For 17 years, Marble Hill artist Corey Fields has designed annual T-shirts honoring the community, its history and residents who have passed away. more

Arthur Koven celebrated his 100th birthday after a life spanning World War II military service, international logistics, family and more than 60 years in greater Riverdale. more

A new community theater company, the Riverdale Shakespeare Players, debuted with a free production of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” creating summer performance opportunities for local adults. more

A City Council bill would expand J-51 tax abatements, potentially helping hundreds of Riverdale-area co-ops offset the costs of energy and climate upgrades required under Local Law 97. more

Family, friends and community members gathered in Kingsbridge Heights to remember 15-year-old Riley Billingslea, called for answers in his fatal shooting and demanded greater accountability for gun violence. more

A city health report found congestion pricing had no significant effect on air pollution, but Bronx environmental activists say more monitoring and research are needed to assess its impact on already-polluted communities. more

New York City’s SCOOP Act would add dog waste bag dispensers, warning signs, enforcement and composting programs as officials seek to address rising complaints about dog waste in Riverdale and across the city. more

A North American river otter was spotted in the Bronx River for the first time in about a century, offering conservationists a hopeful sign that restoration efforts are improving the urban river’s ecosystem. more

Riverdale Neighborhood House hosted its Tomato Harvest Party Aug. 23, bringing neighbors together to harvest garden produce, make tomato sauce and explore local community activities. more

Charles Whitfield, a former Eleven Madison Park coffee director, has opened Drawbridge Coffee outside the Spuyten Duyvil Metro-North station, serving commuters specialty cold drinks. more