To the editor: (re: “Catholic school merger causes an uproar,” Feb. 23) As only a mother’s eyes could burn through the rhetoric of the closing of 12 schools in the Archdiocese of New York, the Jewish shopkeeper penetrated into my heart and asked bluntly: “Why is the church closing our school?” more

To the editor: It was “late” on the Saturday night before Valentine’s Day, an hour before closing at Riverdale’s timeless Jewish soul food institution, when a couple of neophytes joined us regulars for dinner at 8.  more

To the editor: (re: “You should beware of the coyotes,” Jan. 19) In her recent letter to the editor, Sura Jeselsohn recommends we euthanize coyotes who bite small dogs or children — or maybe all coyotes within the city limits, this is not clear. more

To the editor: (re: “Gibson fetes Black business owners,” Feb. 16) We thank the honorable borough president, Vanessa Gibson, for the support of those local business honored during Black History Month in the Bronx. They include: Jerry’s Barbershop, The Gummybear Foundation, One Yoga For All, Clarity and Wellness, Kinsadelic Physucal Therapy, Lloyd’s Carrot Cake, and Ground Up Coffee Club. more

The parents and students of Saint Gabriel School in Riverdale had a terrible week, for sure. more

To the editor: A year into my administration, New York City remains the safest large city in America. We are following through on a 360-degree approach to fighting crime that includes both strategies for investing in our communities and excellent policing. more

To the editor: (re: “Where was machine last year?” Feb. 2) Just like most people, I’m sick and tired of the lies and vitriol from both political extremes.  more

To the editor: I will no longer entertain you with my grievances in my neighborhood.  Well, at least not now. more

To the editor: In the middle of one recent clear night, I awoke to a bright light. It was the moon, a half moon. more

To the editor: Most baseball fans are too young to remember Pete Gray. more