Families

Mayor Touts Potential for Bronx Manufacturing Jobs after Meeting with President-Elect Donald Trump

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Amid criticism from some that his meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump, held Friday, Jan. 17, was used to discuss his federal legal case of alleged bribery around election campaign financing to which he has pleaded not guilty, New York City Mayor Eric Adams refuted suggestions the meeting was used for this purpose and said the discussion, among other topics, focused on bringing manufacturing jobs to New York City, particularly in The Bronx.  

Three Kings Event Brings Joy to Bronx Kids

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES
The Bronx Puerto Rican Day Parade Committee held its 2nd Annual Health & Resource Fair & Toy Giveaway to mark Three Kings Day (Jan. 6) on Saturday, Jan. 4. This year, the event was held at James Monroe Houses, located at 1780 Story Avenue in Soundview.

Health Check: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

By CLAIRE GARON
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Cervical cancer is a serious condition, but also one of the most preventable and treatable forms of cancer. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), about 11,500 new cases of cervical cancer are diagnosed each year in the United States.