South Bronx United raises over $400,000 at annual benefit
At South Bronx United’s 2023 Annual Benefit, the nonprofit organization that uses soccer to affect the lives of young people in the Bronx raised a total of $405,000. Hundreds of…
Three South Bronx groups win funding for environmental justice projects
Three South Bronx groups will share $300,000 in state funding for separate environmental justice initiatives that include monitoring localized air pollution, tree planting and engaging young people in environmental action.…
SantaCon comes to the South Bronx
Bronx residents no longer have to make the trek to Manhattan to enjoy SantaCon. Dozens of people dressed as Santas, reindeer, and even lit-up Christmas trees bar-hopped all over Mott…
Sixty-four years later, the pizza is still golden
Sixty-four years have passed since the pizza oven was first ignited at E 138th and Brook Avenue, and today, the pizza produced in that oven lives up to its name:…
First Bronx vegan expo helps build a healthier borough
Raidirys Rivas McCray defines herself as “a borderline activist, but cute.” Dressed in a fashionable cream sweatsuit with pink shoes, she warmly greets everyone she comes across at the Andrew…
Bronx Hip-Hop themed escape room offers family fun
Ten-year-old Benjamin, his dad, sister and escape room teammates grab some props to pose for a photo after completing their first escape room together. The Bronx has its first-ever hip-hop…
Community Board 1 selects a new chair
In a heated contest between familiar rivals, youth educator Clarisa Alayeto edged out one-term incumbent Arline Parks at Bronx Community Board 1’s Nov. 30 vote for chairperson. The vote was…
The South Bronx’s economy grows amid challenges
The South Bronx has shown impressive economic growth in recent years, despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. That’s the conclusion of a new report released Tuesday by State…