NYC Reckons with Darkness of COVID-19 Pandemic as Brighter Future for Hart Island Unveiled

By SÍLE MOLONEY

NYC Department of Parks & Recreation announced on Nov. 15 the launch of free public tours to Hart Island, the City’s public cemetery and final resting place of over one million individuals. Seemingly shrouded in mystery, it is the largest public cemetery in the country and has served New York City since 1869.

Op-Ed: The Great American Smoke Out & Lung Cancer Awareness Month

By ANGELA HANSON

The third Thursday in November is designated as the Great American Smoke Out (GASO), which is observed annually. GASO is a potent reminder to smokers to make the commitment to live a smoke-free life and encourages smokers to stop smoking as the first step towards living a healthier lifestyle.

Mayor Hosts Round Table with Faith Leaders to Stem Uptick in Hate Crimes

By SÍLE MOLONEY

New York City Mayor Eric Adams convened a meeting on Monday, Nov. 13, with Jewish, Muslim, and Christian faith and community leaders in the wake of a recent spike in hate crimes across both the Jewish and Muslim communities since Oct. 7, when Hamas launched a terrorist attack on Israeli civilians, kidnapping around 240 others, and Israel launched a subsequent counteroffensive on Gaza.

Bronx Community College Students Commute Safely on New Shuttle Bus

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Community College (BCC) students can now commute safely to and from their homes to the college thanks to a new shuttle bus service made possible by a $325,000 State and Municipal (SAM) grant from State Sen. Gustavo Rivera (S.D. 33).

Fordham Heights: Torres Awards $800K for Urban Farming Program in 20 Schools

By SÍLE MOLONEY

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15) has awarded $800,000 in community project funding to New York Sun Works, a local nonprofit dedicated to integrating the science of sustainability and climate education into K-12 urban schools. Torres visited X225 Theatre Arts Production Company School in Fordham Heights on Monday, Oct. 30, to see their hydroponic program in action and to formally make the check presentation in a classroom dedicated to the program.

NY Lottery: TAKE 5 Top-Prize Ticket Sold in The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York Lottery announced that one top-prize winning ticket was sold in The Bronx for the Nov. 21 TAKE 5 midday drawing. Lottery officials said the ticket was sold at MD 1511 Meat & Produce Corp, located at 1511 Metropolitan Avenue in Parkchester, and was worth $18,800.50.

Bedford Park: Building Applications Filed with DOB for 14-Story Residential Building at 3059 Valentine Avenue

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Building applications have been filed with NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) for a new, 14-story, mixed-use building at 3059 Valentine Avenue in the Bedford Park section of The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY.

NY Lottery: TAKE 5 Top-Prize Ticket Sold in The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York Lottery announced that one top-prize winning ticket, worth $39,279, was sold at 2363 Rosewood Grocery Inc., located at 3261-63 White Plains Road in the Olinville section of The Bronx, for the Nov. 17 TAKE 5 evening drawing.

Hostos Community College Recognized for High-Quality Education of Students

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Hostos Community College officials announced on Monday, Nov. 13, that the college has been recognized for three “significant” national accolades which its representatives say highlight the college’s commitment to academic excellence and student success.