Community groups seek answers, as public funding shrinks
As the impact from the pandemic’s first punch gradually diminishes and New York City wrestles
Nos Quedamos
New Melrose park dedicated to relentless community activist
A new park in Melrose will go by the name of a legendary community fighter.
Melrose throws a party
This year marks the seventh annual Make Music Winter Festival, a city-wide celebration of Puerto Rican culture.
Entrepreneur preaches web access for all
Port Morris startup helps low-income residents log on A Port Morris startup is looking to ensure
Rafael Salamanca voted to City Council
Community Board 2’s district manager wins special election to replace Maria del Carmen Arroyo Rafael
Young leaders get a seat at the table
For the first time, Melrose-based community development group Nos Quedamos brought four young people among its delegation to the prestigious SOMOS el Futuro conference in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Housing advocacy group fights for tenants’ rights
The legendary Melrose advocacy group, Nos Quedamos, says it’s time to harness the neighborhood’s community gardens and use them for the good of all residents.
Conference addresses rapidly rising rents
Participants at a conference on gentrification sounded a warning about local renters’ ability to keep up with the cost of housing in Mott Haven and Melrose.