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The area covering Marble Hill, Spuyten Duyvil, Kingsbridge, Van Cortlandt and Riverdale is a mere 3.4 square miles with a population of a little more than 111,000 people. People outside the area … more

1/17/25

Let the children play

Imagine a couple of high school sophomores reading James Joyce’s 1922 novel, “Ulysses” and having the bright idea to prank their local newspaper with fake letters. That was the … more

1/9/25

It's time to pay attention to the city under the city

In a horrific case of cold-blooded murder, a woman was set ablaze as she slept on the train in Brooklyn on Sunday, Dec. 22. The alleged arsonist, Sebastian Zapeta was apprehended and charged, but the … more

1/2/25

When healthcare leads to murder

Earlier this month, UnitedHealthCare CEO, Brian Thompson, was in NYC for a UnitedHealth Group investor’s meeting. As he walked the streets of midtown Manhattan in the early morning hours of … more

12/20/24

City of Yes is a city of cement

In an unprecedented move towards expanding affordable housing across the city, Mayor Eric Adams announced the approval of his City of Yes plan on Thursday, Dec. 5, in what the mayor’s office … more

12/13/24

Practicing fire safety during peak season

Despite the recent rainfall, NYC remains in a drought watch with October recorded as the driest month in modern history. Dozens of brush fires and wildfires swept across the city and state, several … more

12/6/24

Shop big support small business Saturday this holiday season

As people across the country gear up for the holidays and prepare to buy gifts for loved ones, local merchants ask shoppers to observe Small Businesses Saturday on Nov. 30 and patronize stores in … more

11/29/24

The Press' commitment to you

The last couple of weeks have been eventful at the Riverdale Press. The paper gained a new editor and lost a reporter, resulting in some growing pains. In this editorial, we would like to take the … more

11/21/24

How do you build bridges in a political divide?

Donald J. Trump is the new president-elect of the U.S. and the people are divided. While some reveled in his victory, others have taken to the internet to express their derision and concerns, … more

11/15/24

Waldo sanctuary welcomes migrant families: A new chapter for Riverdale

They’re there. Did you know that? In September, we spoke in this space about the migrant shelter headed for the greater Riverdale area on West 238th Street near Waldo Avenue inside … more

11/4/24

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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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