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Ashlynn Perez

Ashlynn Perez is a University of Missouri-Columbia student and contributor at the Bronx Times.

The New York Public Library's Tremont branch has sat at 1866 Washington Avenue in the Bronx since 1905.
Tremont

‘A shining example’: Tremont Library designated as fifth historical library landmark in the Bronx

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Windows in the Lehman School of Nursing glow warmly. The new nursing center was an endeavor that took nearly eight years to complete since the idea's conception.
Education

Lehman College’s new nursing center aims to boost enrollment to fulfill health care needs in the Bronx

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Kerene Edie sits under the dryer at Hair By Dee in Van Nest on Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024.
Community

Week in Rewind: Medical school eliminates tuition, school food pantries serve Bronx students, officials vacate makeshift migrant shelter and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Marathon running race, people feet on city road.
Around Town

BT Weekender: Five things to do in the Bronx this weekend

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Two women lift weights at a Blink Fitness gym.
News

Blink Fitness launches weight-lifting course for teenage girls in the Bronx on International Women’s Day

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Two people board the new elevator from the street to the Tremont Avenue subway station.
Transit

MTA unveils new elevators, renovated staircases at Tremont Avenue subway station

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
The public attends an in-person joint Community Board 5 & 6 meeting in Fordham on Monday, June 12, 2023.
Community

Week in Rewind: Nonprofit to revamp Bronx skate parks, sale of local Jewish center raises concerns, BP calls for more community board applications and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Outdoor activity concept, Female artist painting on canvas with paintbrush and watercolor in garden
Arts & Theater

BT Weekender: Five things to do in the Bronx this weekend

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The Cardinal Hayes takes a team photo in Albany on Tuesday, Jan. 30.
Concourse Village

Cardinal Hayes’ championship football team receives $50,000 donation from Bank of America

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Project Pawn founder Abdul Sulaiman Jr. (center) and New York City Schools Chancellor David Banks (right) watch students play chess at Yankee Stadium.
Education

Bronx students join Project Pawn for inaugural chess tournament at Yankee Stadium

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Bronx Underground Railroad
Election Day

Week in Rewind: Rep. calls for increased funding after subway shooting, the Bronx’s connection with the Underground Railroad, Dais to fill District 77 seat, new affordable housing and more

Compiled by Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Visitors walk through the rainforest in the Haupt Conservatory at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx on Wednesday, May 17, 2023.
Around Town

BT Weekender: Five things to do in the Bronx this weekend

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Bronx woman Nuris Cevallos (left) smiles with Centers Health Care staff member Jazmin Escobar at the Bronx Center. Cevallos has been in rehabilitation there since December, where she has been determined to improve her heart health.
Health

Bronx nursing facilities partner with American Heart Association to raise awareness for heart health

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
The new residence building at 3118 Webster Avenue is under construction now, with an estimated timeline of 18-24 months until its opening.
Housing

Doe Fund begins construction on $70.2 million affordable and supportive housing project in Norwood

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Morris Park resident and artist Lovie Pignata begins carving her piece, 'Smitten', from a block of ice during the Governors Island Ice Sculpture Show. 'Smitten' will be recreated in Times Square for viewing for Valentine's Day.
Morris Park

Morris Park artist’s ice sculpture design to be featured in Times Square for Valentine’s Day

By Ashlynn Perez Conversation…
Billingsley Terrace lawsuit
Education

Week in Rewind: Borough’s first mobile drug treatment unit opens, finance records open door for potential Salamanca BP bid, lawsuit follows December building collapse and more

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FIRST FRIDAY: SUMMER 2026 SERIES AUGUST: WAVEHILL X THE BRONX MUSEUM
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Van Cortlandt House Museum presents Over
Aug. 10, 11 am

Overlapping Empires: A Solo Exhibition by Samantha Box
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Aug. 10, 12:30 pm

Bryant Park’s Reading Room Hosts Reel Talks: The World of Black Film
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Bryant Park’s Reading Room Hosts Author: Writing With Purpose
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  • three people standing at a podium including Department of Probation commissionerTwo former Department of Probation workers challenge exits as scrutiny of Commissioner Goodwin grows
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