UPDATE Torres and AOC Write to Governor Opposing NYS DOT’s Cross Bronx Expressway Connector Roads Plan

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Congressmembers Ritchie Torres (NY-15) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) announced on Nov. 18 that they have written to New York Gov. Kathy Hochul opposing the New York State Department of Transportation’s latest plans for a connector road in the South Bronx.

UPDATE Fordham Manor: No Injuries Reported following Residential Fire at 2395 Grand Concourse

By SÍLE MOLONEY

There were no reported injuries following a residential fire in Fordham on Sunday night according to the FDNY.

Kingsbridge: Man Sought following Group Assault at 5716 Broadway

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached video and photos who they said is wanted in connection to an assault that occurred in Kingsbridge.

UPDATE Norwood: Brush Fire Breaks Out in Williamsbridge Oval

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The FDNY said a brush fire broke out in the Williamsbridge Oval park in Norwood on Saturday night, Nov. 16.

Bronx H.S. of Science Student Honored by Girl Scouts for Advocacy of Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Sarah Lin, a senior at Bedford Park’s Bronx High School of Science, has been chosen as Girl Scouts of Greater New York’s (GSGNY) 2024 Future Woman of Distinction, and was honored for her exemplary leadership and advocacy according to the organization. GSGNY presented Lin with the prestigious award at its 32nd Annual Women of Distinction breakfast on October 30.

Health Check: Do You Mind? How to Think Like a Teen

By OLIVIA DERELLA

While I work with teens, parents often come to me with questions like: What is my kid watching on their phone all day? Why do they ask for independence but avoid responsibilities? When I try to give advice, why do they get angry with me?

UPDATE ATF Raids Decatur Avenue Home after Years of Complaints

By By DAVID GREENE

After years of complaints about a Norwood home allegedly taken over by a local gang, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) was joined by members of the NYPD in executing a search warrant and raid of the dilapidated building located at 3267 Decatur Avenue at 6 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 4.

Norwood: P.S. / M.S. 20 Hosts High School Fair

By ARIEL PACHECO

Norwood’s P.S. / M.S. 20 – P.O. George J. Werdann, III hosted a high school fair on Friday, Nov. 8, in conjunction with the Office of the Bronx Brough President, providing prospective students with the opportunity to connect with representatives from over 50 schools.

Passage of City Council FARE Act Eliminates Broker Fees for Renters

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Renters received some positive news this week when it was annouonced that Brooklyn City Council Member Chi Ossé’s bill, Intro 360, The Fairness in Apartment Rental Expenses (FARE) Act, passed with a supermajority of 42 votes in the New York City Council, on Thursday, Nov. 14.