Category Archives: Feature Story

Red Hook’s own Ornament Rock Star, by Mary Ann Pietanza

Posted on February 11, 2014 by redhookstar

A few months back, my brother e-mailed me and told me he had reconnected with an old friend on Facebook through a popular neighborhood group page called, “I Lived in Carroll Gardens When We Still Called It Red Hook.” He … Continue reading →

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Alex House Project helps young moms, by Angela Johnson-Archer

Posted on December 16, 2013 by redhookstar

Raising children is a complex juggling act that requires parents to act as nurturers, providers and disciplinarians. For many teen and young adult mothers, the difficulty of moving between so many complex roles is exacerbated by limited access to education … Continue reading →

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Letters to the EPA, edited by George Fiala

Posted on October 7, 2013 by redhookstar

One of the most contentious issues Red Hook has faced in some time was an EPA proposal to build a Contained Disposal Facility (CDF) as part of the cleanup of the Gowanus Canal. The CDF would take dredged materials, detoxify … Continue reading →

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Carlos Menchaca’s sophisticated sweep to power, by George Fiala

Posted on October 3, 2013 by redhookstar

Carlos Menchaca accomplished a rare political feat on September 10 – he defeated an incumbent, Sara Gonzalez. He won by over 1200 votes out of a total of a bit more than 7,000. He won not only Red Hook and … Continue reading →

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Red Hook firehouse celebrates centennial, words and photos by Kimberly Gail Price

Posted on July 15, 2013 by redhookstar

On Wednesday, June 19, firefighters, former members and their families of Engine 279 Ladder 131 celebrated a century of service.               The day began with a special ceremony at their Red Hook location. Many … Continue reading →

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Director Julie Taymor honored at Brooklyn Museum, by Kimberly Gail Price

Posted on July 11, 2013 by redhookstar

Award winning theater, opera and film director, Julie Taymor was honored on June 13 at the 2013 Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist First awards at the Brooklyn Museum. Museum Trustee, Elizabeth A. Sackler hosted the event. The evening included … Continue reading →

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Josh Parker lectures on Red Hook’s past fires by Kimberly Gail Price

Posted on July 9, 2013 by redhookstar

The Smoke of the Flames could be noted from Lower Manhattan “The destructive force of a fire leaves a permanent trail of information. By using the archival information from various fires that occurred over the past two centuries, the development … Continue reading →

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New administrator for LICH

Posted on June 28, 2013 by kimberly546

According to hospital employees Thursday evening, Judge William Thompson, Sr. has been appointed to oversee hospital operations at Long Island College Hospital (LICH). Judge Baynes appointed Thompson to ensure compliance with his court order to restore services and re staff … Continue reading →

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Star Revue brings home statewide awards in newspaper competition

Posted on May 5, 2013 by redhookstar

The NY Press Association (NYPA) is the trade organization for NY community newspapers. Their annual Better Newspaper Contest recognizes excellence in journalism and publishing. Last month the results were announced at their spring convention held in Saratoga Springs. The Red … Continue reading →

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The Importance of Tyquan’s Hook, by Nic Cavell

Posted on February 15, 2013 by redhookstar

Tyquan Carter’s black sweatshirt shrugs as he clicks down the wooden steps. In the basement’s nadir, he walks past brass cups, a power sander and toilet paper. He pauses, then dusts a canvas bag from the top before he can … Continue reading →

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