Plans afoot to green Port Morris waterfront
A multi-year initiative calling for new green space in Mott Haven and Port Morris, is expected to include the creation of a park on the eastern edge of 132nd Street,…
Program brings local kids closer to nature
Sustainable Saturdays was inspired by the desire of current Green Generations students to get outside and connect with nature, according to Adrienne Heim, a former school teacher in Mott Haven…
Annual Easter Egg Hunt planned in St. Mary’s Park
Volunteers from several local and citywide organizations will help organize this year's event.
St. Mary’s needs overhaul, residents say
A small amount of city funding to fix a playground at St. Mary’s Park has opened up a conversation about fixing the South Bronx’s biggest park, for the first time…
Willis Ave. garden gets new look
The WIllis Ave. Community Garden has reopened, thanks to residents who collaborated with the New York Restoration Project to get it done. Some welcome the changes while others look back…
Residents debate Randall’s Island access
The city plans to finish building the Randall's Island Connector next year; meanwhile, local residents and planners want to ensure the South Bronx gets easy access to the island's recreational…
LGBTQ Bronxites show their pride
Despite gloomy weather, Crotona Park was a bright rainbow hue for the Bronx LGBTQ Pride and Health Fair on July 19.
“El Canario” captivates St. Mary’s crowd
The sound of salsa echoed through St. Mary’s Park, as hundreds listened to Dominican vocalist José Alberto, also known as "El Canario," in helping to celebrate Fania Records' 50th anniversary.