Community Board 8 is urging funding for wheelchair-accessible buses as Riverdale’s aging population grows, with senior centers struggling to meet transportation needs amid limited resources and increasing demand for essential services. more

Widespread streetlight outages in Riverdale have left streets in darkness for months, raising safety and crime concerns as residents and Community Board 8 point to delays in repairs by city officials. more

A Bronx literacy campaign is bringing diverse children’s books to families, helping young readers see their identities reflected while promoting inclusion, cultural understanding and early literacy through free community events. more

A Riverdale pastor and motorcycle enthusiast is helping lead a Christian motorcycle club that blends traditional biker culture with faith, charity and community service, challenging stereotypes while supporting riders and families in need. more

New York City officials seized allegedly unlicensed cannabis products from a Bronx church, arresting one individual and issuing violations as authorities continue enforcing state regulations on unauthorized THC sales. more

Following a fatal Bronx shooting, two suspects have been indicted and jailed while a third was indicted but remains at large, prompting increased NYPD patrols near West 242nd Street to enhance nightlife safety. more

An 8-year-old Bronx student has become the nation’s fastest in his age group, winning national races and earning recognition as a rising track star through dedication and family-supported training. more

New York lawmakers are advancing a budget plan to lower utility costs through rebates, rate hike pauses and a new consumer advocate office, aiming to address rising energy burdens statewide, especially in the Bronx. more

In a show of unity along one of the Bronx’s busiest corridors, community activists and faith gathered in Kingsbridge Heights March 10, calling for deeper investment as a strategy to curb youth … more

A red fox discovered aboard a ship from England was rescued at the Port of New York and is now recovering at the Bronx Zoo, where experts are evaluating its health and future placement. more