Seniors demand city reopen activity center
Retirees who have depended on Betances Senior Center on St. Ann's Ave. as a place to meet friends are worried delays in repairs mean the city has no plans to…
Arroyo wins Assembly primary
Incumbent Carmen Arroyo fought off two challengers in a Sept. 13 primary to reclaim her seat atop the Democratic ticket for the 48th Assembly District that includes Mott Haven and…
Group digs in against FreshDirect
Mott Haven residents suing FreshDIrect to ensure pollution concerns are addressed, will urge more residents to join in their fight for stricter environmental measures.
No-bid deal could enrich political fixer
An investigative report by the Herald has found that three well-connected men stand to profit from a planned multi-use complex in Mott Haven, after the city let them hold onto…
Mayor drops in on Mott Haven
Mayor Bloomberg came to National Night Out at St. Mary's Park in Mott Haven on Aug. 7 to praise police from the 40th Precinct for their efforts to bring down…
For young and undocumented, a reprieve
Although some people in the US without legal status will benefit from a recent change in immigration policy, reform advocates argue it's not nearly enough.
Hundreds seek FreshDirect jobs
More than 200 people have applied to work at FreshDirect since the on-line grocer signed an agreement to consider Bronx residents screened by the Bronx Overall Economic Development Corp., according…
Elected officials release capital budgets
Harlem River Yards among biggest beneficiaries Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is committing $1 million to clean up the Harlem River Yards site where food company FreshDirect is scheduled to…