UPDATE HPD Affordable Housing Lottery First Dibs to Reduce for Local Residents following Lawsuit Settlement

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The City of New York has settled a lawsuit with a group after nearly 10 years of legal fighting and will reportedly change its existing practice of giving local residents first dibs on new affordable apartments via NYC Department of Housing, Preservation & Development’s lottery system.

UPDATE Bedford Park: Stop Work Order Rescinded at 383 East 201st Street

By SÍLE MOLONEY

A Stop Work Order which had briefly been put in place at 383 East 201st Street in Bedford Park in December has since been rescinded, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) officials said.

Man Sought in Robbery Pattern Identified across The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the person seen in this photo who they say is wanted in connection with a robbery pattern identified across The Bronx in recent months.

UPDATE Yankees Claim Left Handed Pitcher Matt Gage from the Houston Astros

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York Yankees announced on Monday, Jan. 29, that they have claimed LHP (left-handed pitcher) Matt Gage off waivers from the Houston Astros.

The Bronx Academy of Arts & Dance (BAAD!) Marks 25th Year with “Get Tough, Get BAAD!” Series of Events

By SÍLE MOLONEY

BAAD! [Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance] celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and is marking its birthday by presenting “Get Tough, Get BAAD!” an annual series of films and events celebrating queer power, diversity, defiance, strength, and visibility.

Fordham Manor: Man Sought following Afternoon Stabbing in Busy Shopping District

By SÍLE MOLONEY & DAVID GREENE

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached photo (above) who they say is wanted for questioning in connection to an assault that occurred in Fordham Manor.

UPDATE Eight Bronx Building Owners Fined for Non-Compliance with Lead Paint Regulations

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Eight Bronx building owners, including two in Norwood, one in Bedford Park, one in Kingsbridge, and one in Fordham Manor, are among ten owners who were collectively fined over $150,000 by NYC Department of Housing, Preservation & Development (HPD) for failing to comply with lead-based paint regulations, HPD officials said on Jan. 16.

UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

Collection Held for Domestic Violence Survivors ahead of Galentine’s Day Event

By SÍLE MOLONEY

In advance of Galentine’s Day, a global holiday that celebrates women’s friendship and mutual empowerment, typically marked on Feb. 13, a collection of pre-loved or new items, including beauty products, accessories, jewelry, hair products, purses, shoes, clothes, and more was organized to support women living at a Bronx Domestic Violence (DV) shelter.

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UPDATE Bedford Park: Stop Work Order Rescinded at 383 East 201st Street

Man Sought in Robbery Pattern Identified across The Bronx

UPDATE Yankees Claim Left Handed Pitcher Matt Gage from the Houston Astros

The Bronx Academy of Arts & Dance (BAAD!) Marks 25th Year with “Get Tough, Get BAAD!” Series of Events

Fordham Manor: Man Sought following Afternoon Stabbing in Busy Shopping District

UPDATE Eight Bronx Building Owners Fined for Non-Compliance with Lead Paint Regulations

UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

Collection Held for Domestic Violence Survivors ahead of Galentine’s Day Event