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Frances Sadler, center, said immigration enforcement tactics are part of a broader shift away from social justice.

Bronx religious leaders hold prayer for neighbors fearful of ICE enforcement following shooting

Christian and Jewish leaders gathered in Kingsbridge for an interfaith prayer following the ICE shooting of Oscar Belgal, offering neighbors space to express grief, fear and hope while calling for justice and solidarity.

Suspicious envelope at Torres’ office underscores growing fears over political violence

A suspicious envelope containing white powder at Rep. Ritchie Torres’ Bronx office prompted a hazmat response as local officials described threats and concerns about escalating political intimidation.
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A cannabis dispensary was proposed at 5694 Riverdale Ave.

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.
Norik Terpuni, 4, dressed as a conductor for the iconic 1 train. His mom, Aida Terpuni, said the costume was made with cardboard, foamboard, hot glue and printed images of the train.

Mosholu Avenue transforms into a Halloween trail for annual neighborhood event

Boo on Mosholu brought neighbors to Mosholu Avenue on Oct. 24 for Halloween games, costumes, vendors and activities celebrating neighborhood connections and local businesses.
What began as a pandemic hobby has grown into a year-round business for Meghan Gonoude.

Halloween, family and creativity inspire Riverdale maker’s small business

North Riverdale resident Meghan Gonoude has turned a pandemic-era crafting hobby into Mystical Meghan, a year-round business inspired by Halloween, family memories and handmade jewelry and crystal suncatchers.
Politics

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 points as both candidates campaign on affordability, public safety and their records.

Development

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 built in its place. Public records indicate it could become an Atmosphere Academy …

Opinion

Political intimidation, violence unacceptable

Th e Nov. 3 General Election is taking place at a time of heightened political polarization and anxiety. Unfortunately, it is also taking place in an age of rising political violence and …

Opposition to cannabis shop on Riverdale Avenue

To the editor,   I was shocked to learn that a cannabis shop has been proposed for 5694 Riverdale Ave. in the Bronx, one block away from St. Margaret’s-St. Gabriel’s school which …

Poll: What mode of transportation do you use the most?

What keeps Riverdale moving? That’s the question we sought to answer in this week’s opinion poll. Participants from throughout Riverdale and surrounding neighborhoods were invited to share …

We need to talk about rape. Again.

What was she wearing?” “What did she take?” “Why did she take so long to come forward?” “What did she agree to?” “Why was she there?” These are just a few …