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The vacant Barcelona Bites may be replaced by another bar or restaurant as a new business, Osteria LLC, has applied for a liquor license at 220 W 242nd St.

Community Board 8 discusses a new restaurant's liquor license application, sparking debate on nightlife impact in Kingsbridge. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/19/24

Emily Hausman, director of the Infant and Toddler Center at SAR Academy, seeks election as female Democratic district leader. The former director of early childhood education at The Riverdale Y ran an in-person emergency school for frontline workers during Covid-19.

Hausman says district leader race all about relationships

Emily Hausman aims to amplify young voices and promote community values as she runs for female leader of the 81st Democratic Assembly District, challenging incumbent Abigail Martin. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/12/24

Democratic district leader candidate and incumbent Abigail Martin in Brust Park on Monday, May 5. She was elected to the position in 2022 and said, if re-elected, she will continue to help staff poll sites and listen to the wants and needs of the community.

Martin looks to build bridges while re-electing Joe Biden

Abigail Martin, incumbent district leader and political director, seeks re-election in the June 25 primary, focusing on community engagement and legislative priorities. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/12/24

College protests rage as bombs rain in Gaza

Protests in NYC against Israel's actions in Rafah lead to arrests at City College, with virtual classes and increased campus security. Faculty and students push back. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/12/24

Jorge Silva-Puras delivers the keynote speech at the Bronx EdTech Showcase, highlighting his belief in the use of artificial intelligence in classrooms. He advocates not just for AI use by students and professors, but also for program education so students understand the tools.

To allow or not to allow AI in schools

Lehman College's Jorge Silva-Puras advocates for AI in education, emphasizing its role in enhancing student engagement and critical thinking at the Bronx EdTech Showcase. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/12/24

Metro-North riders can receive discounted monthly tickets as they commute from the Riverdale and Spyten Duyvil stations. The discount will reduce the cost to $180 for the next year.

Discounts to Metro-North tickets are coming

Learn about New York City's congestion pricing sister program bringing discounted Metro-North tickets, aiming to enhance public transit for commuters. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/12/24

The property at the intersection of Broadway and West 262nd Street will soon hold a men’s shelter despite loud protests from the community. The shelter has been in talks since 2021 and the final paperwork went through at the end of 2023.

Shelter moves forward despite opposition

Community Board 8's opposition to a proposed men's homeless shelter on Broadway due to concerns over transparency and safety. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/5/24

This is one of several prototypes for new pay-by-plate parking meters in Queens. New, upgraded meters are officially rolling out in parts of Manhattan on May 8 and will gradually transition to other boroughs.

Upgraded, paperless parking is coming

NYC unveils modern parking meters citywide, replacing paper receipts with license plate input. Rollout starts May 8, saving miles of receipts and enhancing parking enforcement. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/5/24

Lack of parking causes a lot of issues, including creating dangerous obstacles for bicyclists and pedestrians. If all goes according to Mayor Eric Adams’ plan, the city could welcome many new residents with far fewer parking options.

Less parking, more housing in the City of Yes?

Mayor Eric Adams proposes City of Yes initiative, reshaping NYC zoning laws. Changes include removing parking mandates to boost housing affordability and density. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/30/24

CB8 questions the compatibility of Colonial Dames

Community Board 8 questions partnership with Colonial Dames overseeing Van Cortlandt House Museum. Concerns raised over inclusivity and community engagement. May meeting planned for further discussion. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/30/24

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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