The Kiwanis Club of Riverdale will celebrate 70 years of service with a gala scholarship fundraiser on May 5 at the VIP Country Club in New Rochelle.
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By Gary Larkin
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4/30/23
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Legendary as it is, the Bronx has never been known for its jazz scene. That is, until now. Over the past two months, local singer Tamuz Nissim and guitarist Giorgos Nazos have taken the reins of the fledgling movement and created the one and only “Jazz Jam In The Bronx,” right here in Riverdale.
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By Gabriela Oliveros
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4/30/23
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As part of Manhattan College’s committment to help the environment, the school launched its inaugural Laudato Si Day outside of Squeri Hall on April 21. It was inspired by Pope Francis’s celebration of Earth Day on April 22.
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By Stacy Driks
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4/30/23
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Police officers subdued a man with a BB gun who was threatening people at a Kingsbridge subway station April 13. He was shot in the hand by an officer when he pointed the weapon at police, according to the 50th Precinct.
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By Eric Harvey
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4/30/23
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Fran Weissler admits she had little exposure to theater as a kid and was not the best at counting change, according to Playbill. Now she is one of the city’s top Broadway producers in partnership with her husband, Barry, and doesn’t have to worry about counting money.
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By Stacy Driks
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4/30/23
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Rent-stabilized tenants received a somber update from the Rent Guidelines Board last week.
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By Abigail Nehring
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4/30/23
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It is with deep sorrow the family of John Hugh Smith announces his passing after a lengthy illness stemming from Covid-related complications. Surrounded by his family, he died March 17, 2023, at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville.
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4/21/23
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Just over a year ago, it was the homeless shelter that may never be built. Now, the proposed living facility at 6661 Broadway in North Riverdale is the one whose costs seem to be increasing exponentially.
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4/21/23
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I have heard from many constituents over the years that it is very difficult to find the home care workers they need to help an older or disabled family member. That’s why I have been a champion of the Fair Pay for Home Care bill since it was first introduced.
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By Jeffrey Dinowitz
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4/21/23
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To the editor:
Last year, we declared that New York City would lead the way on housing in America. Our city must remain a place where everyday New Yorkers can find and afford a place to live.
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4/21/23
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