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About the Author

Emily Swanson

Emily Swanson is a reporter at the Bronx Times and 2023 graduate of the CUNY Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism. Originally from Minneapolis, MN, she now lives in the South Bronx neighborhood of Port Morris. She enjoys cooking, photography and rooting for the Knicks, Timberwolves, Liberty and Yankees.

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Xtraspots app that connects drivers with parking spots has Bronx roots

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‘For us and by us’: South Bronx advocates celebrate progress on new community center

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New Five Below discount store in Parkchester gains neighborhood fans

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The Van Cortlandt Jewish Center, pictured on Feb. 20, 2024, has been a pillar of the community since the 1960s.
Community

Looming sale of the Van Cortlandt Jewish Center raises concerns from neighbors

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New nonprofit partnership aims to help bolster Bronx community fridges

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Mott Haven

Electric-powered affordable housing coming to Mott Haven

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Dr. Yonette Davis brings culturally-responsive geriatric medicine to the Bronx

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Bronx high school senior gives back to community by leading sex ed workshops

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Sign in front of the NYCHA Millbrook Houses in the South Bronx
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Residents go nearly five days without water at NYCHA Millbrook Houses

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HPD accepting affordable housing, community space proposals for vacant lot in Crotona Park East

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Borough’s first mobile drug treatment unit opens in South Bronx

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Pedestrians navigate East 138th Street between Cypress Avenue and Bruckner Boulevard on Feb. 6, 2024. East 138th was identified by the nonprofit Transportation Alternatives as one of the most dangerous streets in the city for those who drive, bike or walk.
Community

The Bronx is home to New York City’s deadliest roadway: report

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USDA Rep. Ritchie Torres
Community

Rep. Torres, Fordham University co-host urban agriculture and food security roundtable

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Professional lesson at Stadium Tennis Center
Community

Bronx sports facilities see business boom thanks to new booking app

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Business

Bronx entrepreneurs can compete to win $10K grant in first-ever ‘BX-Factor Challenge’

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Courts

Bronx man charged with possessing child pornography, some of which included his daughter: Feds

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