Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil

1 week ago | brooklynpaper.com | Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil |Meaghan McGoldrick

As New York’s primary election approaches, the race for Brooklyn Borough President is heating up — at least on one side of the aisle. Two candidates are currently running for the Democratic June 24 primary, hoping to earn a spot on the November general election ballot. Incumbent Borough President Antonio Reynoso — a lifelong Brooklynite and former City Council member — is facing a challenge from Khari Edwards, a community advocate and past candidate for the same office.

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With flags waving and drums pounding, the 158th annual Kings County Memorial Day Parade stepped off Monday morning in Bay Ridge, drawing thousands to Third Avenue to honor Brooklyn’s fallen service members. The parade, which began at 11 a.m. near the corner of Third Avenue and 78th Street, made its way toward John Paul Jones Park, where Veteran Service Organizations hosted a solemn flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremony.

2 weeks ago | brooklynpaper.com | Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil |Meaghan McGoldrick

Brooklyn Bridge Park became a little slice of heaven on Sunday as hundreds of pizza lovers gathered at Fornino on Pier 6 for Pizza on the Pier — a cheesy celebration that doubled as a fundraiser to fight food insecurity. The event was hosted by Slice Out Hunger, a nonprofit organization that began in New York City and has since sparked a nationwide movement to fight hunger through pizza.

2 weeks ago | brooklynpaper.com | Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil |Meaghan McGoldrick

Posted on Thousands flocked to Industry City on Saturday for the inaugural New York City edition of the Family Style Food Festival, a first-of-its-kind celebration blending culinary creativity with streetwear culture. The all-day event, hosted by renowned food critic and influencer Keith Lee, transformed the sprawling Sunset Park campus and featured a star-studded lineup of chefs, local restaurants and top streetwear brands.

2 weeks ago | brooklynpaper.com | Meaghan McGoldrick O'Neil |Meaghan McGoldrick

The energy was electric on Saturday as the New York Liberty returned home to open their 2025 season in front of a massive crowd — and for the first time in franchise history, as reigning WNBA champions. The team’s long-awaited 2024 title win — their first in 28 seasons — was immortalized in a pregame ring and banner ceremony in Barclays Center. But it was the fans who turned the opener into a full-blown celebration of basketball and borough pride.