Norwood: Work Order in Place to Fix Lights in Oval while Late Night Noise Complaints Continue

By SÍLE MOLONEY

NYC Department of Parks & Recreation said a work order is in place to fix the lights that have been out in Norwood’s Williamsbridge Oval, while elsewhere in the neighborhood, noise complaints continue to be a headache for some residents.

DOT Launches New “Daylighting” Pedestrian Safety Program at 33 Bronx Locations

By ARIEL PACHECO

New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ydanis Rodriguez announced on Sept. 3, that the NYC Department of Transportation has improved pedestrian visibility at 33 locations in The Bronx, using a technique called “daylighting” which removes obstructions, like parked cars, from intersections in an effort to enhance safety.

Op-Ed: Project 2025 – The Bronx Fights Back

By SILVIA BLUMENFELD

Folks in The Bronx are fighters. We care about all the issues that affect our lives and shape our communities. Healthcare, housing, justice, and education are top priorities, but some of the pundits would have you believe that threats to democracy itself are less important to our citizens. Nothing could be further from the truth.

National Night in Celebrated with Bronx Precincts!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Due to the torrential rain which flooded Bronx County on the evening of Tuesday, Aug. 6, most National Night Out events planned across the borough ended up being National Nights In!

Neighborhood Notes: Back-to-School Giveaways, Curbside Composting, Road Closures & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY & ARIEL PACHECO

Neighborhood Notes: Back-to-School Giveaways, Curbside Composting, Road Closures & More!

“Operation Padlock” Continues

By DAVID GREENE & SÍLE MOLONEY

The latest government crackdown of unauthorized smoke shops, “Operation Padlock to Protect,” continues across Norwood and Bedford Park as two smoke shops and a deli were recently shut down and untaxed cigarettes, vapes, and bags of cannabis were confiscated.

Tracey Towers Residents Mark 50th Anniversary of Housing Complex

By ARIEL PACHECO

Residents of Bedford Park’s Tracey Towers gathered to commemorate the building’s 50th anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 3. Elected officials, local vendors, and community members also joined the celebration.

52nd Precinct Community Council Bestows Honors on Members of the Community

By SÍLE MOLONEY & ARIEL PACHECO

The 52nd Precinct Community Council held their last monthly meeting before their annual summer break, on June 20 at Monroe College in Fordham Manor, where several community members were recognized for their outstanding service and dedication to the community.

UPDATE Flood Advisory Issued until Aug 7 at 1 A.M. for The Bronx, FDNY Respond to Car Stuck in Water

By SÍLE MOLONEY & DAVID GREENE

The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory effective Tuesday, Aug. 6, at 10 p.m. until Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 1 a.m. for Bronx County. Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.