Fat Joe draws attention to teen center at Mott Haven Library
Hip Hop artist Fat Joe was a surprise visitor to the Mott Haven Library’s new teen center last week, drawing attention to its recording studio for teens to create and…
How much will your Thanksgiving dinner cost?
Editor’s note: Here is an update on last week’s holiday dinner story and price table, reflecting price reductions ranging up to 22% that most stores have made since last week…
A Walk of Hope: a compassionate mission in the South Bronx
Every Wednesday, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m., the routine is the same for Martin (Marty) Rogers and his companion, Mary Anne Christopher. They load up a variety of food supplies…
CUNY teacher education program aims to boost tech equity
Students attending an evening class at the City University of New York attempt to persuade the artificial intelligence site chatGPT to debate with them on important issues in education. By…
Mott Haven pharmacies persist amid industry shakeup
First, Rite Aid declared bankruptcy, then CVS and Walgreens staff walked out. The turmoil has been dubbed “Pharmageddon.” Yet the South Bronx’s independent pharmacies persist, even gaining business since Mott…
Big Brothers Big Sisters wants The Bronx to be big
An intimate gathering of about 25 local residents at the Bronx Brewery marked the launch of the latest Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC drive to enlist mentors from the…
Port Morris rally calls attention to need for public access to waterfront
Wooden benches and lounge chairs now line a section of the Harlem River, along with bistro tables and chairs, greenery and an accessible walking path. All of it is open to…
Mott Haven creative helps open spaces to young talent
On a rainy Friday evening, dozens of people made their way to Lincoln Hospital. No one was injured, instead it was the opposite – they were coming for a celebration…