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Cooking Corner: A cocktail party favorite worth celebrating

When servers hit the floor with a tray full of shrimp cocktail, heads turn so fast partygoers nearly give themselves whiplash reaching for a bite. The origin of this popular recipe is murky, but … more

by ET Rodriguez | 6/12/25

New bike lanes will be added along the west side of Bailey Avenue, where there is currently a mixed-use parking and traffic lane.

Bailey Avenue set for major safety overhaul with protected bike lanes and pedestrian upgrades

A long-awaited redesign of Bailey Avenue will bring protected bike lanes, safer crossings, and traffic-calming measures to one of the Bronx’s most dangerous roads. more

by Michelle Mullen | 6/6/25

Jessica Woolford, right, started Kingsbridge Unidos in 2020. She fought back tears as she thanked the crowd for its support over the last five years.

Kingsbridge Unidos turns pandemic pain into grassroots power in the Bronx

Born of the pandemic, Kingsbridge Unidos combats food insecurity and builds community through activism, fresh produce, and youth engagement in the Bronx. more

by ET Rodriguez | 6/6/25

Morris and Roberta, pictured at Wave Hill in 2023, are still madly in love 75 years into their marriage.

Bronx high school sweethearts celebrate 75 years of marriage

Morris and Roberta Goldman, Bronx natives and high school sweethearts, are celebrating 75 years of marriage with a vow renewal and a lifetime of memories. more

by ET Rodriguez | 6/6/25

Omer Shem Tov discussed his ordeal, and his faith, with SAR students during his May 23 visit to the school.

Omer Shem Tov visits SAR to thank students for prayers during captivity

Former Hamas hostage Omer Shem Tov visited SAR, thanking students for their prayers during his 505-day captivity and sharing a message of unity and faith. more

6/5/25

Students from more than two dozen high schools took to Union Square with handmade signs.

Hundreds of NYC students walk out to protest Trump policies and defend democracy

More than 500 NYC students walked out May 27 to protest Trump’s return to office, citing threats to civil liberties and due process violations. more

by Michelle Mullen | 6/5/25

Lulu Tunic, left, and Maddie Dorsey said they chose the name Puppy Pie because it sounded like “Cutie Pie.”

Third-graders launch dog-walking business in Riverdale with Puppy Pie

Third-graders Lulu Tunic and Maddie Dorsey launched Puppy Pie, a dog-walking and pet-sitting service in Riverdale, turning playtime into entrepreneurship. more

by Michelle Mullen | 6/5/25

Evan Bishop collaborated with another artist on a mural of the factory’s defunct smoke stack.

Graffiti roots inspire mural revival at historic Yonkers carpet mill

Graffiti artist Evan Bishop leads a mural revival at a historic Yonkers mill, transforming it into a vibrant arts district and cultural destination. more

by Michelle Mullen | 6/5/25

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson alongside CEO of Jewish Community Relations Council of New York Mark Treyger outside of S&S Bakery.

Bronx leaders celebrate Shavuot with cheesecake crawl through Riverdale bakeries

Bronx BP Vanessa Gibson and JCRCNY’s Mark Treyger celebrated Shavuot with a cheesecake crawl, spotlighting Riverdale’s beloved kosher bakeries. more

6/5/25

Among the friends that Collet made at the nuerodivergent mixer was 18-year-old Surya Padippurakkal.

Riverdale mom launches social event for neurodivergent young adults, sparking community response

A Riverdale mom's effort to create social events for neurodivergent young adults sparks strong community turnout and hope for lasting local support. more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/30/25

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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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