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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

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

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

Suicide, a silent killer

When someone takes their own life, it almost always comes as a surprise. Loved ones are left reeling with grief, often wondering what they could have done or how they could have seen the signs. … more

5/2/25

Keep our buses and trains clean

In August 2023, the MTA increased the fare from $2.75 per ride to $2.90, with a further increase scheduled for August 2025, which will bring the total cost per ride to $3.00. In the last year, … more

4/25/25

The Riverdale Press turns 75

Seventy-five years ago, a group of neighbors who lived at 3900 Greystone Ave. gathered around a card table in the living room of David and Celia Stein’s apartment to help the founders of this … more

4/18/25

Spring into the new season by volunteering

As the winter chill fades and the warmth of spring sets in, April presents us with the perfect opportunity to step out of our homes and into our communities. It is National Volunteer Month, a time to … more

4/11/25

Beware the scam artist

With the advent of the internet and high-end technology, snake-oil salesmen have evolved. What was once a cart rolling through a small town is now an email, text or phone call and no one is immune, … more

4/4/25

Keep it local, keep it clean

Since President Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, The Press has been bombarded with letters to the editor calling him and Elon Musk Nazis and fascists. There has also been an influx of letters … more

3/28/25

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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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