Community Board 1 unanimously voted “no” on the city’s plan to build a 24 to 25 floor jail in Mott Haven. Read more…

The NYC Department of Transportation’s push to install bicycle lanes throughout the Bronx hasn’t been well received by residents in various neighborhoods. Read more…

The 45th Precinct Community Council saluted local leaders and police officers at its annual breakfast gala and awards ceremony. Read more…

Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. hosted his fifth annual Bronx Week Labor Breakfast on Tuesday, May 14. Read more…

The Friends of Pelham Bay Park celebrated the timeless legacy of fun summers at Orchard Beach and four special friends who support the park. Read more…

Police reports around the borough. Read more…

Over 100 Throggs Neck residents living near 2800 Bruckner Boulevard joined community activist and protest organizer Egidio Sementilli for a rally denouncing a proposed Miracle City substance abuse treatment center on Saturday, May 18. Read more…

The coalition discussed its mission, elevator pitch and prevention ethics. Read more…

The Bronx’s underground music scene was on full display! Read more…

Check out the latest announcements from Around Town. Read more…

Two outstanding individuals were selected for honors during the 2019 Bronx Columbus Day Parade. Read more…

Lehman Center for the Performing Arts and Goya Foods is proud to present the return of Cuba’s legendary, Grammy-winning dance orchestra. Read more…

Kingsbridge Heights Community Center hosted its ‘Empowerment 45: People | Opportunity | Progress’ luncheon on Tuesday, May 7 at The Water Club. Read more…

Experts from EmblemHealth highlighted the benefits of BMI health screening, setting healthy goals and weight loss. Read more…

Hostos Community College celebrated the national champion women’s basketball team with a special parade and celebration at the College. Read more…

Rain barrels reduce the amount of storm water runoff flowing to an area by collecting and storing the water for future use. Read more…

The fundraiser raised $7,119 for two Morris Park parishes. Read more…

Community stakeholders and developers came together to celebrate a couple hundred of units of new affordable housing. Read more…

Assemblywoman Fernandez celebrated the 45th anniversary of Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition. Read more…

HOPE provides low income New Yorkers with job training, supportive services, connections to employment and lifetime career support. Read more…

The swings and slides beckoned the youth as well as the race track, basketball court, jump zone, climbing wall and shiny colorful play structures, all funded Councilman Andy King. Read more…

Councilman Rafael Salamanca joined District Attorney Darcel Clark and stakeholders to participate in high-level discussions on the opioid crisis in the Bronx. Read more…

The 13th annual Bronx Youth Empowerment Program’s YOUTH SPEAKS 2019 Forum was held on Thursday, May 8 at Evander Childs High School Campus. Read more…

The Bronxer is back. Read more…

Montefiore’s Comprehensive Center for Stroke Care held a community awareness event on Friday, May 3. Read more…

St. Helena Boy Scout Troop 65 held an Eagle Scout Court of Honor on Wednesday, May 8. Read more…

Gjonaj thanked Councilman Andrew Cohen for presenting the proclamation and William Sardone, Grand Master of New York for accepting the special honor. Read more…

Cardinal Hayes High School recently held its annual Honors Convocation at Maestro’s Caterers. Read more…

USPS Post Master Scott Farrar and Area Managers for 10460, 10461 and 10462 were the featured guest speakers at the Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance’s meeting on Monday, May 6 at the Msgr. Fiorentino Apartments. Read more…

Fama Thiam had a dream, and even her family becoming homeless couldn’t stop her. Read more…

Councilman Rafael Salamanca visited St. Vincent de Paul and distributed roses to all the registered nurses in honor of their hard work and dedication to those who need it most. Read more…

A local senator delivered the keynote address at the 50th annual Herbert H. Lehman Memorial Lecture. Read more…

Nearly 125 fingerlings were released into the Cross River which feeds into Cross River Reservoir, part of NYC’s drinking water system. Read more…

For decades, Kemp has devoted her efforts to creating and implementing several projects and initiatives to uplift the Claremont Morrisania neighborhood community, where she proudly resides. Read more…

Confetti Party Place hosted a Mother’s Day Tea Party on Saturday, May 4 at 3190 Westchester Avenue. Read more…

Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez hosted a Young Professionals Happy Hour with Senator Jamaal Bailey in Norwood. Read more…

Councilman Rafael Salamanca partnered with the NYC Department of Transportation to sponsor a free MetroCard Giveaway for residents and raise awaress on Vision Zero. Read more…

The National Action Network Bronx Chapter held its monthly Town Hall to discuss and raise awareness of mental health. Read more…

A new book written by a nationally renowned safety expert from our borough promises to offer facts and stories to keep you, your family and your information safe. Read more…

Grenada Built to Win hosted its Summer Registration Day and Basketball Clinic on Saturday, May 4 at P.S. 112. Read more…

The College of New Rochelle will hold its final commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 21 at 1 p.m. at the Riverside Church in Manhattan in what is sure to be a moving and bittersweet occasion. Read more…

RAIN Alzheimer’s Caregiver Link Program hosted its annual conference at Lincoln Hospital Auditorium. Read more…

The Van Nest Neighborhood Alliance toasted several local leaders at its annual dinner awards gala on Friday, May 10 at Maestro’s Caterers. Read more…

Bronx County Chorus presented ‘Disney Dazzle’ on Sunday, May 5 at First Lutheran Church of Throggs Neck. Read more…

Jacobi Hospital hosted its gala celebration on Thursday, May 9 at Villa Barone Manor. Read more…

A chemical dependency treatment facility could be coming Waterbury-LaSalle. Read more…

With its anticipated 2020 arrival on the borough’s Harlem River waterfront, the Bronx Children’s Museum raised a massive $500,000 during its third annual benefit gala on Tuesday, May 7, at Manhattan’s Gotham Hall. Read more…

Over 400 financial leaders, business owners, real estate brokers, accountants, attorneys and technical assistance providers met lenders actively working to assist with the Business Initiatives of New York’s 504 loan program. Read more…

The club’s cruise nights will be held every Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. Read more…

Bronxites enjoyed an early Mother’s Day Celebration with the Morris Park Business Improvement District and the moms in the Morris Park area! Read more…

For Teacher Appreciation Week, Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez visited two schools in her district to thank two very special teachers for all of their hardwork and dedication to our students. Read more…

Councilman Rafael Salamanca recently joined residents, health providers and elected officials for the Bronx AIDS Walk sponsored by Community Board 2 and Urban Health Plan. Read more…

Approximately 40 residents with staff celebrated the 100th birthday of Bronx Center resident Catalina Padilla on Friday, May 10 which fell on the same day at Latin Mother’s Day. Read more…

P.S. 178 has a mural that’s ‘out of this world!’ Read more…

Triboro Center residents and staff celebrated Cinco de Mayo together! Read more…

The Last Stop Bronx, NY and El caROBo co-hosted the Pastelito Fiesta on Thursday, May 9 at 5977 Broadway. Read more…

The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Center for Health Equity in partnership with Sisters Thrive and Brothers Thrive hosted ‘Yoganoir: Motherhood Edition,’ a free yoga and mindfulness event for parents, guardians, children and the community. Read more…

Councilman Mark Gjonaj recently hosted his annual fun-filled Mother’s Day Tea Party with women in the 13th Council District. Read more…

Police reports around the borough. Read more…

When it rains in Pelham Bay Park, it pours, and then sometimes remains for days. Read more…

A complete restoration of a local playground may not be all that is in store for a beloved community resource. Read more…

Bronx advocates are pushing the city to close Rikers Island and Hunts Point’s Vernon C. Bain jail barge by its 2027 goal, if not quicker. Read more…

Assemblyman Michael Benedetto and Councilman Mark Gjonaj sent a joint letter to Albany opposing a proposed drug treatment facility at 2800 Bruckner Boulevard. Read more…

The 45th Precinct Community Council held its annual Breakfast on Wednesday, May 8 at Villa Barone Manor. Read more…

Louie & Ernie’s Pizza commemorated its 60th anniversary milestone on Saturday, May 11 at 1300 Crosby Avenue. Read more…

A local councilwoman joined P.S. 42 students for an important grand opening ceremony. Read more…

Community and religious leaders joined Councilman Ruben Diaz, Sr. for for a rally in opposition to a proposed single mens shelter at 2008 Westchester Avenue on Monday, April 29. Read more…

Bronx Fashion Week and The Mall at Bay Plaza co-hosted the fashion showcase ‘Legacy’ An Inter-Generational All Inclusive Fashion Runway Celebration on Saturday, May 11. Read more…

Councilman Mark Gjonaj’s office joined the Westchester Square Business Improvement District and local businesses in planting, mulching and beautifying the square during Earth Day. Read more…

Madison Square Boys and Girls Club celebrated its annual spring luncheon ‘Style of Life’ on Tuesday, April 30 at The Metropolitan Club. Read more…

Check out the latest announcements from Around Town. Read more…

The Rev. Ruben Diaz Democratic Club has been organized with a purpose to register new voters, recruit, train, and educate those individuals interested in running for public office. Read more…

Cardinal Hayes High School recently hosted its annual Alumni Career Day. Read more…

The office is a hub for government activity, community events, and local services, ranging from legislative work to constituent services. Read more…