BronxWorks nonprofit launches fatherhood center
An area nonprofit is offering an array of free services for fathers of all ages.BronxWork’s Fatherhood Center is launching workshops starting on Monday, Feb. 13 at its Workforce Development main…
Mitchel Houses hosts Clothing for Careers
Mitchel Houses Community Center was the setting for a half-day event where Mott Haven and Port Morris residents got a chance to dress for success. Collections of lightly-worn business casual…
New protections in effect for “deliveristas.” Workers say more are needed.
Miguel, an immigrant from Mexico, has struggled ever since he began making food deliveries on his e-scooter around the South Bronx in 2014. Once, he was knocked off his bicycle…
With unemployment benefits coming to a halt, what kind of hit will New Yorkers take?
The City reports that more than a million and a half New Yorkers will lose their unemployment benefits as of this weekend. A lawyer for Legal Aid says “It is…
How New Yorkers Cut Out of Unemployment and Stimulus Checks Can Tap $2.1B Fund
This article was originally published on Apr 8 at 5:44pm EDT by THE CITY Some 300,000 undocumented New Yorkers are now eligible for help under the historic Excluded Workers Fund…
Smaller Bronx businesses get local financial support
As the COVID-19 virus spread throughout New York City and restaurants were forced to rely solely on takeout and deliveries, Alfredo Angueira knew his restaurant, Beatstro, couldn’t rely on those…
Senate leader Schumer to discuss future of Bronx businesses
The future of Bronx businesses will be the focus of a Bronx Chamber of Commerce discussion with Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer at an open forum on Tuesday, Feb. 16,…