Police beat: Oct. 18-26
Although violent crime remained down across the area in October, officers at the 41st Precinct
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Local company harnesses the sun to power the neighborhood
But although this new community solar farm on Commerce Avenue promises cleaner energy, good jobs for Bronxites and lower electric bills for homeowners and renters around the city, many locals are unaware of the benefits it says it will bring.
Fat Joe promotes education in Longwood
A full house auditorium filled with hundreds of anxious middle schoolers from I.S. 217 School of Performing Arts and Accion Academy sat on the edge of their seats anticipating the arrival of Fat Joe on October 11.
Public discussion over community land trusts sparks protest
A community meeting descended into a screaming match on Hunts Point Avenue when 20 young artists and activists angry about gentrification disrupted the event. They took aim at businesswoman Majora Carter’s idea of “self-gentrification,” which states that community members who have resources should profit off development instead of being pushed out.
Speed cameras return to Hunts Point
Speed cameras in school zones all over New York City were turned back on last week, after Mayor de Blasio signed an executive order that extended the program for 30 days.
Working group formed for Metro-North expansion
The newly formed Bronx Metro-North Working Group convened for the first time in early August.
Funding announced for new Bronx housing developments
The Bronx Borough President’s office has allocated more than $3 million in capital funding for five housing developments, including $800,000 for The Peninsula on Spofford Avenue in Hunts Point and $500,000 for a new development at 111 Willow Avenue in Port Morris.
Judge agrees to settlement between Popular Community Bank, plaintiffs
Popular Community Bank has been ordered to pay over $7.4 million to some of its
The Point’s photography program celebrates 20th anniversary
The photographers were from the latest class of students from the International Center of Photography’s program, which on July 25 marked its 20th anniversary at The Point.
Popular Community Bank awaits judge’s decision
A judge in New York State Supreme Court in Manhattan will decide on Aug. 6 whether a settlement should go forward in a class action suit that would require Puerto Rico’s biggest bank to pay nearly $8 million to some of its customers and their attorneys.
Urban Health Plan gets $50,000 in Health Bucks
“You shouldn’t have to be wealthy to live a healthy lifestyle,” said Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr., adding that the Health Bucks program is “a great way to improve low-income access to NYC farmers markets.”
Riverdale exhibit features South Bronx artists, environmental issues
Concern about the deteriorating environment and rising waters is at the heart of an art exhibit in Riverdale that features several South Bronx artists.
St. Ann’s Corner hosts talent show
The theater performance was part of a July 20 fundraiser for Saint Ann’s Corner, which aimed to promote awareness about addiction and challenge the notion that addiction has only one face, and that addicts are all just people who do not care about their lives.
Bronx Night Market opens in Fordham
The first annual Bronx Night Market was held June 30 in Fordham Plaza.
Public gets last chance to denounce State’s Sheridan plan
State transportation officials got an earful from Bronx residents and advocates who oppose a key detail in the State’s plan to revitalize the Sheridan Expressway, at a public hearing in Hunts Point on June 27. It was the last hearing for testimony to be given in response to the State’s proposal to build three ramps between the Sheridan and Edgewater Road, as part of a $1.7 billion investment to upgrade and beautify the expressway and surrounding area.
Fish Parade marchers salute Puerto Rico storm survivors
An array of colorful and vibrant marchers and vehicles caravanned down Lafayette Avenue for the 15th Annual Hunts Point Fish Parade on June 16, including dance troupes and about a dozen local organizations and civic groups.
Southern Boulevard rezoning opponents disrupt planning meeting
South Bronx residents confronted city officials at an open house in East Tremont last Thursday, over the proposed rezoning of a large swath of Southern Boulevard between Longwood and Crotona Park.
Community garden opens in Longwood
After a year of labor, the Paradise Garden at 1106 Fox Street in Longwood, is now open to the public.
New proposal aims to keep out “hot sheet” motels, shelters
Developers might not be able to build hotels in Hunts Point’s industrial area without a special permit, if Community Board 2 votes later this month to approve an amendment to the city’s zoning code.
First South Bronx Open Studio tour shows off local talent
The South Bronx Independent Artists Coalition joined forces with both local and international artists to
Senior Fitness returns for annual summer program
The Bronx River Alliance has partnered with City Parks Foundation to host Senior Fitness, a citywide exercise program exclusively for those 60 and over.
A How-to guide for affordable housing seekers
With 10 new residential buildings under construction in the neighborhood, including the Peninsula on the old Spofford juvenile prison site, many affordable housing opportunities will be opening soon.
City shoots for safe injection site in Longwood
The city’s plan to make Longwood home for a new safe injection site for intravenous drug users is facing resistance from residents, who argue that the neighborhood is already awash in homeless shelters and social service programs, and can’t handle any more.
For local music teacher, the awards keep coming
Earlier this month the New York City Council recognized PS 48’s Grammy-winning music teacher with a special proclamation for her contributions to Hunts Point youth.
Young Bronx painter is on the rise
Devon Rodriguez’s work work – and talent — has been covered by The New Yorker, The New York Times and Vice.