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…
Lincoln Medical Center director shares his thoughts
When Jose Sanchez took over as executive director at Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center in 1998, officials weren’t paying enough attention to Mott Haven. It was a neglected neighborhood…
From the editor: Sonia from the Bronx
The children were acting up as only excited children can. They bounced; they clambered over one another; their din filled the Lovinger Theater at Lehman College. Their excitement was understandable.…
In the News, Nov 1-7
Seven runners in the 2010 New York City Marathon will be running to raise funds for children’s services for the non-profit, BronxWorks, formerly known as Citizens Advice Bureau. Anyone wishing…