To the editor: Last week, my sign still said “hands off Medicare Medicaid.” My wife held a new one, “MELT ICE.” Of the other couple, one had the big “Beacons For Democracy” sign, her … more

Running an opinion page for a local paper is no small task. Some weeks, The Press receives very few letters. At other times, we receive more than we are able to run while they remain relevant. … more

There once was a leader of a great nation who thought he knew everything. His supporters knew he often made mistakes, but they argued no one is perfect. In the land, severe storms had recently … more

Au gust is National Immunization Awareness Month, coinciding conveniently with the back-to-school season and the start of fall, when the flu and other illnesses commonly make themselves more present … more

To the editor, While I appreciate readers’ disappointment with Bx7, Bx10 and Bx20 service, I have found bus service in Riverdale far superior to the inadequate service I endured for 18 years … more

New York Historical Society, my favorite museum, features a beautiful, powerful film entitled “New York Story,” which illustrates that NYC has survived many crises over time, to remain an … more

It is difficult to watch as the character of a neighborhood changes. In Riverdale and beyond, it seems we witness a similar story: the small, local businesses that have been a part of a community for … more

Last month, The Riverdale Press published an editorial titled “Choosing understanding over stigma this Disability Pride Month.” In that editorial, we discussed the various journeys people with … more

To the editor, I read with interest the article about the proposed six-story building on Oxford Avenue. Perhaps a good follow up would be an informational article on how current Riverdale … more

August, for many, is a bittersweet time of year. It brings with it sweltering days that gradually taper off into September, and the usual list of back-to-school preparations. As August descends upon … more