Angellyh Yambo Foundation working to save young lives
Mary Hernandez says she’s a private person who never dreamed of starting an organization. Yet a year ago, she launched the Angellyh Yambo Foundation to honor her great-niece, the victim…
First YMCA La Central “Brunch with Santa” event welcomed hundreds
Pancakes, eggs, hot chocolate, toys, and photos with Santa were some of the free offerings at Saturday’s inaugural “Brunch with Santa” event at YMCA La Central. But the most important…
Port Morris rally calls attention to need for public access to waterfront
Wooden benches and lounge chairs now line a section of the Harlem River, along with bistro tables and chairs, greenery and an accessible walking path. All of it is open to…
Bronx Halloween Parade celebrates 38 years
The Bronx celebrated Halloween on Saturday, the way it traditionally has for nearly four decades—with its annual parade. On Saturday, Oct. 30, The Bronx Halloween Parade celebrated 38 years of…
Domestic violence 5K event aims to raise awareness
Cesar Talor grew up with domestic violence. The 46-year-old said he was a “witness” to it, watching his father abuse his mother. So when his girlfriend invited him to the…
These Longwood empanadas make tourists salivate
Walk past Cancun Deli Grocery in Longwood on any given morning or early afternoon and chances are, crowds of tourists inside and outside are devouring empanadas. “I’ve tried Argentine empanadas…