VOLUME 67 NUMBER 40 • OCTOBER 18-24, 2019
Community News Beacon in South Brooklyn Since 1953
Governor Promises Cabrini Statue
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Legendary Leske’s reopens to sighs of relief from patrons
Councilmember Justin Brannan (left) and Bakery Manager Flo Grande were excited to announce that Leske’s Bakery had reopened after it unexpectedly shut its doors on Oct. 4. See page 2. ebrooklyn media/Photo by Paula Katinas
Columnists’ Corner:
Generally Speaking By Ted General
Marc Minds Your Business
Halloween is almost here and Brooklynites are getting their tricks and treats ready for the big day. Be sure to visit Three Guys of Brooklyn for all your Halloween items. Managing Partner and CEO Phil Penta (left) has stocked in abundance the very best apples for bobbing, bales of hay and pumpkins of all shapes and sizes. Home Reporter executive Marc Hibsher took in the spirit of the holiday during a recent visit, as busy employees filled large holiday orders for local schools and other groups preparing to have their thrills and chills. Photo courtesy of Marc Hibsher
Common Sense By Jerry Kassar Matter of Fact By Jay Brown Focus on Bay Ridge By Chuck Otey Columns begin on page 11
Bikers ride for breast cancer awareness, funding
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