Charter school to open in September
Local children will have access to a method of teaching often used by expensive private schools, but never by a New York City public school when a new charter school…
Science discussions held at SweetWater’s
Scientists from city universities will continue to lead informal get-togethers and discussions about wide-ranging topics at SweetWaters Restaurant in Mott Haven on the last Mondays of the month. The Bronx…
South Bronx Food Co-op closes its doors
While the South Bronx Food Co-Op's store on Third Avenue is closing, some current members are still trying to bring fresh food to the South Bronx.
Green jobs, green city: a special report
The economy may be recovering, but you wouldn’t know it in Mott Haven, Melrose and Port Morris, where, officially, one of every five adults is unemployed, a number that overlooks…
SoBro gets students ready for green economy
Throwaways become the basis for a fashion business The adage “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is being given new meaning by a group of high school seniors working…
Will city pull plug on help for Port Morris business?
Manufacturers worry about budget cuts for industrial zones The city is moving to eliminate funds for a program to help manufacturing businesses in Port Morris, leaving their proprietors worried that…
Proposed budget cuts threaten adult education
Pending cuts to the city’s budget threaten to derail long-running adult literacy programs across the five boroughs, taking some of Gotham’s poorest down with them, advocates fear. The Mayor’s proposed…
Earth Fest reaches out with music and games
The Bronx throws a party for Earth Day’s 40th birthday Legendary emcee Grandmaster Caz has been packing parties in the South Bronx since 1974, but none quite like the one…