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Originally called Decoration Day, this Memorial Day marks the 158 th iteration of honoring our fallen soldiers. The Riverdale Monument is not as old, but since 1930, it has stood as a symbol of … more

5/23/25

Jewish American Heritage Month Capitol Hill celebration

To the editor: On May 20, the U.S. Congress hosted the annual Jewish American Heritage Month Celebration on Capitol Hill. This event commemorates the history, contributions and legacy … more

5/23/25

A horse named Journalism showed what’s possible

Last weekend, a horse named Journalism showed us what a comeback looks like. He was five lengths back, bumped and bruised, as he fought through a crowded pack in the Preakness Stakes, one of … more

5/23/25

Relics of a bygone era

Whether you were a group of teenagers piling into a booth sharing milkshakes and fries, ducking into a 24-hour spot in the early morning hours after a late night of drinking, catching up with family … more

5/16/25

Closing the intoxication loophole

To the editor: Why is Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie holding up passage of A. 101, legislation permitting investigations of predators of voluntarily intoxicated rape victims? There are only four … more

5/16/25

That’s it!

To the editor: After more than 60 years of subscribing to the Riverdale Press, my final reading is today, after seeing the article of residents supporting illegal migrants. Always be careful … more

5/16/25

Seeking volunteers to help immigrants in court

To the editor: Alone every week in a Manhattan immigration courtroom are men and women from the Bronx. They are sitting before the judge for their final hearing regarding being granted asylum … more

5/16/25

Oppose the EATS Act

To the editor: I am writing to express concern about efforts in Congress to override state agriculture laws and voter-approved initiatives through both the Farm Bill and the newly rebranded EATS Act, … more

5/16/25

Kids in NYC court with no lawyer

To the editor: The Trump administration has ended all funding for legal representation in immigration cases, including funding for legal representation of children and … more

5/16/25

Riverdale is the city's largest free parking lot

For years, residents and elected officials have been fighting against unruly vehicle owners who believe Riverdale is the city's largest free parking lot. A walk along the north end … more

5/9/25

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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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