On the enduring influence of William Dowling’s Rhododendron Park, a turn-of-the-century housing development.
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Why Does Bay Ridge Have Fancy Names for First and Second Avenues?
Fights erupted in the early 20th century over street names meant to “greatly improve” Bay Ridge—like “Emerald,” and “Beechwood.”
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The Best Trees in Bay Ridge: London Plane
An ode to a common Brooklyn street tree.
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Death At Ridge Boulevard Apartment Being Investigated As Potential Suicide
Local news outlets have reported that a man fell to his death from an apartment building on Ridge Boulevard near 68th Street.
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