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Three quilts are on display at the Van Cortlandt House Museum through May 31 and will then move to the Kingsbridge Historical Society.

A celebration of America and the Bronx in fabric

After spending 50 years in the dark, three quilts see the light of day again. Conceived by the New York City Bicentennial Corporation, “History Stitched Together: Bronx Bicentennial … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/23/25

Jacquleine Kimmelstiel’s wish was to go to school after her education was abruptly ended at the age of 12. At the age of 97, her wish came true. .

RiverSpring Living, where dreams come true

With a variety of health services, an on-site museum and the Hebrew Home at Riverdale, RiverSpring Living has helped older adults age comfortably in their assisted living facility for more than 100 … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/23/25

Fun and festivities at the Riverdale block party

The fourth annual Riverdale Block Party was a hit, with waves of residents from all walks of life taking part in the myriad of festivities it offered – a live DJ, a vintage car display, more … more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/23/25

Jerry Lewis stands in front of his barbershop on 242nd Street. He moved to the new location in 2017, but has served the community for 25 years.

Cuts and shaves that stand the test of time: Jerry's Barbershop turns 25

The corner of 242nd Street and Broadway has seen businesses come and go. Riverdale’s only bike shop catered to the neighborhood for seven years before it closed in 2017 and the famous Shortstop … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/16/25

Councilman Eric Dinowitz and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson hold a symbolic check of the athletic field's $5 million renovation.

Kennedy campus athletic facility to become community hub

A state-of-the-art sports facility at the John F. Kennedy High School campus is unlike any other in NYC and it won’t just serve students. The revitalized space was also designed with the … more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/16/25

Renee Minus White of the Chantels held her latest book talk at KRVC, promoting “Maybe: My Memoir.”

The Chantels pop group singer is your neighbor

Renee Minus White wore a Chanel-like soft pink and cream suit with a hem down to the knees at her latest talk. She spoke with precision and an air of sophistication as she promoted her book, … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/16/25

This year’s renovation to the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden is the first in more than two decades.

Everett Children’s Adventure Garden gets $8.5M revamp

After an 18-month transformation, the NYBG Everett Children’s Adventure Garden (ESAG) welcomes families to explore its grounds again. The $8.5 million redevelopment is the first upgrade … more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/16/25

Amaurys Grullon, owner of Bronx Native, is all smiles outside of his Mott Haven store as he shows off his Bronx pride, wearing a Bronx Native x University of Mount St. Vincent hoodie.

Bronx Native and University of Mount St. Vincent drop new clothing line

Bronx Native and the University of Mount St. Vincent (UMSV) unveiled their clothing collection of Bronx influenced merchandise. The collaboration between the Bronx school and Bronx … more

by Leandra Manon | 5/9/25

Carmen Rodriguez was having a blast at RSS on May 3 as she wore the Meta Quest virtual reality headset for the first time.

Keeping older adults tech savvy

When Henry Peck, a junior at Horace Mann, switched the text on the projector from English to Chinese using ChatGPT, the room let out an audible awe. Teaching older adults how to navigate … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/9/25

Ivonne Sanchez, retired FDNY EMT, debuts the first Enders Project’s “Still Walking NYC” t-shirt, featuring her very own signature.

A Bronx-based T-shirt campaign celebrates NYC resiliency

For their first edition, the Enders Project enlisted their very own spokesperson and liaison, Ivonne Sanchez. As a Bronx native and longtime Riverdalian, Sanchez has deep roots not only within … more

by Leandra Manon | 5/9/25

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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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