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To the editor: May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time set aside for further reflection on mental illness and the things that might be done to improve the lives of those so afflicted. more

5/14/23

Time for a change at DA’s office

To the editor: This June 27, Bronx Democrats will nominate their candidate for district attorney in the November general election. Our choice will be between the incumbent, Darcel Clark — … more

5/14/23

Richard Stein, former publisher of The Riverdale Press and son of co-founder Celia Stein, awards Shiya Lin, a Bronx High School of Science senior, with the first Celia Stein Kiwanis scholarship Friday night.

From one first trailblazer to a first recipient

It is only fitting that a female high school student from one of the most prestigious institutions in New York City is the first recipient of the Celia Stein Kiwanis Club of Riverdale scholarship in honor of the chapter’s first female Kiwanian. more

By Gary Larkin | 5/14/23

Bob Rubinstein, known for his work on the Riverdale Kiwanis club volunteer efforts and a founder of the Benjamin Franklin Reform Democratic Club, is given a Legion of Honor award by New York state Kiwanis Club governor Joel Harris at the club’s annual gala celebrating its 70th anniversary.

Kiwanis club celebrating 70 years with more to come

Bob Rubinstein is the epitome of the Kiwanis Club of Riverdale. He has been with the organization for 60 years and the club is now 70 years old. That is just part of the legacy of the longtime … more

By Gary Larkin | 5/14/23

Congestion pricing is just around the corner downtown

As early as next April, drivers are expected to literally pay the price for entering Manhattan’s center through the mass transit’s congestion pricing plan. more

By Stacy Driks | 5/14/23

Hudson Manor Terrace at West 237th Street has been co-named Bill Stone Way in memory of the late justice for the disabled activist who also served on Community Board 8.

Bill Stone gets street co-named for him ceremoniously at Hudson Manor Terrace

Hudson Manor Terrace at West 237th Street is now co-named Bill Stone Way following a ceremony on Sunday, May 7. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/14/23

Sen. Gustavo Rivera, the chair of the Senate Health Committee, speaks at rally for 1199 health workers. He believes the recently signed state budget was a missed opportunity for residents.

New state budget leaves much to be desired for some

After a long wait filled with many debates Gov. Kathy Hochul signed and approved a $229 billion state budget. But as expected there were compromises from all parties involved. more

BY ERIC HARVEY | 5/14/23

College of the Holy Cross fall dean's list announced

The College of the Holy Cross named senior Justin Hudson of greater Riverdale to the fall 2022 dean’s list. Hudson passed four or more letter-graded courses with no failing grades during the semester, maintaining a grade point average of 3.5 or higher. more

By Stacy Driks | 5/14/23

Woman is scammed out of $240,000

A 66-year-old woman reported to police that over the course of several months she sent out $240,000 under the impression that she would be receiving $1 million in return. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/14/23

The daylighted Tibbetts Brook will flow down a 25-foot strip of land beside the Major Deegan Expressway, once part of the New York Central Railroad’s Putnam Line.

Once a pipe dream, Tibbetts to run free

Tibbetts Brook will see the light of day in Kingsbridge possibly as soon as 2025. more

By Abigail Nehring | 5/7/23

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50 Years on the Job

Building relationships simply by repairing one kitchen at a time

Felix Lam has been the superintendent at 2465 Palisade Ave., in Spuyten Duyvil for 50 years. The 81-year-old has made his home — and career — at the eight-story co-op since he was a young man. And how does that make him feel? “I’m very happy about it,” Lam said.

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