Lawsuit fails to block Bronx primaries
Though a federal court judge ordered Democratic primaries in the Bronx to go ahead as scheduled on Sept. 13, she told plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging fraud by high-ranking county…
Film series highlights womens’ documentaries
The Women’s Film Series wraps up on Sat., Sept. 10 at 8 p.m. with Peacekeepers: A Journey of a Thousand Miles.
St. Mary’s Park to get major upgrades, mayor announces
The parks department selected parks that have received insufficient funding in the past and that are located in densely populated areas.
Lawsuit alleges massive fraud by Bronx Democrats
In an effort to maintain its stranglehold on elected office in the Bronx, the leaders of the borough’s Democratic Party have carried out an elaborate scheme to rig the makeup…
Festival brings a taste of Ghana to Crotona Park
Africans from across the city celebrated Ghanaian culture at the 7th annual Afro Cultural Parade and Festival in Crotona Park on Aug. 13.
Residents hopeful new NYPD commish will focus on community relations
Assemblyman Michael Blake said an incident in which an officer used force on him in July is symptomatic of how NYPD treats black citizens. The NYPD denies the cop was…
Art extravaganza gets mixed reviews
Glitz, glam, and nostalgia were on display in Port Morris for three days this weekend, as the neighborhood played host to the “No Commission NY Art Fair,” and a small…
Wonky upstart announces Assembly run
Jackson Strong will try to unseat Carmen Arroyo, the 80-year-old incumbent who has held the 84th District Assembly seat since 1994, in the Sept. 13 Democratic primary. The townhouse renovator…