Hundreds mark Mexican Independence Day
A celebration of Mexican Independence Day attracted 500 people, and marked the first public display of ethnic pride for the neighborhood’s growing Mexican population.
Mark-Viverito wins re-election
Incumbent defeats five opponents handily, promising she won't forget Mott Haven in her split district.
Arroyo swamps Pabon to retain Council seat
Councilwoman will continue to represent Melrose, Hunts Point and Longwood.
Tuesday is primary day: Get out and vote!
Polls will be open on Sept. 10 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. You can find your polling place by calling 1-866-VOTE-NYC or visiting http://nyc.pollsitelocator.com/Search.aspx If no candidate wins 40…
Serrano opposes Syria strike
The United States should not take military action against Syria, Rep. Jose E. Serrano, who represents Hunts Point and Longwood in the U.S. House of Representatives, declared this week. “I…
Movie will confront Latino homophobia
An award-winning play about Latino attitudes toward homosexuality in the South Bronx is being turned into a movie and filmed in Mott Haven and other parts of the South Bronx.…
Money gap narrows in council race
City Council candidate Maria del Carmen Arroyo is closing the money gap with her challenger Julio Pabon, new filings with the city’s Campaign Finance Board show.<!–more–> The finance board, which…
From The Bronx to Baghdad and back
Bronx Documentary Center founder Mike Kamber spoke about his experiences covering the war in Iraq, at BronxArtSpace on Aug. 28.