City life through the lens of Jamel Shabazz
A group of Black children are exultant as they cram into a shopping cart being wheeled down the streets of Brooklyn in 1980. This “Time of Innocence” photo is among…
Port Morris business owner hails benefits of Puerto Rican Day Parade
Stretching down several blocks of Fifth Avenue, vibrant parade floats will fill the streets once again this Sunday, celebrating Puerto Rico’s culture and legacy at the 65th National Puerto Rican…
Can $4 million paint Mott Haven green?
Federal funds aim to build on grassroots training programs Chances are you’ve heard it all before. New York’s 16th Congressional District, which includes Mott Haven, Melrose and Port Morris, is…
Earth Fest reaches out with music and games
The Bronx throws a party for Earth Day’s 40th birthday Legendary emcee Grandmaster Caz has been packing parties in the South Bronx since 1974, but none quite like the one…
‘Scholars’ find haven in Mott Haven
Foster children thrive at Haven Academy When the “scholars” of Mott Haven Academy returned to school after a recent week-long midwinter break, they weren’t frowning or complaining about their lost…