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Johanna Edmondson, Female Fight Club founder, is running for female state committee member in the upcoming June 25 primary. She was honored as New Yorker of the Week in 2020 by NY1 for opening an outdoor gym at Van Cortlandt Park that had more than 200 members exercise during the pandemic.

Johanna Edmondson is all about health and wellness

Johanna Edmondson, running for 81st Assembly state committee, prioritizes community health, safety, and affordable housing. Plans include a farmers market in Kingsbridge. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/26/24

Incumbent female state committee member Morgan Evers was removed from the upcoming June 25 primary ballot for filing a late attempt to correct an address typo on filed petitions. The removal has left Johanna Edmondson as the presumptive winner for the race in the 81st Assembly District.

Morgan Evers removed from June 25 ballot after typo

Morgan Evers, a state Democratic committee candidate, was removed from the June 25 primary ballot due to an address typo in her petition. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/26/24

Marcia Reidy has been teaching for 23 years and credits her experience with allowing her to learn how to engage students in their own learning process.

Hands-on learning gets a new look for one classroom

Marcia Reidy, a fourth-grade teacher at P.S. 24 Spuyten Duyvil, earns praise for her innovative teaching methods, inspiring colleagues, students, and parents alike. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/26/24

Seniors chant outside of the mayor’s office in protest of his plan to cut $80 million from the city’s department for the aging budget.

Seniors demand more from city budget

Riverdale seniors protest Mayor Adams’ budget cuts, rallying to save crucial services for the aging population in New York City. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/26/24

Voluntary intoxication bill passes Senate

A bill to stop accused rapists from using a victim's voluntary intoxication as a defense passed the state Senate. It now awaits Assembly support and the governor's approval. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/26/24

All of the baked goods 3x3kitchen offers have been developed by Derrick Paez and his wife, Monika Kusinka-Paez, as they try to find the best foods for their own gluten-free lifestyle and for that of their customers.

Spuyten Duyvil business bakes gluten-free goods with pure love

Discover the heartwarming journey of Derrick Paez and Monika Kusinka-Paez, creators of 3x3kitchen, a gluten-free bakery in Spuyten Duyvil, offering a delightful array of treats. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/21/24

Aracely Ortiz, 43, and Jonathan Corona, 36, of the same Spuyten Duyvil apartment, were arrested and charged with two counts of criminal possession of a controlled substance in the first degree and third degree.

Law enforcement raid yields drug haul

Spuyten Duyvil apartment raid reveals narcotics operation yielding 25+ pounds of fentanyl, cocaine, $100K cash. Two arrested. Law enforcement collaboration praised. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/19/24

The vacant Barcelona Bites may be replaced by another bar or restaurant as a new business, Osteria LLC, has applied for a liquor license at 220 W 242nd St.

Request for liquor license is troubling

Community Board 8 discusses a new restaurant's liquor license application, sparking debate on nightlife impact in Kingsbridge. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/19/24

Head coach Alex Vega, center, discusses practice strategies with defensive line coach Oscar Martinez, left, and assistant head coach Howard Langley. The team typically runs practice for two and a half hours, including strength, conditioning and drills.

New field makes long-awaited debut

Kennedy High School unveils newly renovated $5 million sports field after three-year project. Council funding aids upgrades. Coach Martinez champions for students' safety and future opportunities. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/19/24

Small Business Week is taking place May 13 to May 20 and features more than 70 local businesses. KRVC

Small Business Week celebrates neighborhood shops

Riverdale Small Business Week highlights diverse local establishments with over 70 businesses participating. Discounts, specials, and community support showcased from May 13-20. Catalog and magazine feature area's eats, health, beauty, and more. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/19/24

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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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