Street vendors push for legitimacy
A City Council member is sponsoring a new bill that would lift the caps on permits for street vendors, who advocates say serve a vital and underrated function in New…
Tech startup will call Port Morris home
Doran Jones, a new IT company that will partner with Per Scholas, is set to open in May, bringing 150 new jobs to Port Morris.
Residents prepare for big changes on the waterfront
While city officials and developers alike are bullish on Mott Haven, residents and activists worry that several ambitious development projects to transform the neighborhood risk creating a community of haves…
Housing advocacy group fights for tenants’ rights
The legendary Melrose advocacy group, Nos Quedamos, says it's time to harness the neighborhood's community gardens and use them for the good of all residents.
Canvassers sought for Participatory Budgeting 2015
Canvassers sought for participatory budgeting door-to-door work.
Port Morris at forefront of digital revolution
Four startups shared their vision for the future of the South Bronx's suddenly growing tech industry.
Digital.NYC event scheduled in Port Morris
The Digital.NYC, a hub for the city’s tech ecosystem, will present the Bronx stop of its Five-Borough Tour, a series of public events recently announced by Mayor de Blasio to introduce New…
Conference addresses rapidly rising rents
Participants at a conference on gentrification sounded a warning about local renters' ability to keep up with the cost of housing in Mott Haven and Melrose.