More than 250 residents attended Kingsbridge Heights Community Center’s annual Neighborhood Festival, where family-friendly activities, community connections and resource providers helped Bronx families access support in a welcoming environment. more

The Riverdale Art Association’s “Inspired by the Arts” exhibition at Riverdale Temple showcases 33 works by 20 artists, revealing how music, masterworks and everyday experiences spark original creative expression. more

Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park has reopened trails after five years of restoration, with volunteers repairing trails, removing invasive species and improving public access to one of Riverdale’s most scenic natural spaces. more

After 18 years serving Riverdale, Yohan’s Deli is closing as its owners move on to a new venture, leaving behind a legacy of perseverance, family sacrifice and community connection. more

Seventeen JFK Campus seniors earned the New York State Seal of Biliteracy, celebrating multilingual achievement, cultural identity and perseverance while preparing for college, careers and leadership in an interconnected world. more

Riverdale Celebrates Pride brought together drag performers, families and community members for a day of celebration, visibility and support, highlighting LGBTQ+ resilience, queer joy and a sense of belonging. more

A friendly monk parakeet nicknamed Houdini flew into a Riverdale apartment, sparking a community search for its owner and raising questions about whether the bird is a pet or wild. more

RiverSpring Living’s Riverdale campus features more than 4,500 artworks, including pieces by Picasso and Chagall, creating a museum-like environment where residents engage daily with history, culture and art. more

Guests attending a Riverdale housewarming and graduation party were stunned when it transformed into a surprise wedding, as Stuart Chen-Hayes and Sosimo Aparis celebrated love, community and queer visibility. more

Nine-year-old Hudson Lantigua raised nearly $1,700 in five hours through a Riverdale lemonade stand, earning enough for summer camp and sports gear while inspiring neighbors with his entrepreneurship and determination. more