Fifteen Jewish leaders in the Bronx condemned congressional candidate Michael Blake for using a clip from a controversial activist in his campaign launch video criticizing Rep. Ritchie Torres. more

The New York Botanical Garden’s 34th annual Holiday Train Show introduces botanical replicas of the renovated Delacorte Theater and the Whitney Museum while reimagining familiar landscapes in a refreshed, immersive layout. more

With health care costs climbing and local inequities deepening, State Sen. Gustavo Rivera and co-sponsor Robert Jackson are renewing their push for the New York Health Act, backed by Bronx advocacy groups who argue the current insurance-driven system leaves too many residents behind. more

Months after Riverdale electrician Kevin Farrell died of pancreatic cancer, his family and the 4BronxProject are honoring his legacy of generosity through a growing Christmas toy drive that will deliver gifts to hundreds of children in Bronx shelters. more

After breaking away from Amalgamated Housing, Park Reservoir shareholders have installed new management, elected a full nine-member board, and secured $1 million in capital funding as they work to address long-standing maintenance and accountability concerns. more

As Birch Family Services celebrates its 50th anniversary, Riverdale’s Early Childhood Center stands out as a crucial support system for families like Demah Zayed’s, helping young children with autism grow, communicate and thrive in an inclusive environment. more

Riverdale resident and Mount Sinai psychiatrist Dr. Craig Katz reflects on two decades of disaster relief and mental health training abroad in his new book “Unseen,” highlighting the global challenges he has witnessed and the long-term work needed to expand care in low-resource countries. more

More than a year into the MTA’s accessibility overhaul at the 242nd Street station, Broadway merchants say the sprawling construction zone has slashed revenue, blocked visibility, and left the block fighting for survival. more

After years as a Navy hospital corpsman, Francis MartinezCastillo is rebuilding his medical career through the University of Mount Saint Vincent’s accelerated nursing program, highlighting both the challenges veterans face transferring military training and the support systems helping them enter the civilian health-care workforce. more

As SNAP benefits remain reduced following the government shutdown, Riverdale’s food pantries, community fridges and nonprofits are expanding services and donation opportunities to help residents bridge the gap. more