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Tess Watts became Moss Café’s first community outreach director last April. She believes that being grounded in community is integral to the Johnson Avenue eatery’s operations, spearheading partnerships with organizations both local to the greater Riverdale area, and across the city.
Since COVID, cafe grounds self into its community
For many, Moss Café is known as the neighborhood’s lively, farm-to-table eatery. In recent months, however, the Johnson Avenue establishment has taken on a bigger role — one as a community partner. more
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Grant helps Lehman Center ready for October's reopening
More than a million dollars has flowed in to The Lehman Center for the Performing Arts, ensuring the popular venue will be ready to reopen on Oct. 2. more
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Father Joseph Franco takes over as lead pastor of Our Lady of Angels Church in Kingsbridge Heights, bringing with him not only a significant amount of experience in a similar role at nearby Sacred Heart Church in Highbridge, but also some deep Bronx roots — including having Manhattan College as his alma mater.
Small move, big jump for new Our Lady of Angels priest
When it comes to relocations, Father Joseph Franco considers himself fairly lucky his new spiritual home is just a 15-minute drive from his old one. Yet, as Franco settles in as the new pastor of Our Lady of Angels Church on Sedgwick Avenue, there are times where those three miles could feel more like 300. more
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Food deliverers to get regulated
Getting tasty food delivered straight to your door is a staple of New York City living. But now the city council says you can accept that delivery with a little more peace of mind. more
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Large sections of the Major Deegan Expressway was shut down through Kingsbridge after massive flooding turned the expressway into river. Cars, trucks and even tour buses were abandoned along the way.
Ida flooding shuts down the Major Deegan [Photo gallery]
More rain fell in just a couple hours on Sept. 1 in the Bronx than we would get in an entire month thanks to the remnants of Hurricane Ida.  more
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Eating outside became a necessity at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. And even today — with vaccination requirements and the threat of the delta variant — many are still enjoying eating and drinking while soaking in some sunshine. But could this be permanent? Community Board 8's land use committee will discuss the possibility at its Thursday night meeting.
Is coronavirus-era outdoor dining here to stay?
Even for those who might not otherwise welcome a chance to enjoy the food from their favorite restaurant while breathing in fresh air, having such options available was vital for a key New York City industry at the height of the coronavirus pandemic. more
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Gov. Kathy Hochul calls the legislature back into a special session beginning Sept. 1 to tackle the expired eviction moratorium, open meeting laws during a pandemic, and legalizing marijuana.
Community Board 8 moves September meetings back online
Laura Spalter has yet to physically preside over a meeting as chair of Community Board 8. But she's not only OK with that — she wanted it to continue. And thanks to Kathy Hochul, she got her wish. more
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Recovery not so hot in New York
New York has one of the best vaccination rates in the country — maybe even the world. But the state continues to lag when it comes to an economic recovery post-pandemic. more
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Tina Bakalli says her new coffee shop, Savor Coffee and More on Riverdale Avenue, is meant to provide the neighborhood with a European café experience. Savor began a soft opening late last month while still training its crew while hearing feedback on their menu.
Savor moment at Riverdale Ave's new coffee hangout
For a long time, it seemed the trendy coffee shops populating Brooklyn and Manhattan were staying in Brooklyn and Manhattan. This part of the Bronx got close with Buunni Coffee on Riverdale Avenue, … more
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Jennifer Medina sits at the rear of her car where she keeps some of the things that belong to her and her son. Medina’s family is at risk of being evicted from their home if state lawmakers fail to extend the existing pandemic-related moratorium that’s right now preventing it.
Vulnerable tenants prepare for inevitable
Like many others throughout the country Jennifer Medina has struggled to make ends meet since the spread of the coronavirus worldwide shut down large portions of the economy, costing many — like her — their jobs. more
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