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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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Business

Mixed support so far in the Bronx for City of Yes economic initiative

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Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
Community

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance issues safety warning following series of muggings

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
Gov. Kathy Hochul, joined by the state's Office of Mental Health Commissioner Ann Sullivan, announced "sweeping investments" in mental health services, especially for youth, in a press conference on Jan. 11, 2023.
Community

Gov. Hochul announces $50M to expand inpatient mental health care

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
The Bronx borough president's office displayed a wreath on Jan. 9, 2023, the second anniversary of the Twin Parks North West fire that claimed 17 lives.
Bronx Fire

The Bronx marks the second anniversary of the Twin Parks fire

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announces the arrest of 15 people, including the director of the Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence program Michael Rodriguez, at a press conference in Middletown on Tuesday, Aug. 1, 2023.
Police & Fire

Former Bronx anti-violence leader sentenced to 10 years in prison

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
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Health

U.S. Reps Torres and Emmer introduce bill to expand mental health services

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
Larry Taylor, a disabled Vietnam veteran, wants to vend on Allerton Avenue and White Plains Road -- but is battling DSNY over licensing issues. Enforcement comes through so regularly that he always keeps backup merchandise nearby. Photo Emily Swanson
Allerton

Allerton street vendors, including military veterans, continue to clash with DSNY

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
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Shootings

Man in critical condition after shooting at Throggs Neck NYCHA building

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
Assemblymember Joyner, pictured above in 2020 at a press conference with BronxCare staff, announced her resignation on Jan. 4. Photo Jason Cohen
Morris Heights

Bronx Assembly member Latoya Joyner announces resignation

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
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Health

State report shows that food insecurity affects 39% of Bronx adults

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Co-op City

New law championed by Bronx electeds prohibits digital billboards in Co-Op City

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
The final days of 2023 saw three apartment fire fatalities in the Bronx.
Bedford Park

Three die in separate Bronx housing fires: FDNY

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
New paint, ramps and pavement aim to increase safety on the parkway, pictured on Dec. 28, 2023. Photo Emily Swanson
Community

After years of work, Pelham Parkway phase 2 reconstruction is complete

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
At the Christmas Day game, New York Knicks legend Carmelo Anthony surprised the Pena family with a $30,000 check from the Garden of Dreams Foundation. Photo courtesy MSG Sports
Community

Bronx family surprised with a $30K gift at Knicks’ Christmas game

By Emily Swanson Conversation…
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The Bronx’s 2023 year in review | Part II

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Native Bronxite Clarisa Alayeto, 41, was elected chairperson of Bronx Community Board 1 on Nov. 30. CB1 covers the South Bronx neighborhoods of Mott Haven, Melrose and Port Morris.
Community

CB1 votes out Arline Parks, elects new chairperson Clarisa Alayeto

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Things to do in the Bronx

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THE BRONX MUSEUM & NY STATE SENATOR
Tomorrow, 2 pm

The Bronx Museum & NY State Senator José M. Serrano Present: ‘American Pachuco: The Legend of Luis Valdez’ Film Screening and Q&A
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Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Ga
Tomorrow, 2 pm

Public Gallery Tour
Wave Hill

Take a piece of the garden home with you
Sept. 27, noon

Plant Sale
Wave Hill

Join us for Bartow-Pell’s First Friday s
Oct. 2, 6 pm

First Friday with Warren Banholzer
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum

FIRST FRIDAY OCTOBER 2026: HISPANIC HERI
Oct. 2, 6 pm

First Friday October 2026: Latin Dancing & Music
The Bronx Museum

Kick off the fall season with us on Frid
Oct. 2, 8 pm

Morrisania Band: Autumn Soul Party at The Artist
The Artist

The 17th Annual Big Apple ASL Festival i
Oct. 3, 10 am

ASL APPLE Festival
St Joseph’s School for the Deaf

Join us for a discussion with exhibiting
Oct. 3, 2 pm

Listening back to Parley
Wave Hill

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News

  • A homeless encampment on the West Side in July 2026.Mamdani admin stops automatically sending cops to 311 homeless encampment complaints
  • MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber and other top agency officials brief reporters on preparations for a nor'easter expected to touch down in the five boroughs on Sept. 24, 2026.NOR’EASTER: MTA moves to protect train yards, other critical infrastructure to keep transit moving during weekend storm
  • Fordham University receives $2.5M for the Bronx Green Jobs Center
  • Lee Soulja-Simmons, the leader of NYC Black Pride, pauses for a picture during NYC Black Pride's 2022 beach event.City Council approves resolution declaring August as Black Pride Month in NYC
  • AI whistleblowers could get paid under new NYC Council proposalAI whistleblowers could get paid under new NYC Council proposal

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