Rapid testing site opens in Williamsbridge
Gov. Andrew Cuomo has announced the opening of 11 new rapid testing sites in the city, including one in the Bronx, that could yield results in as quickly as 30…
Six Bronx Junior Photo League students recognized for artistic work
Six Bronx Junior Photo League students who submitted work to the 2021 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards received regional recognition for 39 pieces of photography, film, writing and art portfolios.…
More than food: Period supplies arrive at local community fridges
As a young mom, Chantal Alison-Konteh had a village of people around her to assist with all aspects of parenthood. She quickly realized, however, that not all moms had this…
‘I think we’re live,’ Septimo hosts first virtual town hall
Amanda Septimo, the new state Assembly member who represents much of the South Bronx, wants to demystify politics for her constituents. She hosted her first virtual town hall session Monday…
Bronx Sees Recent Drop in COVID-19 Positivity Rate
Positive cases of COVID-19 in the Bronx have started to decline, according to data released by the state Department of Health. The overall Bronx “positivity” rate declined to 6.11%…
Senate leader Schumer to discuss future of Bronx businesses
The future of Bronx businesses will be the focus of a Bronx Chamber of Commerce discussion with Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer at an open forum on Tuesday, Feb. 16,…
Cleanup proposed for South Bronx parking site
The New York State Department of Health and the Department of Environmental Conservation are accepting public comments pertaining to its plan to clean up a contaminated site in Mott Haven…
Indoor dining returns in time for Valentine’s Day surge
Valentine’s Day is always a big night for restaurants, but two South Bronx eateries see this year’s celebration as something really special – the start of a path back to…