Arroyo opponent’s lawsuit dismissed
A judge ruled that there will be no new Democratic primary for the state Assembly's 84th District, which includes Mott Haven and Melrose, dismissing a lawsuit by one of the…
Herald reporter wins scholarship
The New York Press Club honored a Mott Haven Herald reporter with a scholarship for his stories for the Herald.
FreshDirect hires Majora Carter
Majora Carter, the noted South Bronx environmentalist, has been hired by FreshDirect to combat opposition to its relocation to Mott Haven. Carter’s husband James Chase, the communications director for her…
Puerto Rican nationalist’s art on display
Artist Jose Buscaglia's critical view of the Puerto Rican government's pro-US policies is front-and-center in a number of his pieces being shown at Longwood Art Gallery through Nov. 8.
Farrakhan leads march against violence
Louis Farrakhan denounced violence at Forest Houses in Morrisania on Sept. 23. A four-year-old boy was killed at the housing complex in July, brought down by a stray bullet.
Latin American exhibit showcases local artist
A Latin American art exhibition will be showing through the end of September. It will include the work of Morrisania-based, Ecuadorean abstract artist Amaru Chiza.
Teens behind area robbery spike
Young people spur robbery surge in Mott Haven, prompting a strong response from the 40th Precinct.
Seniors demand city reopen activity center
Retirees who have depended on Betances Senior Center on St. Ann's Ave. as a place to meet friends are worried delays in repairs mean the city has no plans to…