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Why it’s time to ditch traditional lawns for sustainable landscaping

Traditional lawns hurt ecosystems and waste water. Sustainable landscaping supports wildlife, saves resources, and helps fight climate change. more

6/12/25

Be prepared: How to protect yourself and others this hurricane season

With an active hurricane season forecast, now is the time to prepare. Build an emergency kit, secure your home, and stay informed to stay safe. more

6/5/25

Make water safety a summer priority: Protect lives at pools, beaches, and on boats

Water safety saves lives. Follow NY’s boating rules, supervise kids, and learn swim and CPR basics to enjoy pools and beaches safely this summer. more

5/29/25

Remembering fallen soldiers

Originally called Decoration Day, this Memorial Day marks the 158 th iteration of honoring our fallen soldiers. The Riverdale Monument is not as old, but since 1930, it has stood as a symbol of … more

5/23/25

A horse named Journalism showed what’s possible

Last weekend, a horse named Journalism showed us what a comeback looks like. He was five lengths back, bumped and bruised, as he fought through a crowded pack in the Preakness Stakes, one of … more

5/23/25

Relics of a bygone era

Whether you were a group of teenagers piling into a booth sharing milkshakes and fries, ducking into a 24-hour spot in the early morning hours after a late night of drinking, catching up with family … more

5/16/25

Riverdale is the city's largest free parking lot

For years, residents and elected officials have been fighting against unruly vehicle owners who believe Riverdale is the city's largest free parking lot. A walk along the north end … more

5/9/25

Suicide, a silent killer

When someone takes their own life, it almost always comes as a surprise. Loved ones are left reeling with grief, often wondering what they could have done or how they could have seen the signs. … more

5/2/25

Keep our buses and trains clean

In August 2023, the MTA increased the fare from $2.75 per ride to $2.90, with a further increase scheduled for August 2025, which will bring the total cost per ride to $3.00. In the last year, … more

4/25/25

The Riverdale Press turns 75

Seventy-five years ago, a group of neighbors who lived at 3900 Greystone Ave. gathered around a card table in the living room of David and Celia Stein’s apartment to help the founders of this … more

4/18/25

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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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