1953 New look Riverdale's face was altered forever in 1953 as zoning changes were debated by everyone from contractors to homeowners, both on the streets and eventually at City Hall. … more

This beautiful duplex townhouse at 4971 Henry Hudson Parkway in Riverdale with three bedrooms and three bathrooms has a spacious patio for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. more

To the editor: As district leaders for our community, we are writing to remind our fellow neighbors about the upcoming election season. It is essential that we all actively participate in the … more

Margaret Donato, a former chair of the Community Board 8 Public Safety Committee who lived in Kingsbridge, passed away in hospice on Jan. 11, 2024, at Calvary Hospital following a two-year battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 74. more

For years, many who have lived — or just simply drove by — the Van Cortlandt Motel on Broadway have begged and pleaded for the city to do something about it. Whether it’s attracting more crime, or being used to house people who have nowhere else to go, the motel seemed to be an institution that was never going to go anywhere. more

1954 Rock me like a ... At the beginning of 1954, The Press reported that cases of arson had doubled in recent years. Firemen, however, said that the majority of the fires seemed to have … more

Mayor Eric Adams’ proposed budget cuts for older adult centers and home-delivered meals has left many in Riverdale upset. It was previously announced that $12 million would be cut from the New York City department for the aging budget causing some older adult centers to fear that they would have to close or limit services. more

  Man in coma after attack 1. A man was attacked and severely beaten by eight other people in front of the Parilla Latina restaurant at 5523 Broadway on Sunday at 4:15 a.m., police … more

A car was stolen, another was broken into, and yet another got a fresh coat of graffiti within a single day of the past week—a week that saw a spate of car-related crimes throughout. … more

Each year, eighth-grade families in New York City try to figure out which high school to attend. It becomes chaotic as deadlines approach. more