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Calvin Lyte will play the lead role in an original musical entitled Common Ground. Lyte is excited to take on his first lead but said he’s prepared for this moment nearly his whole life thanks to dance and vocal lessons as a child.

Calvin Lyte set to take lead in Tada! production

Riverdale resident Calvin Lyte stars in "Common Ground," an original musical at Tada! Youth Theater, portraying a teenage immigrant's journey in America. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

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

Former U.S. Sen. Joe Lieberman with his wife Hadassah at an event at the Riverdale Jewish Center last January that included former Israeli president Reuven Rivlin.

Lieberman remembered for devotion to service

Remembering Joe Lieberman: A tribute to the former senator's deep ties to Riverdale, his legacy, and the impact he made in the community. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/8/24

Sonia Khan and Rehana Khan run Triple S Programs, a tutoring and day care service for children of all ages. Sonia opened the place nearly 20 years ago now. So long ago that she now works with some of her former student’s children.

Hebrew Home honors women leaders

Women entrepreneurs unite at Hebrew Home celebration. Keynote speeches, awards, and heartfelt stories mark the event's success. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/8/24

West 254th Street running from Riverdale Avenue to Palisade Avenue is disastrous, which wouldn’t be as much of a problem if it wasn’t the primary walkway for both students attending SAR Academy and commuters traveling to and from the Metro North.

It’s a sidewalk that was 10 years in the making

City proposes massive renovation for West 254th Street from Riverdale Ave to Metro-North station, addressing long-standing safety concerns and infrastructure issues. SAR Academy supports the plan for safer pedestrian access. Land acquisition challenges lie ahead. Construction expected to start in autumn next year. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 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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