Just before Tom Konchalski had passed away in February 2021 at 74, Barry “Slice” Rohrssen ensured he was there for his confidant of over 45 years. His heart ached and emotions swarmed, but he also felt something deeper tugging away. He wanted a permanent reminder of Konchalski. More specifically, he wanted a foundation named for his friend. more

For the entire offseason, the Manhattan College men’s soccer team has thought about their loss to Iona in the semifinals of the MAAC Tournament. On Aug. 24, the page flips to the 2023 season with a road matchup at Holy Cross. more

This ‘wolf’ on Mosholu Avenue scared many a trick-or-treater on Halloween. It was one of many oversized autumnal decorations on greater Riverdale streets. more

One day into the New Year and the College of Mount Saint Vincent has been transformed into a new place — at least in name. more

Does family history matter when it comes to education? Knowing the right people is a privilege, especially in some elite schools. And it takes a spot away from someone else, which can change the trajectory of their lives. more

Izania Gonzalez has joined The Riverdale Press editorial staff as a reporter covering education and transportation. She was most recently a freelance reporter for The Record Review and Scarsdale Inquirer, where she wrote about the local communities. more

Manhattan College’s athletics department had a rough three weeks leading into the beginning of June — to say the least. Others could say it has been a rough four years, according to the NCAA. more

When Marianne Reilly was first named athletic director at Manhattan College in March 2016, she was honored as the first woman to achieve that distinction. more

This year is lining up to be the “Year of the Jasper” in Major League Baseball. First there was Tom Cosgrove with the San Diego Padres, and now the latest member to join the ranks out of Manhattan College is Joe Jacques. The Boston Red Sox called up Jacques on June 9 and he made his debut three days later. more

Manhattan College’s Rokas Jocys rose up over Joshua Reaves of Mount St. Mary’s with his hopes clinging to every stage in the progression of his release. The rest of his thoughts may have gone blank as he watched the ball go through the net and then the rush of his teammates to celebrate him. more