9/11 gave birth to Mott Haven enterprise
When banks refused to help a fledgling company grow, the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corporation stepped in with advice and access to funds.
Free films shown first Thursdays at Bruckner
The documentary “P-Star Rising,” which follows a 9-year-old girl who hopes to become a rap star and her relationship with her single father, will be aired on Thursday, February 3…
Bronx culture trolley set to roll again on Feb 2
The Bronx Culture Trolley will roll again on Wednesday, February 2, picking up passengers at the Longwood Art Gallery at Grand Concourse and 149th St at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30…
Cooking grease stirs debate in Port Morris
A proposal that clean air advocates say will cut air pollution nationally has some Port Morris residents saying “Maybe so, but what about our air?” They expressed concern about a…
Recycler seeks public comment
A public informational meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 19 between 5 and 7 p.m. for residents to learn more about a proposed facility in Port Morris that would recycle…
Registration open for NYC History Day
Middle school and high school teachers are encouraged to register themselves and their classes for 2011 New York City History Day. The education program engages students in grades 6-12 in…
New jobs coming to Port Morris
Two dozen new “green” jobs are on the way to Port Morris, between now and the end of 2012, most of which will be reserved for low-income residents to fill.…
Puerto Rican delegates lose ground
Delegates of Puerto Rico and other US territories will no longer be allowed to vote on the floor of the House of Representatives in Washington D.C., one of a number…