Dear Fellow Readers,

The year’s fourth edition of the Norwood News with plenty of community news you can use. We’ve packed 20 pages full of useful information. As usual, we’ll begin with page one!

Our front-page story takes you to Bedford Park where locals are reeling over news the local Rite Aid has closed. This is troubling news for seniors living at Serviam Heights and Serviam Gardens, which serve senior citizens. Reporter Alondra Vasquez talks to a whole horde of residents over what this means for them and access to their prescriptions.

Inside the cover you’ll find a two-page informative piece from reporter Joseph Konig looking at the hotly contested race for New York City Public Advocate. We offer blurbs of each candidate hoping to prepare you for the Feb. 26 election.

Also on the political front, Norwood state Sen. Jamaal Bailey forms a criminal justice reform council. Find out what he looks to do with the council. Also, check out the latest on the quality of life saga happening at Bedford Manor.

The Norwood News also brings you the regular staples–Inquiring Photographer, Neighborhood Notes, Health Check, and Out & About. We hope these features make you the smartest person in the Bronx.

So check out the latest edition of the Norwood News. Comments are always welcome. Send them to dcruz@norwoodnews.org. We’re always eager to read them, and sometimes publish them! And don’t forget to vote!

Keep reading!

David, Editor
Norwood News