Asar John is a freelance writer based in Brooklyn, NY. He is a 2023 graduate of the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, where he pursued an M.A. in Engagement Journalism. Several of Asar’s words can be found at BK Reader, The City, City & State NY and other local publications.
He is now a regular contributer to the Red Hook Star-Revue, reporting on issues at the Red Hook Houses and Community Board 6.
Dawn Skeete does what it takes to keep her Red Hook restaurant alive
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CB6 declares itself Non-Nimby
NYCHA PACT plan rejected
CB6 February meeting summary
Red Hook West PACT conversion and the BMT process are written from the same playbook
Long-awaited report card shows improvement needed on rezoning commitments
Court Street redesign was justified by an anecdotal survey
Court Street redesign is a nightmare for the businesses that make it a great shopping strip
RAD/PACT not a panacea at NYCHA Manhattanville Houses, by Asar John

