Lawsuit fails to block Bronx primaries
Though a federal court judge ordered Democratic primaries in the Bronx to go ahead as scheduled on Sept. 13, she told plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging fraud by high-ranking county…
Lawsuit alleges massive fraud by Bronx Democrats
In an effort to maintain its stranglehold on elected office in the Bronx, the leaders of the borough’s Democratic Party have carried out an elaborate scheme to rig the makeup…
Festival brings a taste of Ghana to Crotona Park
Africans from across the city celebrated Ghanaian culture at the 7th annual Afro Cultural Parade and Festival in Crotona Park on Aug. 13.
Wonky upstart announces Assembly run
Jackson Strong will try to unseat Carmen Arroyo, the 80-year-old incumbent who has held the 84th District Assembly seat since 1994, in the Sept. 13 Democratic primary. The townhouse renovator…
Residents brace for waterfront development
Some residents attending an Aug. 4 forum Hostos Community College to discuss the future of the Lower Concourse North waterfront site, said they're nervous about high rise housing they fear…
Fundraising starts for September primary
Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr. has built an early fund-raising lead with big contributions from the Bronx Democratic Party machine and elected officials, along with numerous smaller contributions.
NYCHA drops bombshell on Mill Brook Houses
NYCHA residents and Community Board 1 put housing officials on notice at a June 30 meeting, saying they are out of patience with the city’s housing policies and plan to…
Rep. Serrano wins Democratic primary
Rep. Jose E. Serrano won the New York Democratic primary on June 28, trouncing the challenger, political newcomer Leonel Baez. Serrano won 8,343 to Baez’s 990. Serrano seeks to enter his…