Protesters rally against SoBRO
A handful of protesters beat drums and held up protest signs in front of the offices of SoBRO, demonstrating against what they say is the organization’s cozy relationship with developers…
Julio Pabón says he’s still the outsider candidate
In running for the recently vacated 17th district city council seat that represents Melrose, Morrisania and Hunts Point, Julio Pabón finds himself in a familiar role: anti-establishment outsider.
Cop was hit by ‘friendly fire’
The police officer who was shot in the right ankle after responding to a massive melee that spilled onto the streets of Mott Haven, has undergone surgery at Lincoln Medical…
Conference revisits rezoning controversy
Hundreds packed into a South Bronx community center on Jan. 10, eager to lend their voices to the ongoing debate about a controversial rezoning plan they fear will price them…
Joann Otero hopes experience will woo voters in special election
Joann Otero, who was chief of staff for Maria del Carmen Arroyo during Arroyo’s 10 years as city councilwoman, is hoping her decade of service will help carry her into…
Bodegas adapt to healthier diets
The Healthy Bodega Initiative, launched by a coalition of community-based organizations, aims to educate South Bronx residents about healthier food choices.
Cop, suspect shot in Mott Haven melee
An after-hours altercation that spilled onto the streets from a Port Morris social club led to the wounding of an officer and six men involved in the fight on Jan.…
Aviva Davidson hangs up her dancing shoes
Aviva Davidson announced her retirement after 17 years as executive director of Longwood-based Dancing in the Streets.