Local street vendors join citywide scavenger hunt
The Street Vendor Project continued its third week scavenger hunt at the Roberto Clemente Plaza in Mott Haven last weekend. The month-long scavenger hunt runs from Nov. 14 to Dec.…
Melrose residents tell police drug use is out of control
“We understand you’re doing the best you can,” one frustrated resident and frequent meeting attendee, told officers. “But all our resources are being sucked down the drain by this drug…
Elected officials tell City to finish the plaza
Construction on Roberto Clemente Plaza in the Hub stalled when the project’s contractor filed for bankruptcy in 2015. Elected officials were joined by resident leaders on Aug. 28 to pressure…
Governor announces $10 million infusion for South Bronx
The governor was at Boricua College on July 3 to announce $10 million in state investment for parts of the South Bronx.
Roberto Clemente Plaza faces more delays
Disputes over contracts and financing have led to yet more delays in finishing construction of Roberto Clemente Plaza in the Hub, more than a decade after the city first proposed…
Synthetic pot stokes fears in Mott Haven
A form of synthetic marijuana known as K2 has made inroads in the Hub, worrying many that if it is not addressed quickly, the problem could spiral out of control.