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The property at the intersection of Broadway and West 262nd Street will soon hold a men’s shelter despite loud protests from the community. The shelter has been in talks since 2021 and the final paperwork went through at the end of 2023.

Shelter moves forward despite opposition

Community Board 8's opposition to a proposed men's homeless shelter on Broadway due to concerns over transparency and safety. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 5/5/24

A bucket placed to catch water from a leaky ceiling at the Kingsbridge Heights Community Center on Thursday, April 18. The center recently secured $1 million in federal money for roof repairs, which may bring an end to water leaks in classrooms and offices.

Community center has secured $1 million for needed roof repairs

Kingsbridge Heights Community Center receives $1 million for urgent roof repairs secured by Sen. Chuck Schumer. Learn about the center's vital services and the impact of this funding. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/5/24

This is one of several prototypes for new pay-by-plate parking meters in Queens. New, upgraded meters are officially rolling out in parts of Manhattan on May 8 and will gradually transition to other boroughs.

Upgraded, paperless parking is coming

NYC unveils modern parking meters citywide, replacing paper receipts with license plate input. Rollout starts May 8, saving miles of receipts and enhancing parking enforcement. more

By Eric Harvey | 5/5/24

Lack of parking causes a lot of issues, including creating dangerous obstacles for bicyclists and pedestrians. If all goes according to Mayor Eric Adams’ plan, the city could welcome many new residents with far fewer parking options.

Less parking, more housing in the City of Yes?

Mayor Eric Adams proposes City of Yes initiative, reshaping NYC zoning laws. Changes include removing parking mandates to boost housing affordability and density. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/30/24

CB8 questions the compatibility of Colonial Dames

Community Board 8 questions partnership with Colonial Dames overseeing Van Cortlandt House Museum. Concerns raised over inclusivity and community engagement. May meeting planned for further discussion. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/30/24

Shabbos ‘Alexander’ Kestenbaum, a Riverdale resident and the only Orthodox Jew at Harvard Divinity School, filed a lawsuit with fellow Jewish students in January seeking to hold Harvard accountable for what they allege is its ‘systemic and pervasive antisemitism’ on campus.

Torres wants Harvard to be accountable for antisemitism

U.S. Rep. Ritchie Torres urges Harvard University to address campus antisemitism after a Jewish student faced harassment. Torres highlights Harvard's culture of impunity. Keywords: Harvard antisemitism, campus discrimination, Ritchie Torres letter, Jewish student harassment, Harvard lawsuit. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/30/24

More than 20 members of the Herald Community Newspapers team attended the annual New York Press Association Spring Conference in Saratoga Springs over the weekend, where the newspaper group earned 18 state awards.

Riverdale Press, Herald win 18 state awards from New York Press Association

Herald Community Newspapers and The Riverdale Press shine with 18 state awards from New York Press Association, including top honors in editorial design and special section coverage. more

STAFF REPORT | 4/27/24

ERIC HARVEY A man and his dog walk on the side of the road Friday, April 12. The south sidewalk of the Henry Hudson Parkway overpass at West 232nd Street is blocked off, as state transportation department contractors build a new bike lane.

‘Walkable city’ proves it’s un-walkable in some parts

Riverdale residents express concerns over blocked sidewalk at Henry Hudson Parkway overpass, hindering pedestrian safety and accessibility amid ongoing construction. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/22/24

Photo by Adrian Fussell -- Compost bins at residential homes along Delafield Avenue in North Riverdale on Oct. 30.

Trash bin uniformity coming soon to your very neighborhood

Mayor Eric Adams mandates city-branded waste bins for NYC residents by 2026, aiming to curb rat infestation and improve sanitation. Discounted rates available. more

By Izania Gonzalez | 4/22/24

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz and his slate of district leaders and state committee members filed more than 3,000 signatures. From left, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, state committee member candidate Johanna Edmondson, district leader candidates Ben Jackson and Emily Hausman, state committee incumbent Michael Heller and Councilman Eric Dinowitz, who is not up for re-election.

Petitioning over, candidates ready for (second) primary

Get insights into the upcoming Assembly, Senate, and congressional primaries on June 25, with key candidates and club endorsements. more

By Eric Harvey | 4/22/24

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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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