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Health

Astor Services opens new South Bronx center to expand mental health care

By Steven Goodstein Conversation…

The fencing in Cliff Muniz's backyard is sinking along with the soil in his backyard. As HOA president, Muniz has led the effort to start repairs for the Villa Maria homeowners.

Longwood

After years of delays, city unveils new plan to repair sinking backyards of Villa Maria Homes

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

Longwood

Democracy Prep Endurance High School senior plans phone-free fun day

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

Bronx neighborhood

AMNY

Man shot in the Bronx, prompting post-rush hour manhunt for suspect

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Two Bronx districts tapped for major NYC trash bin expansion

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

Fountain of Youth Playground in Mott Haven/Longwood.

Mayor Zohran Mamdani announces $19.5M for Bronx park upgrades as part of citywide investment

By Marina Samuel Conversation…

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“Clean the Damn Streets” candidate Justin Sanchez sworn in as Council Member for District 17

By Kaylen Jackson Conversation…

Council Member Justin Sanchez installs 60 trash cans as first act representing the South Bronx

By Kaylen Jackson Conversation…

Parks Department commissioners, Community Board 3 leaders and elected officials lift dirt with gold shovels to officially break ground at Daniel Boone Playground in the Longwood neighborhood.

Officials break ground on inclusive redesign of Daniel Boone Playground

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Community Service

Bronx Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Holiday Toy Drive underway, benefitting Casita Maria Center for Arts and Education

By Ethan Marshall Conversation…

News

‘There’s a New Sheriff in Town’: Justin Sanchez celebrates winning District 17 City Council

By Kaylen Jackson Conversation…

Justin Sanchez a 33-year-old progressive candidate running on a slogan of "cleaning up the damn streets" won the 2025 Democratic Primary election in round four of the ranked choice voting tallies released on Tuesday.

‘Clean the Damn Streets’ says the next generation of Bronx leadership

By Kaylen Jackson Conversation…

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‘Joy is an act of resistance’: Bronx Halloween Parade marks 40 years of pride and community spirit

By ET Rodriguez Conversation…

food

Hundreds flock to Longwood food distribution for people and pets

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

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Business

Two Bronx shops featured in new book ‘Vinyl NYC,’ highlighting independent record stores

By Emily Swanson Conversation…

two people riding moped responsible for drive-by robbery pattern

Hell on two wheels: Moped-riding thieves in Bronx attack pedestrians in drive-by robbery pattern

By Robert Pozarycki Conversation…

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