.” — David Russell By Alex Ellefson on Feb 11, 2016 07:00 am Morning Mug is our daily showcase of photographs from our readers. If you have a photograph that you’d like to see featured, send it to photos@sheepsheadbites.com. Also, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, and sign up for our daily newsletter. 10 Valentine’s Day Date Spots In Sheepshead Bay By Alex Ellefson on Feb 10, 2016 06:30 pm While the glittering lights of Manhattan are often alluring to star-crossed lovers looking to schedule a romantic rendezvous, those who aren’t keen to make the trek to city on Valentine’s Day can find plenty of date spots right here in Sheepshead Bay. Emmons Avenue has more than a few eateries that offer fantastic views of [...] Recent Articles: Bernie Sanders Spotted In Midwood This Afternoon Year Of The Monkey: 7 Ways To Celebrate Chinese New Year In Brooklyn Brooklyn Public Library Lending Free Laptops While Brighton Branch Closes Facebook Twitter Have tips? Email editor@sheepsheadbites.com Want to advertise? Contact us!

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