Bedford Park

Are Bronx Veterans Being Supported?

By FAHIMA DEGIA
As veteran voters and other voters cast their ballots in this year’s presidential election, we take a look at the support and resources available to Bronx veterans. On Oct. 29, officials from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) said that the department delivered more care and more benefits to more veterans than ever before in fiscal year 2024, including to veterans, their families, and their survivors in New York.

Inquiring Photographer: Opinions on Housing Described as Affordable at 114 East 198th Street

By DAVID GREENE
This week, we asked readers their opinion on a housing lottery, described as affordable, announced by NYC Department of Housing, Preservation & Development and developed by Joel Mandel under the 114 East 198 BSD, LLC, for units at 114 East 198th Street in Bedford Park. In order to be eligible to apply, applicants for a studio apartment are required to earn over $105,223 a year and pay a monthly rent of $3,069.