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New York City law requires 26 agencies to offer voter registration to every eligible citizen they encounter.

Study Finds Most NYC Agencies Ignoring Voter Registration Law

A Manhattan University study led by Dr. Margaret Groarke found that most New York City agencies are failing to comply with a law requiring them to offer voter registration, leaving more than a million eligible residents unregistered. more

by Michelle Mullen | 11/7/25

Over 50 percent of renters in greater Riverdale are rent burdened, the board said.

Bronx Community Board 8 Delays Vote on TOPA

The Bronx Community Board 8 Housing Committee postponed its vote to support the Tenant Opportunity to Purchase Act, a bill aimed at empowering tenants to buy their buildings and preserve affordable housing in the Bronx. more

by Olivia Young | 11/7/25

Zohran Mamdani has been elected the 111th mayor of New York City.

Mamdani wins NYC mayoral race

After Tuesday night's call, Zohran Mamdani is set to become the 111th mayor of New York City. more

Staff Report | 11/4/25

Riverdale Leaders Welcome Gaza Ceasefire and Call for Lasting Peace

After two years of war, Riverdale leaders are expressing hope and relief following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas that could mark a historic step toward peace. more

Nick Faria | 10/30/25

Polls opened on Oct. 25 for early voting in the general election, and will close Nov. 4 at 9 p.m.

Riverdale officials withhold endorsements ahead of mayoral race

As the New York City mayoral election nears, some Bronx officials are staying neutral amid controversy over candidate positions and past scandals. more

by Olivia Young | 10/30/25

Councilman Eric Dinowitz held a town hall at Riverdale Senior Services on Oct. 16 to inform voters of what’s on their ballot.”

Bronx Leaders Oppose Charter Changes That Shift Housing Power to Mayor

Bronx leaders warn voters that proposed NYC charter changes threaten local say over housing and land use decisions. more

Michelle Mullen | 10/23/25

Moderators told mayoral candidates the most frequently reported issues to 311 across boroughs are noise and illegal parking.

Illegal Parking Concerns Rise at New York City Mayoral Debate

Riverdale illegal parking complaints to 311 soar since pandemic more

Olivia Young | 10/23/25

Laura Klein, left, and Dan Guenzburger, right, marched alongside a dozen others from Riverdale on Oct. 18 in Times Square.

Riverdale Joins No Kings Protest Against Trump Policies

Riverdale residents joined nationwide No Kings protests, rallying locally and in Manhattan against Trump-era policies. more

Olivia Young | 10/23/25

Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy students led performances in between testimonials. .

SAR Hosts Vigil for Oct. 7 Victims and Hostages

Nearly 600 residents listened to song, prayer, and firsthand accounts of the attack on Israel more

Staff Report | 10/10/25

Sid Augarten Field, inside Vinmont Veteran Park, has been home to the North Riverdale Baseball and Softball League since 1993. .

Debate Grows Over Installing Lights at Sid Augarten Field in Riverdale

Neighborhood league wants more playing time, residents worry about quality of life more

Olivia Young | 10/10/25

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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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