Primaries 2024: Michael Heller Announces Candidacy for Re-Election as State Committee Member in A.D. 81

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Michael Heller announced Jan. 10 that he is running for re-election as a member of the New York State Democratic Committee, representing the 81st Assembly District, which covers much of the Northwest Bronx includes some or all of the neighborhoods of Norwood, Bedford Park, Wakefield, Woodlawn, Kingsbridge, Fieldston, Riverdale, North Riverdale and Spuyten Duyvil.

Health Check: Setting Goals for 2024 is as Easy as ABC

By CLAIRE GARON

Happy New Year and best wishes for a healthy, hopeful winter! In my job as a senior health educator at Montefiore outpatient clinics, I help patients make health goals. The new year is a perfect time to try new habits and behaviors. Today, we are going to use a method I call “Goal ABCs” to make a small goal with a big impact. Please grab a paper, or an electronic device, to take notes.

UPDATE Norwood: 39-Year-Old Man Reported Missing Now Found

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is appealing to the public for help locating a 39-year-old man from Norwood who is reported missing.

Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on Hopes for the New Year

By DAVID GREENE

This week, as we commence another new year, we asked readers their thoughts on their hopes for 2024.

Calls to Close Rikers Reignite after First Death in Custody of 2024 in City Jail Confirmed

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The first person to die in custody in New York City in 2024 was announced on Jan. 4. Latima Johnson, press officer with NYC Department of Correction (DOC) identified the person as Chima Williams, age 43. Johnson said Williams’ next of kin had been notified.

Bronx Woman Gets Two Years for Assaulting Metro-North Train Conductor

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Westchester County District Attorney Miriam E. Rocah and Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Chief of Police John Mueller announced on Thursday, Jan. 11, that a Bronx woman was sentenced to two years in state prison for assaulting a Metro-North Railroad conductor.

Creston Pharmacy Plays Santa in Bedford Park

By DAVID GREENE

The owners and staff of Creston Pharmacy in Bedford Park spent one of the days leading up to Christmas donating their time, wrapping hundreds of free gifts, and handing them out to the neighborhood’s children.

UPDATE Carpenters & Contractors Union Spread Holiday Cheer Toy Drives Across The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City & Vicinity District Council of Carpenters delivered over 2,000 toys to children throughout the Bronx and New York City this holiday season. They partnered with local elected officials and community organizations for 14 events throughout New York City, include 4 in the Bronx. The holiday season is joyful but can be difficult for so many New Yorkers, and union carpenters and contractors wanted to do their part to give back to those in need.

Funeral Arrangements Announced for Norwood Community Leader Joseph McCarthy

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Former Norwood teacher and Perry Avenue resident, Joseph McCarthy, died on Sunday, Jan. 7, aged 79. The news was confirmed by his brother, John, who described Joe as a local influential figure and community leader in the ‘60s ’70s and ’80s, who was heavily involved with the local school board.