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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.

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…
Bronx Community Board 10 District Manager Matt Cruz receives proclamations from Council Member Amanda Farías
Community

Matt Cruz departs Community Board 10 after nine years as district manager

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
The Throggs Neck Business Improvement District will celebrate America's 250th anniversary on June 14 at DeRosa-O'Boyle Triangle
Throggs Neck

Throggs Neck BID to hold America 250 celebration

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
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Community

Petition seeks to save “irreparable” Van Cortlandt Park Stadium from demolition

By Marina Samuel and ET Rodriguez Conversation…
Colin Kaepernick, founder of LUMI AI, poses with ten ninth graders who created graphic novels using the app at DREAM Charter School in Mott Haven.
Education

Colin Kaepernick visits DREAM Charter School students showcasing AI-created graphic novels

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
A herd of Przewalski's horses with it's foal at the Bronx Zoo.
Around Town

Bronx Zoo announces birth of rare endangered Przewalski’s horse

By Marina Samuel Conversation…
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Solo and group exhibitions at Glyndor Ga
Oct. 1, 2 pm

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

First Friday with Warren Banholzer
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum

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

Morrisania Band: Autumn Soul Party at The Artist
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We’re hosting a free dog-friendly
Oct. 3, 10 am

Dog-Friendly Event at Orchard Beach Pavilion, October 3
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Join Wave Hill staff in the Herbert and
Oct. 3, 11 am

Woodland Community Volunteer Workday
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Engage your senses as you move through t
Oct. 3, 1:30 pm

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

Listening back to Parley
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Celebrate strength, courage, and resilie
Oct. 3, 3 pm

MAKING STRIDES SURVIVOR FASHION SHOWCASE

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News

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  • 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
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