Bronx organizers propose alternative rezoning plan
South Bronx community organizers opposing the city’s Jerome Avenue rezoning plan unveiled their own counter-proposal that would seek to get the community involved in the area's future.
Time running out for public to comment on contaminated development site
The public has until October 15 (next Saturday) to submit comments to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) about a developer’s plans to build residential towers on…
Councilman fights myths about ex-cons’ voter rights
Councilman Rafael Salamanca wants to make sure that New Yorkers who have spent time in jail aren’t duped into believing they can’t vote. Former felons, like everyone else, have until…
Green Worker Cooperatives celebrates Sancochazo
The summer heat broke just in time for The Big Bronx Sancochazo at Brook Park on Sept. 24. GreenWorker Cooperatives sponsored the Saturday program to inform residents about their organization…
DV survivors need enhanced services, survey finds
A recent study of domestic violence victims living in the Bronx shows that 55 percent of 140 victims surveyed couldn’t pay their rent and more than a quarter are living…
New series featuring Bronx artists kicks off
Artists, pedestrians and performers danced in the heart of Mott Haven on Oct. 1 in celebration of the launch of an ambitious new outdoor cultural project.
Residents hope to transform closed treatment center
Residents at a public gathering on Oct. 1 at BronxArtSpace said yes to converting a shuttered health care facility into an arts facility, and no to housing or another methadone…
Latin American artists on display
This year's Bronx Latin American Art Biennial features ten artists from Latin America and the Bronx. This year's exhibit centers on the artists' creative process.