October festival to celebrate Harlem River
Following a summer of planning to expand recreational access to the Bronx shore of the Harlem River and to the river itself, the Harlem River Working Group will throw a…
Arroyo wins Assembly primary
Incumbent Carmen Arroyo fought off two challengers in a Sept. 13 primary to reclaim her seat atop the Democratic ticket for the 48th Assembly District that includes Mott Haven and…
FreshDirect begins accepting food stamps
But local opposition gains momentum despite company’s new pilot program Shoppers from Mott Haven and Port Morris who rely on food stamps to buy their groceries will now be able…
Hunts Point Hustle to celebrate Greenway
Party in the park will follow 5-k road race This year’s Hunts Point Hustle won’t be just a road race. It will be a party, too. The annual event sponsored…
Group digs in against FreshDirect
Mott Haven residents suing FreshDIrect to ensure pollution concerns are addressed, will urge more residents to join in their fight for stricter environmental measures.
No-bid deal could enrich political fixer
An investigative report by the Herald has found that three well-connected men stand to profit from a planned multi-use complex in Mott Haven, after the city let them hold onto…
Community activist Joe Perez, remembered
After a long battle with cancer, community activist Joe Perez died in May. He was commemorated with a mural at Bronx Community and Cultural Garden on Aug. 12.
Mayor drops in on Mott Haven
Mayor Bloomberg came to National Night Out at St. Mary's Park in Mott Haven on Aug. 7 to praise police from the 40th Precinct for their efforts to bring down…