The South Bronx’s economy grows amid challenges
The South Bronx has shown impressive economic growth in recent years, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s the conclusion of a new report released Tuesday by State…
BronxNet: New location, more tech for Bronx visual creatives
Mott Haven is now home to a futuristic television, film and video studio designed to propel creative Bronxites to a national level. BronxNet, the local news and public access station,…
Bronx jobless rate continues to improve, but still more than double the national rate
Bronx County’s unemployment rate is recovering from 2020 pandemic highs, but it remains the highest in New York State, according to new data released by the state Labor Department. While…
Hunts Point to receive a $140 million investment under mayor’s recovery plan
Hunts Point is slated to receive a $140 million investment, under a new economic recovery plan for the city that Mayor Eric Adams has announced. The recovery initiative, called, “Rebuild,…
Bronx on its way to economic recovery, says State Comptroller
After a decade of economic growth, the Bronx took a heavy hit from the pandemic, according to a new report by the State Comptroller’s office. The crisis affected the Bronx…
Options for finding Bronx-based employment and training
As restrictions from COVID-19 loosen and more Bronx residents return to work or seek work, there are multiple local outlets dedicated to helping those still out of work find their…
Nathalia Fernandez’s plan for a greener Bronx
State Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernandez, a candidate for Bronx borough president, last week released a comprehensive plan for creating a more sustainable and green Bronx. The purpose, she said, is to…