Betances Houses hosts second annual Green Day
Dozens of residents from local housing projects came together on June 29 in order to promote anti-violence for young people at the second annual Green Day, a community effort to…
Governor announces $10 million infusion for South Bronx
The governor was at Boricua College on July 3 to announce $10 million in state investment for parts of the South Bronx.
Exhibit explores Bronx women photographers’ perspectives
A new exhibit at the Longwood Art Gallery at Hostos trains its lens on motherhood, sexuality, immigration and race through the eyes of seven Bronx women of color.
dreamBronx’s middle school program invests in students’ futures
The faith-based A House on Beekman program serves families that live between East 138 and 143 streets.
Revitalized community garden opens on College Ave.
A small, rectangular lot on College Avenue that until two years ago sat vacant in the shadow of tall buildings is now on its way to becoming an oasis, thanks…
Proposed national gun policy could pose a threat to New Yorkers
Local initiatives to combat gun violence in New York City may not be enough to undo the harm that could be done if a policy proposal being pushed by the…
NYCHA resident fights for community garden
The goal is to convert the former garden space in the center of the Mill Brook Houses complex into an active community garden with produce, flowers, a seating area and…
Bronxites push back against proposed rent hikes
The NYC Rent Guidelines Board is considering an increase of 0.75% and 2.75% for one-year lease renewals, and 1.75% to 3.75% for two-year renewals. Tenants packed a public hearing at…