Putting remote learning in reach: Areté helps connect students to classrooms
How do you move the classrooms of over one million students from their schools to their homes? How do you ensure students that lack internet access aren’t left in the…
City promises tablets to NYCHA seniors in Mott Haven
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced Wednesday the city will provide tablets with internet service to seniors living in NYCHA housing in Mott Haven. De Blasio said the tablets, provided in…
Mayor announces indicators to track coronavirus
The Yankees were supposed to play a three-game set against the Texas Rangers this week if Major League Baseball had not been put on hold by the coronavirus. But Mayor…
Bronx sees 2200% increase in unemployment claims
“Amar from the Bronx” called into the Brian Lehrer Show, a radio program that covers local and national issues, on Monday during the segment “Your Unemployment Questions Answered.” He hasn’t…
Bronx Covid-19 data (updated daily)
The Mott Haven Herald will bring you updates of COVID-19’s impact on the Bronx daily. Our data is provided by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygeiene.…
Andrew Yang pledges $1 million in coronavirus relief to the Bronx
Former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang is bringing some financial relief to the Bronx and beyond. Yang announced that he will be giving $1 million to Bronx residents financially impacted…
New York Public Library branches close due to coronavirus (COVID-19)
The New York Public Library announced that it will close all locations due to health concerns surrounding coronavirus (COVID-19). Library locations will be closed to the public beginning Saturday, March…
What is OMNY? Our guide for Bronx commuters.
This month, Bronx residents may see something unfamiliar as they board the 2, 5 and 6 lines. The MTA will be rolling out its new OMNY contactless fare payment system…