FYI News – Bronx Times

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East Bronx set for new transmission line as state approves Propel NY Energy project

By Jay Cole Conversation…

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$1.7M outdoor fitness area opens at Shoelace Park for Northeast Bronx residents

By Matthew McKay Conversation…

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Bronx Times Opinion | A better Bronx starts with listening to the people

By Danielita Way Conversation…

Macombs Dam Park, a community park that rests in the shadow of Yankee Stadium, one of the richest sports franchises in the world, is deteriorating due to a decade of city neglect.

Why is the historic Bronx park next to Yankee Stadium falling apart despite City Council members raising millions to fix it?

By LaMont Jackson Conversation…

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Lehman College named one of America’s best colleges by TIME magazine

By Steven Goodstein Conversation…

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East Bronx waterfront community pushes for solutions to water pollution in Eastchester Bay

By Matthew McKay Conversation…

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Riverdale Children’s Theatre helps Bronx students prepare for NYC performing arts high school auditions

By Jay Cole Conversation…

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Grammy-nominated Atlanta rapper Latto brings ‘Big Mama’ energy to Bronx classroom for ‘Celebrity Substitute’

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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BronxWorks’ annual farm stands return with fresh, affordable produce for Bronxites

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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Politics

Speaker Julie Menin, Bronx Councilmembers Justin Sanchez and Amanda Farías announce $25M plan to transform Hunts Point fish market

By Rebecca Raghunath Conversation…

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‘Be more free, be more adventurous’: Meet Chantz Rivera, the man walking from the Bronx to San Francisco

By ET Rodriguez Conversation…

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Councilmember Justin Sanchez helps secure $7M for new Lincoln Hospital NICU

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

Health

Bronx Times Opinion | The Bronx needs more doctors. Federal policy can help

By Nicholas Dushaj Conversation…

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SOMOS Social Care Network, Fordham University host Summer Mercado to connects Bronx families with food, housing and healthcare resources

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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Community Celebration

America 250: How the Bronx got its name

By LaMont Jackson Conversation…

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The Bronx Historical Society opens exhibit on the Bronx’s role in shaping America

By Maurice Burbridge Conversation…

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