Local businesses turn to Go Fund Me campaigns to keep doors open
While the COVID-19 pandemic has been called by many The Great Equalizer, black and brown business owners in the Bronx haven’t shared in that sentiment. Recently, a report from The…
Five local public charter schools recognized for academic achievement
Six Bronx charter public schools were honored for academic achievement, earning 2019-20 “Recognition Schools” awards from the State Education Department. Of the six, five are located in the South Bronx:…
Updated list of Bronx Covid-19 testing sites
A new testing site for coronavirus opened in Morrisania on Friday. Testing is available in the parking lot of Gotham Health at 1225 Gerard Avenue. The clinic is part of…
Longwood grocers jacking up prices during COVID-19 pandemic, claims community group
But supermarkets deny it, say they’ve just stopped sale pricing Supermarkets in the South Bronx have been serving a side of sticker shock along with the usual food staples, claims…
Bronx coalition aims to raise $10 million for residents hurt by virus’ impact
Bronx community, political and business leaders have announced an initiative to raise $10 million to assist Bronx residents and businesses most in need as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.…
NYC Football Club to donate 100,000 meals in South Bronx
The South Bronx-based New York City Football Club has announced it will donate 100,000 meals to local residents, to help ease the hardships caused by the Covid-19 outbreak. The soccer…
Bronx businesses ask: Where’s that promised Covid-19 help?
Business is down 90 percent at Metro Optics since the Coronavirus hit, and only one of its five Bronx branches remains open. Still, owner John Bonizio has continued to pay…
Officials urge Cuomo, de Blasio to act on ‘uneven’ Covid-19 death toll
By Ese Olumhense and Ann Choi, THE CITY. This story was originally published on April 8 by THE CITY. Gov. Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio last month Photo:…