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About the Author

Marina Samuel

Marina Samuel is a Bronx native and reporter at the Bronx Times. A 2025 graduate of the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, she blends data and storytelling to dig into the policies and issues shaping her borough. Her work has also appeared in THE CITY, City Limits, and the Mott Haven Herald.

Wilfredo Laracuente.
Community

Bronx poet Wilfredo Laracuente awarded prize by the Mayor’s office for poem on life after incarceration

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Solar panels atop 2676 Grand Concourse, one of the buildings participating in Fieldston Power's community distributed solar network.
Environment

Bronx-based Fieldston Power expands solar access to 72 rent-stabilized buildings across New York City to meet Local Law 97

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
The proposed development would bring two buildings with a combined 537 affordable apartments to the South Bronx waterfront.
Housing

Bronx Community Board 1 votes down Mott Haven waterfront development after local resistance

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
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Community Celebration

Where to celebrate the 4th of July in the Bronx

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
The Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee officially opened its first Bronx location on July 1, drawing crowds of eager customers whose lines wrapped around the block before the restaurant opened its doors.
Melrose

Filipino fast-food chain Jollibee opens its first Bronx location in The Hub

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Rendering of River Commons.
Housing

Mayor Mamdani, NYC Health + Hospitals break ground on $255M River Commons, bringing 328 affordable homes to the South Bronx

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
The Van Cortlandt Park Stadium, which has been closed since 2021, has been recommended for demolition after a planning study conducted by NYC Parks.
Community

‘There is no way to repair it’ NYC Parks seeks funding for Van Cortlandt Park Stadium demolition 

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Assemblyman Michael Benedetto thanks his supporters at the Bronx Havana Room, as he secures another term representing Assembly District 82.
Politics

Assemblyman Michael Benedetto secures re-election in District 82

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Pilgrim Pharmacy owners Ray Macioci (right) and Michael Coscia (left).
Community

As independent pharmacies vanish, Pilgrim Pharmacy marks 50 years serving The Bronx

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Rep. Ritchie Torres presents residents of Concourse Village with a ceremonial check to be put towards pipe replacement.
Community

Rep. Ritchie Torres secures $3.15M to replace aging pipes at Concourse Village

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
District 12 Council Member Kevin Riley with students at Leaders of Tomorrow middle school in Olinville.
Education

Council member Kevin Riley, MTX Group launch advanced AI program for Bronx middle schoolers

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Several Bronx fans watch Qatar take on Switzerland during the FIFA World Cup on Saturday, June 14, while even more fans watch from a shaded tent nearby while beating the heat.
Sports

FIFA Bronx Fan Zone unites Bronx fans from around the world

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
State Assemblyman Michael Benedetto held a press conference on July 29, 2021, in response to Locust Point residents voicing concerns of congestion on the TN expressway.
Politics

2026 PRIMARIES: Jake Kuhl and Felix Omozusi take on longtime incumbent Michael Benedetto for AD-82 Assembly seat

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Deborah Reich (center) holds her $25,000 ceremonial check for her work in World View High School with co-presidents Risa Daniels (left) and Laura Twersky (right).
Education

Norwood teacher wins $25,000 award for inspiring students through environmental justice

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Tenants and members of Bronx Defenders, Community Action for Safe Apartments (CASA), New Settlement, Bronx Leadership Organizing Center, Met Council on Housing, PSC-CUNY and NYC-DSA rally outside of Hostos Community College ahead of the Bronx Rent Guidelines Board meeting.
Neighborhoods

‘The Bronx is not for sale’ Rent-stabilized tenants demand rent freeze at Bronx Rent Guidelines Board hearing

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
Tenants from 337–341 E. 146th St. and 705 Gerard Ave speak outside of Bronx Housing Court, detailing their experiences living in the David Kleiner-owned buildings and the lack of repairs.
Housing

Tenants rally outside Bronx Housing Court, demand repairs from notorious landlord David Kleiner

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
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Aug. 17, 11 am

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Bryant Park’s Reading Room Hosts Reel Talks: How Kung Fu Movies Changed the World
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Aug. 22, 10 am

Orchard Beach Cleanup & Community Hang with Hibernica and Fernway
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Sept. 3, 2 pm

Public Gallery Tour
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September’s First Friday with Miles East
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Bartow-Brocante Market
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Fall Birding
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  • Pelham Bay residents rally against e-bike corral taking up parking space

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