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Heat Advisory in Effect from Aug. 8 at 3.23 a.m. to Aug. 9 at 8 p.m., Temperatures in Lower 100s Possible

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a heat advisory which will be in effect from 3:23 a.m. until Aug. 9 at 8 p.m. NWS officials said heat index values indicate that temperatures  in the lower 100s are possible in The Bronx and in all of New York City, with high humidity forecast which may cause heat related illnesses to occur.   New York City residents are advised to call 311 to identify cooling center locations and obtain “Beat the Heat” safety tips. NWS officials said a heat advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected


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UPDATE Out & About: B.R.A.G. Basketball Tournament, Zumba for Seniors, Woodwind Quintet on Van Cortlandt Museum Lawn & More!

Editor’s Pick District 14 Bronx Council Member Pierina Sanchez and anti-gun violence interrupters, Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G.), a program of the Good Shepherd Services nonprofit, Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G.) are hosting a single-round basketball tournament on Saturday, Aug 6 at noon at P.S. 279, 2100 Walton Avenue, in Fordham Heights to celebrate unity and non-violence with food, games, and music, in response to two shootings that occurred in front of council member’s constituency office.   Amidst increased rates of gun violence, this basketball tournament will offer a much-needed alternative for youth in The Bronx to convene in a


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Heat Advisory in Effect from Aug. 4 at 11 a.m. to Aug. 5 at 8 p.m., Highs of 100 Degrees Possible

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory which will be in effect from 11 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4 to Friday, Aug. 5 at 8 p.m.   NWS officials said heat index values indicate that temperatures of around 100 are expected in The Bronx and in all of New York City, with high humidity forecast which may cause heat related illnesses to occur.   Officials said New York City residents should call 311 to identify cooling center locations, and obtain “Beat the Heat” safety tips. They said a heat advisory is issued when the combination of heat and


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UPDATE How to Beat the Heat & Stay Cool This Week as Heat Advisory Extends to July 24 at 8 p.m.

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a heat advisory earlier this week which was originally due to be in effect until Wednesday, July 20, at 8 p.m., but NWS has since announced that the period of extreme heat will continue through Sunday, July 24 at 8 p.m. Temperatures of between 95 and 100 degrees were expected on Wednesday in New York City.   Heat index values in the upper 90s to around 100 are expected for New York City through Sunday, at 8 p.m., according to NWS. Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illness, health officials said. Heat


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Belmont: Anti-Prom Event Returns after 2-Year Hiatus on Friday, August 5

By SÍLE MOLONEY
After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, the New York Public Library’s Belmont Library will be hosting the second ever Anti-Prom in The Bronx for kids ages 12 to 18 on Friday, August 5.   NYPL officials said “It will be a very fun event that offers an inclusive, safe space for attendees to embrace their sexuality, gender identity, culture, and style of dress. Anti-Prom will take place between 6:30 pm-9 pm eastern at 610 East 186th Street.”   Officials said this year’s theme is Bronx Rising, a celebration of the resilience and perseverance of Bronx teens both past and present,


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UPDATE Out & About: Ailey Moves NYC, Disability Pride Month, Anti-Prom & More!

Editor’s Pick Ailey Moves NYC! is a 10-day, free series of outdoor activities for all ages across the five boroughs which is taking place from July 23 to August 1. New Yorkers will be able to enjoy performances by Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and Ailey II, dance in classes and workshops led by Ailey’s Arts In Education and Ailey Extension teachers and musicians, and watch the stirring documentary ”AILEY,” out in the open air. Ailey Moves NYC! heads to Gil Scott-Heron Amphitheater at St. Mary’s Park, The Bronx for a Latin-Style Dance Workshop on Sunday, July 24, at 3 p.m., with


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Crackdown Underway to Curb Quality-of-Life Complaints within 52nd Precinct

By DAVID GREENE
  As residents in Norwood, Bedford Park and other communities across the borough complain of blaring, amplified music, illegal cookouts, and double-parked vehicles, heard and seen at all hours of the night, the 52nd Precinct’s commanding officer announced he now has two teams specifically working on these issues.   As the NYPD continues to respond to complaints across the precinct, Deputy Inspector Jeremy Scheublin told residents during the monthly 52nd Precinct Community Council meeting, held at Norwood’s North Central Bronx Hospital, part of NYC Health + Hospitals network, on Wednesday, June 23, that help was on the way.     Scheublin told


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UPDATE Out & About: NYC Public Pools Reopen, 4th July Celebrations, Abolition Commemoration Day & More!

Editor’s Pick Gun Violence Awareness Month may be drawing to a close but Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G.) Northwest is holding a Peace BBQ on July 16 at 193rd Street between Jerome Avenue and Morris Avenue. (No time was provided but we will try to find out.) All are welcome. Any questions, please text (646) 937-3754. B.R.A.G. is a group of violence interrupters who work with young people, community residents and organizations, and the public to promote new community norms and safer streets, where violence is not accepted.   District 11 Councilman Eric Dinowitz, NYC Parks and Van Cortlandt


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Out & About: Block Party, Movie Nights, Pride Month Continues, a Peace Rally & More!

  Editor’s Pick Join Woodlawn Conservancy’s director of historical services on a Silent Partners – LGBTQ Tour in Celebration of Pride Month on Saturday, June 25, to pay tribute to some notable LGBT figures, including writers, artists, and vaudeville stars, buried at Woodlawn. For the 11 a.m. tour, please click here. For the 1 p.m. tour, please click here. For the 3 p.m. tour, please click here.   Bronx Community Board 7 is holding a Resource Fair on Saturday, June 25. See attached flier below for more information. New York Botanical Garden (NYBG)’s Bronx Neighbors Program is now offering free


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