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Over time, Daniel Hauben began painting on wood panels, expanding beyond the tradition of canvas and capturing entire cityscapes, like the one pictured of Kingsbridge, as seen from the balcony of his apartment along Fort Independence where he grew up and now lives with his wife, Judy.

Time traveling the Bronx through paintings

The northwest Bronx has changed a lot in the last 50 years and with nearly 200 works, artist Daniel Hauben has immortalized its neighborhoods and people in paint. Hauben grew up in the … more

by ET Rodriguez | 4/25/25

The Wall of Jerusalem is one of Leo Schlisselberg’s largest and most significant projects. The use of thin wire is a hallmark of his later work.

Self-taught sculptor exhibits wireworks to the public

A group of men mid-dance – some with legs kicked high in the air, others frozen with arms raised inside a circle – all meticulously sculpted from thick metal wire. The lively scene … more

by Michelle Mullen | 4/18/25

Lehman Performing Arts Center boasts more than 2,000 seats and a star-studded list of performers with a focus on Hispanic artists.

Lehman Center turns 45, executive director says goodbye

Jose Feliciano, B.B. King, Eddie Palmieri and the late-great, Joan Rivers -- a fraction of the famous names who graced the stage of the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts over the decades. … more

by ET Rodriguez | 3/21/25

Lara Alcantara Lansberg’s “Color Cover” (2020,) depicts the self-portrait artist with her face tautly cloaked by a vividly colored, silk handkerchief as a euphemism of the pandemic.

A study on identity and abstraction through the art of wrapping

Whether it’s a letter in the mail, a birthday gift or that package you ordered on Amazon – there’s an indescribable pleasure around opening something meant just for you. … more

by ET Rodriguez | 3/7/25

Tobalá, at 3732 Riverdale Ave., is an Oaxacan-inspired restaurant started by Ellie Lopez, her husband Moises Lopez and her sister-in-law Roma Mercader in Sept. 2022.

Local eateries dig in to Bronx-wide restaurant week

New York City, known as a “melting pot” for its diverse cultural population and home to an equally diverse food scene. In the northwest Bronx, one can find authentic Greek food across … more

by Izania Gonzalez | 1/24/25

Swanson created “Laced IV” in 2020 by disassembling and reassembling a tradition photo of a flower, the process she uses to curate her works

Elisa Gallery hosts first exhibit of the year

One of Riverdale’s only contemporary art galleries now boasts a new exhibit incorporating aspects of nature from three photographers, includin. Elisa Contemporary Art Gallery at … more

by Steven Goodstein | 1/24/25

Yoana Velez was one of 33 individuals honored at the KRVC inaugural community heroes event

KRVC celebrates community heroes making a difference in the Bronx

Local officials and community members alike, were hob-knobbing and laughing in the lobby of RiverSpring Living at 5901 Palisade Ave., as they gathered for the Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Van Cortlandt … more

by ET Rodriguez | 11/22/24

Much awaited by local skaters, the skate park in Seton Park is nearly open for business for many to enjoy

Much awaited by local skaters, the skate park in Seton Park is open for business. Outfitted with ramps, rails and a “bowl” – a concave 360-degree transition -- the only thing … more

by Alaska St. Clair | 11/4/24

Educator Minnie Krakowsky is already decided. “I’m inclined to go with Cohen [for councilman] because the teacher’s union is supporting him,” the longtime educator said. “I think that’s a very important element. I’m not for charter schools.” Ms. Krakowsky laments that teachers seemingly have less influence in deciding the outcomes of city elections. “I’m very distressed that the union has lost a lot of its clout,” she said. Ms. Krakowsky voiced a widespread view in the primaries that Democratic contenders Mr. Cohen and Cliff Stanton differ little on the issues. “I don’t know them that well, but many of them are similar,” she said, referring to Mr. Cohen and Mr. Stanton.

Voters' voices [Photo gallery]

Democratic Primary voters will go to the polls on Sept. 10 to choose standard bearers for citywide offices and either Andrew Cohen or Cliff Stanton to represent the party in the Nov. 5 general … more

9/5/13

Ahmani Croon of Marble Hill shows off a bumble bee and flower pattern fashioned by barber Garfield Myrie.

He gives Marble Hill the kindest cuts of all [Photo gallery]

Everyone calls him Rosey, short for Roosevelt Spivey. He’s been cutting hair at the Marble Hill International Unisex Salon since he bought the place back in 1962. He’s seen a lot of changes since then, but one thing has stayed the same. He loves cutting hair. more

Adam Wisnieski, Photos by Karsten Moran | 8/12/10

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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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