Police: Man and woman found dead with gunshot wounds to head in Riverdale
A man and woman were found dead, both with gunshot wounds to the head, in a Blackstone Avenue apartment building Nov. 3, according to police. Authorities said on Nov. 3, around 9:04 p.m., …
General Election results: Hochul, Torres, Avila Chevalier win the vote
New and old faces secured their seats in city, state and federal leadership positions Nov. 3. In New York City, polls closed at 9 p.m., and The Associated Press began announcing race …
Gov. Kathy Hochul secures next term
Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul secured another four years in office after defeating Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman in the Nov. 3 general election. The Associated Press called the race just …
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Bronx religious leaders hold prayer for neighbors fearful of ICE enforcement following shooting
Suspicious envelope at Torres’ office underscores growing fears over political violence
City Council announces success of CUNY pilot OMNY card program
The New York City Council announced Oct. 30 with the City University of New York that students are participating in the CUNY OMNY Pilot Program, which provides free OMNY cards through council …
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Torres, Avila Chevalier win congressional seats
Riverdale-area residents cast their ballots in two contested congressional races this year. Congressional …
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Hochul and Blakeman go head to head for governor’s seat
A Quinnipiac University poll shows Gov. Kathy Hochul leading Republican challenger Bruce Blakeman by 14 …
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Oscar Belgal’s detention after Marble Hill shooting sparks protests and calls for investigation
New Yorkers rallied and organized a protest ride demanding Oscar Belgal’s release and an investigation …
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Bronx colleges weigh impact of federal student loan restrictions on lower-paying careers
New federal student loan rules could jeopardize loan access for programs whose graduates fall below …
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5 things voters need to know this election season
With early voting starting Oct. 24 and Election Day set for Nov. 3, this guide outlines candidates, …
Proposed Riverdale Avenue cannabis dispensary faces neighborhood opposition
A proposed Happy Times Cannabis dispensary on Riverdale Avenue faces strong neighborhood opposition over its proximity to schools and questions about New York’s cannabis licensing rules.
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What’s happening with the closed Burger King on Broadway?
The Burger King at 6007 Broadway shuttered Sept. 27 at 11 p.m., and residents are wondering what will be …
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Fine Fare opens in Knolls Crescent after months of community advocacy
Fine Fare By Ben’s Market has opened in Knolls Crescent, bringing a grocery store back to Spuyten …
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What’s being built on the former Church of the Visitation site in Kingsbridge?
Two major construction projects are reshaping a block in Kingsbridge, where a new public elementary …
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Van Cortlandt Rapid Rehousing Center opens after three years, welcoming up to 130 men
The Van Cortlandt Rapid Rehousing Center has opened on West 262nd Street, with Westhab accepting up to …
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New York City housing strategy pushes for more development in greater Riverdale
A new city housing strategy targets 4,075 new units in greater Riverdale over five years, including …
Political intimidation, violence unacceptable
Opposition to cannabis shop on Riverdale Avenue
