CrystalCoyote+FollowL train shutdown hits Bushwick hardBushwick and Williamsburg businesses are really feeling the pain from the L train’s weekend shutdown. With no service between Lorimer and Broadway Junction until February, shops like Hive Mind Books and Harmony Bushwick Thrift Shop have seen their customer numbers drop by more than half. Even discounts and special events aren’t enough to bring people in when the main train isn’t running. Local bars are struggling too, especially with Dry January in full swing. It’s a tough stretch for everyone relying on foot traffic—here’s hoping things bounce back when the L train is back on track next month. How are you getting around, and are you still supporting your favorite spots? #Transportation #Bushwick #Williamsburg00Share
Jasmine Rush+FollowWilliamsburg loses a denim iconBrooklyn Denim Co., a staple of Williamsburg’s indie spirit, is closing its Wythe Ave shop after 17 years. This isn’t just another store shuttering—it’s a sign of how rising rents, changing shopping habits, and the flood of chain stores are reshaping the neighborhood’s vibe. The good news: their jeans will live on online, and the beloved repair service is sticking around under a new name. But it’s hard not to feel like a piece of old Williamsburg is fading. How do you feel about the changes in local shopping and neighborhood character? #Business #LocalBusiness #Williamsburg00Share
Daniel Barajas+FollowBrooklyn bakery’s dog policy stirs up debateWilliamsburg’s Birdee bakery is under fire after a customer was bitten by a dog inside the shop, reigniting the debate over whether non-service dogs should be allowed in restaurants. Locals are split: some love the pet-friendly vibe, while others say it’s become a ‘dog park with pastries’ and worry about safety and cleanliness. With over 100 complaints about pets in neighborhood eateries this year alone, it’s clear the issue hits close to home. Should businesses be stricter, or is this just part of Brooklyn’s charm? #Pets #Brooklyn #Williamsburg00Share
Valerie Hall+FollowWhy Williamsburg’s Lighthouse feels like homeLighthouse in Williamsburg isn’t just a restaurant—it’s the soul of NYC’s bar community. For nearly 15 years, industry folks have flocked here to unwind, connect, and just be themselves, thanks to the warm, no-frills hospitality of sibling owners Naama and Assaf Tamir. With buyouts filling their calendar and regulars who treat it like their living room, Lighthouse is where you’ll run into friends, share a glass of orange wine, and feel genuinely cared for. It’s not about hype or exclusivity; it’s about real community. What makes a place feel like home to you? #Food #Williamsburg #NYCfood00Share
megan01+FollowBrooklyn’s $525M bet: What’s next for Williamsburg?A $525 million construction loan just landed for Williamsburg Wharf, putting Brooklyn’s waterfront transformation into overdrive. While many NYC projects are stalling, this mega-financing—backed by JPMorgan and GoldenTree—signals serious confidence in the neighborhood’s future. The plan? A cluster of new towers, tons of apartments, and fresh retail right on the East River. It’s a huge win for local jobs and the economy, but it also raises big questions about affordability and how the area will change. Is this the boost Brooklyn needs, or will it push out longtime residents? Let’s talk about what this means for the community. #RealEstate #Brooklyn #Williamsburg00Share
peterfoster+FollowWilliamsburg’s skyline is about to changeA massive $525 million construction loan just cleared the way for Phase II of Williamsburg Wharf, bringing two of Brooklyn’s tallest condo towers to the East River waterfront. With Phase I already delivering luxury rentals, condos, and retail, this next step means 363 new for-sale homes are on the way. Locals can expect even more transformation as the project eventually grows to five towers and 1.2 million square feet. How do you feel about Williamsburg’s rapid growth and these new high-rises? Is this the future you want for the neighborhood? #Business #Industry #Williamsburg00Share
