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Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and his slate of district leaders and state committee members filed more than 3,000 signatures. From left, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, state committee member candidate Johanna Edmondson, district leader candidates Ben Jackson and Emily Hausman, state committee incumbent Michael Heller and Councilman Eric Dinowitz, who is not up for re-election.

Petitioning over, candidates ready for (second) primary

Get insights into the upcoming Assembly, Senate, and congressional primaries on June 25, with key candidates and club endorsements. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/22/24

Riverdale Senior Service’s Robert Ackerson takes the podium at the Bronx County Courthouse on April 5. Riverdale Senior Services and The Riverdale Y joined together to ensuring there are no budget cuts for senior services for older adults of the Bronx.

Older adults calling for repairs to senior centers

Elderly Bronx residents rally for funding and repairs to senior centers, urging city officials to prioritize aging services. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/22/24

Clean-up is well underway on the Bronx River. The anticipated 10-day project has made significant progress and all is expected to be back to normal for the ecosystem soon.

Emergency cleanup required for Bronx River oil spill

Bronx River oil spill cleanup completed after 10 days. Con Edison leak concerns Bronx River Alliance. Wildlife safe, DEC supervises. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

Congestion tolls could be $15 — so, what now?

MTA approves congestion toll rates sparking debate among officials and citizens. Concerns raised about affordability, traffic diversion, and exemptions. June implementation pending lawsuits. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

Gas-powered leaf blowers could be gone with the wind

Riverdale residents push for ban on gas-powered leaf blowers citing noise and pollution. Legislation underway at local and state levels. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

The King’s Bridge was built to allow easier access crossing the Spuyten Duyvil Creek from the modern-day Bronx to Manhattan.

Kingsbridge street corner that saw rise of the Bronx

Discover the hidden history of the corner at West 230th Street and Broadway in Kingsbridge, where a Dunkin’ Donuts/Baskin Robbins now stands. Uncover its rich past from indigenous settlements to Revolutionary War intrigue. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

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

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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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