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Bronx fireworks extravaganza celebrates new Orchard Beach pavilion

By Maurice Burbridge 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.

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

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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Bronx entrepreneurs get boost from M&T Bank business grants program

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

‘Don’t let anyone erase our history’ Bronx Borough President hosts Caribbean Heritage Month celebration

By Karizma Jernigan Conversation…

Pilgrim Pharmacy owners Ray Macioci (right) and Michael Coscia (left).

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.

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

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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Council Member Justin Sanchez hosts Senegal-France World Cup watch party at Santa Yallah African Restaurant

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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Community Service

NBA and Emirates unveil newly renovated technology and gaming youth space at PAL Webster Center

By Ethan Marshall Conversation…

Arts & Entertainment

Bronx Documentary Center showcases new films from emerging Bronx storytellers

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Mayor Mamdani visits Mosholu Montefiore Community Center to help parents enroll in 2-K

By Beyonce Thomas-Reynoso Conversation…

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Work to begin this fall on Tibbetts Brook daylighting, one of the city’s largest green infrastructure investments

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Business

Mayor Mamdani pledges investment and support at inaugural Bronx Economic Development Summit

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Business

Hundreds convene for the first Bronx Economic Development Summit

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Bronx Borough President Vannessa Gibson announces launch of Gun Violence Awareness Month

By Genesis Flores Conversation…

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

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

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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Bronx Science student wins statewide award for mental health advocacy

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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