Discover the diverse and interconnected community of greater Riverdale through the editor's perspective. Reflect on global events and local impacts while sharing stories that resonate with the neighborhood. more

Discover the challenges pedestrians face navigating NYC streets, from dangerous intersections to missing sidewalks. Advocating for safer paths and prioritizing pedestrian safety. more

Mayor Eric Adams proposes City of Yes initiative, reshaping NYC zoning laws. Changes include removing parking mandates to boost housing affordability and density. more

Community Board 8 questions partnership with Colonial Dames overseeing Van Cortlandt House Museum. Concerns raised over inclusivity and community engagement. May meeting planned for further discussion. more

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urges Harvard University to address campus antisemitism after a Jewish student faced harassment. Torres highlights Harvard's culture of impunity. Keywords: Harvard antisemitism, campus discrimination, Ritchie Torres letter, Jewish student harassment, Harvard lawsuit. more

New York legislators and advocates push to close a loophole allowing rape accusations to go uncharged due to victim intoxication. Learn about efforts to change this law. more

Residents of The W Assisted Living celebrate Earth Day by cleaning up their neighborhood and planting gardens. Community engagement and purpose for elderly residents. more

Bronx community service organization, buildOn, expands with a $2.1M city investment. Engages students in local activism. Graduation rates soar with buildOn's impact. Learn more. more

Ramdat Singh, special education teacher and district leader in the 81st Assembly District, advocates for old-school political engagement to boost voter turnout and support Democrats like Biden. more

Ben Jackson, a Riverdale resident and attorney, aims to boost voter engagement and re-elect Joe Biden as male district leader in the 81st Assembly District. His campaign emphasizes community representation and outreach. more