The Bronx River Art Center secures a $100,000 grant from the New York Life Foundation to launch a free after-school arts program for middle-schoolers, promoting arts education and social-emotional development. more

Citi Bike continues its expansion into the Bronx, adding more docking stations and increasing access to affordable bike transportation. Local residents support the expansion, viewing it as a convenient and space-efficient way to get around. more

Overlook Manor, a former Manhattan College dorm, will soon house migrant families amid NYC's ongoing asylum-seeker crisis, sparking mixed community reactions and concerns over transparency. more

Jhoan De Jesus, a dedicated basketball coach in the Bronx, mentors young players on Spuyten Duyvil courts. His passion and commitment have transformed lives, offering guidance both on and off the court. more

Female Fight Club, a popular Riverdale women-only gym, has relocated to a larger, brighter space. The new location enhances visibility and supports its growing membership. more

The third annual Harlem River boat tour led by U.S. Rep. Adriano Espaillat focused on environmental research and shoreline greening. City officials, green organizations and students explored initiatives for improving river access, water quality and community engagement, emphasizing the importance of education and infrastructure. more

Kamala Harris may soon make history as the first woman president, but women in Riverdale are already leading. Laura Polanco, Lisa Bruskin, Suzanne Mauro and Shira Silverman are driving local change and empowering their community. more

After a contentious primary, Riverdale's Democratic clubs, Benjamin Franklin Reform Club and Unity Club, endorse Kamala Harris for president, marking a unified front against Trump. more

Amalgamated Housing Co-operative members petition to address financial burdens from a 45 percent carrying charge increase. They seek to suspend penalties, redefine 'good standing,' and halt evictions. more

Birch Family Services will open the Riverdale Early Childhood Center this fall, providing special education and therapeutic services for preschool children with autism and developmental delays. more