Trump stumps in Crotona Park, while Bronx residents and elected officials protest
The former president and GOP nominee emphasized infrastructure during an hour-long speech on Thursday Donald Trump came to the South Bronx on Thursday, insisting…
The risks of riding: Women “deliveristas” in the South Bronx
After a long day of biking around the South Bronx as a deliverista, Maria Varela has learned to turn on her live location so her partner and other colleagues can…
Early childcare, youth services are on the mayor’s chopping block, worrying Bronx families
Proposed cuts to early child education in the mayor’s upcoming budget have some Bronx families on edge, in the face of rising costs for child care. At an April 22…
Members and alums of legendary Bronx youth club resist closure
Aleicia Hutchinson, 37, has fond memories of attending the Hoe Avenue Boys and Girls Club in Crotona Park East as a young girl growing up in West Farms. “I had…
Residents push for action on decades-old toxic spill in Melrose
Community urges state to ramp up clean-up efforts and boost transparency. Contamination at the site of a…
From Bronx teacher to Bronx dandy: Diego León’s social media empire
Ten years ago, Bronx preschool teacher Diego León was influencing students. Now, as the social media fashion brand Dandy in the Bronx, he influences thousands online, with a digital footprint…
From community journalist to Community Board 1 voice: Meet Sonyi Lopez
Advocacy, local journalism and community board membership all have one thing in common: they require community trust. Sonyi Lopez, chair of Bronx Community Board One’s new communications and technology committee,…