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Time to support Journalism Sustainability Act is now

Empire State Local News Coalition fights for local journalism in NY. Support the Local Journalism Sustainability Act now! more

4/14/24

Pedestrians cross the intersection at Bailey Avenue and Van Cortlandt Park South. The city’s transportation department says this intersection is a danger to pedestrians.

CB8 has concerns about plans to modify intersection

Bailey Avenue and Van Cortlandt Park South intersection to get makeover, addressing safety concerns with new sidewalks, bike paths, and traffic flow changes. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/14/24

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres tours the devastation of the Oct. 7 attack on Kibbutz Nir Oz on Monday, April 1.

Torres takes Bronx leaders on trip to Israel

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres leads Bronx leaders on emotional trip to Israel, highlighting solidarity and resilience amidst conflict. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/14/24

Supporters of Van Cortlandt Park are holding out hope for next year’s budget, as the city mulls another round of budget cuts that would mean less staff to clean the park and keep it maintained.

Vannie Park could look different with budget cuts

Van Cortlandt Park faces potential budget cuts impacting staff, pool hours, and safety, raising concerns for park officials and advocates. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/14/24

Local 32BJ SEIU members pictured here will not strike, as their four-year contract with the Bronx Realty Advisory Board will not be retracted.

Unions call on lawmakers to tackle affordable housing

Bronx Realty Advisory Board avoids strike with 32BJ union members, urging Albany for affordable housing solutions amid economic stress. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/14/24

Kim Johnson, a caregiver in Spuyten Duyvil, was awarded the ‘Black Excellence & Literacy Award’ by the Freedom Youth Family Justice Inc. March 29. Johnson was recognized for her struggle and accomplishments with having dyslexia.

Caregiver wants to tell world about dyslexia

Kim Johnson, a caregiver in Spuyten Duyvil, shares her journey with dyslexia through children's books, advocating for awareness and understanding. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/14/24

St. Peter the Apostle Greek Orthodox Church School students line the hall and proudly display their flags in celebration of Greek Heritage Month. Greece officially declared its independence from the Ottoman Empire March 25, 1821.

St. Peter’s Church celebrates Greek Heritage Month

Bronx borough president Vanessa Gibson hosts a celebration of Greek Heritage Month at St. Peter the Apostle Greek Orthodox Church in the Bronx. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/14/24

'No one has ever become poor by giving'

Discover the remarkable story of Riverdale Neighborhood House's origins and its recent historic donation. Learn about Mackenzie Scott's philanthropy and the impact on community programs. more

4/8/24

Trends come and go, and then come right back again

Discover the unexpected revival of typewriters, cherished by Gen Z for their simplicity and nostalgia. Explore the resurgence of analog relics in a digital age. more

By Michael Hinman | 4/8/24

Poof! And now no insurance

As escalating health care costs spiral, the insurance companies and the hospitals have found another way to “rig the game” against the patient. more

4/8/24

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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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