Riverdale artist Stacey Natal launched the Life Happens Now mail club, blending personal letters, artwork and affirmations to inspire connection, healing and creativity after navigating cancer recovery and caregiving challenges. more

A New York bill seeking to eliminate the intoxication defense in rape cases faces ongoing delays, as lawmakers and advocates debate legal language, wrongful conviction concerns and the urgency of protecting survivors. more

Riverdale residents honor Terry Connaughton, whose decades of leadership in Gaelic sports, public service and community building connected Irish immigrants across New York and Ireland, leaving a lasting cross-generational legacy. more

Riverdale/Kingsbridge Academy’s Cultural Diversity Day brings students together to share food, traditions and stories, creating a student-led celebration that fosters inclusion, cultural pride and deeper understanding across the school’s diverse community. more

Former Riverdale resident Chantal Belzberg receives the Israel Prize for her decades of work co-founding OneFamily, providing emotional, financial and community support to thousands of victims of terror and their families. more

Riverdale Senior Services completes a major kitchen renovation, expanding meal capacity and improving dining spaces, as part of a broader plan to enhance programs, reduce isolation and better serve older adults. more

Wave Hill’s John Nally internship program trains aspiring horticulturists through hands-on work, as three interns from diverse backgrounds gain skills, explore creativity and build pathways toward careers in gardening and landscape design. more

Midnight Noodle Mart opens on Riverdale Avenue, where owner Jacqueline Rojas blends Korean-inspired ramen, snacks and drinks with a family-run, community-focused approach, encouraging residents to explore new flavors in a welcoming space. more

Bronx artist Daniel Hauben unveils “Emergence” at Edgehill, showcasing decades of work and a major surrealist piece, reflecting personal growth and creative freedom. more

A renovated basketball court at Old Fort Four Park highlights years of community advocacy in Kingsbridge Heights, as residents and local leaders worked to restore the space and revive neighborhood engagement. more