UPDATE Fordham Manor: Man Sought in Connection to Robbery Spree

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is advising the public of two robberies which have also been identified since they shared a request for the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached video who they said was sought in connection to an attempted commercial robbery in Fordham Manor on April 2.

UPDATE Crotona: Police Arrest Man Sought in Connection with Fatal Shooting on East Tremont Ave

By SÍLE MOLONEY & DAVID GREENE

The NYPD said of Wednesday, April 17, that they have arrested a 31-year-old man, sought in connection with the fatal shooting of a 29-year-old man in the Crotona section of The Bronx last month

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Early Voting & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Free Tax Prep & More!

Torres Announces $18,171,279 in Federal Funds for Community Projects

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) announced $18,171,279 in federal funding for community projects across New York’s 15th Congressional District on Thursday, March 21. The funding, which his office said was secured through the Fiscal Year 2024 appropriations process, will support a range of initiatives aimed at improving infrastructure, expanding access to healthcare, and enhancing educational opportunities for constituents.

Fordham Manor: HPD Launches Housing Lottery Described as Affordable for Units at 2754 Creston Avenue

By SÍLE MOLONEY

NYC Department of Housing, Preservation & Development (HPD) has launched a housing lottery described as affordable for units at 2754 Creston Avenue, a 6-story, residential building in the Fordham Manor section of The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY. Designed by Rise Architecture, and developed by Alfred Mitaj of First Structure LLC, the structure yields 22 residential units.

NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission to Hold Hearing on Proposed Changes to Sidewalk Cafés

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) announced on Friday, March 15, that a public hearing on proposed amendments to existing City rules relating to roadway and sidewalk cafés will be held on April 16 at 9.30 a.m. The hearing was due to be held on March 19 but has since been postoned to the April date.

Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

UPDATE Marble Hill: Two Sought for Armed Robbery of Delivery Worker

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying the people seen in the attached photo and video who they say are wanted in connection with a robbery that occurred in Marble Hill.

Bedford Park: Man Sought for Attempted Robbery, Shoots at Store Employee amid Struggle

By SÍLE MOLONEY & DAVID GREENE

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached photo who they say is wanted in connection to an attempted robbery and assault that occurred inside a Bedford Park store on Saturday.

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UPDATE Fordham Manor: Man Sought in Connection to Robbery Spree

UPDATE Crotona: Police Arrest Man Sought in Connection with Fatal Shooting on East Tremont Ave

Neighborhood Notes: Prom Dress & Suit Drive, Yankees Youth Leadership Award, Early Voting & More!

Torres Announces $18,171,279 in Federal Funds for Community Projects

Fordham Manor: HPD Launches Housing Lottery Described as Affordable for Units at 2754 Creston Avenue

NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission to Hold Hearing on Proposed Changes to Sidewalk Cafés

Neighborhood Notes: SYEP Deadline Extended, HBCU Fair, Small Business Grants & More!

UPDATE Marble Hill: Two Sought for Armed Robbery of Delivery Worker

Bedford Park: Man Sought for Attempted Robbery, Shoots at Store Employee amid Struggle