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Hany Giurgiu's appointed dean of Manhattan University's O'Malley School of Business.

Manhattan University's School of Business gets new dean

Hany Guirguis, who served as the interim dean at Manhattan University’s O’Malley School of Business since 2024, was officially named dean of the school last week. Fully tenured, … more

Press Report | 3/28/25

Pierre Orbe at Clinton High School announced as Principal of the Year by the School Administrators Association of New York State.

NYS high school 'Principal of the Year' is in the Bronx at Clinton High School

Pierre Orbe, principal at DeWitt Clinton High School, has been selected as the 2025 New York State High School Principal of the Year by the School Administrators Association of New York State … more

Press Report | 3/28/25

Participants chosen as suspects for the murder mystery dinner will be provided with wearable items to match the role, such as feather boas and lab coats.

Murder for a good cause, a killer way to give back

An investigation into a murder on Netherland Avenue is kicking off on March 29. With no suspects in sight, authorities are requesting your help to crack the case – but there’s a twist. … more

by Michelle Mullen | 3/21/25

Angelina “Nina” De Cesare, a spirited Girl Scout from Inwood, ventured to Riverdale with her mother, Adriana De Cesare, to deliver Girl Scout cookies. On their way, with Samoas and Thin Mints in hand, the duo discovered the Women’s History Month Community Pop-Up and couldn’t resist a stop at Sweet Note Bake for a sweet treat of their own. Nina gave the freshly baked brownie a perfect “10 out of 10,” rating in between bites.

Female entrepreneurs highlighted at KRVC

Since launching its first Community Pop-Up in May of last year, KRVC has put on these events monthly – sometimes even twice in one month. This month, the organization is marking Women’s … more

by Michelle Mullen | 3/21/25

Van Cortlandt runners cross the finish line

Months of training and preparation came down to one Sunday in March when more than 28,000 runners, including five representing the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance, gathered for the citywide half marathon … more

by Steven Goodstein | 3/21/25

Jack Powers ’58, a Manhattan University legend, pictured scoring over Syracuse during his years playing on the Manhattan men’s basketball team.

Let us honor Manhattan University basketball Legend, Jack Powers

College basketball is back in full swing in New York City, with St. Johns showcasing an exceptional season at Madison Square Garden. As many of us tune in to watch the thrilling games or attend them … more

Rob Walsh & Jilleen Barrett/Bronx Economic Development Corp. | 3/21/25

Volunteers not affiliated with Manhattan University help divvy the day’s donations, ensuring equal access for those in need.

Friendly Fridge marks five years of filling bellies

Just down the hill from Manhattan University (MU), a public refrigerator acts as a lifeline for thousands of people in need every week. With food flying off the chilled shelves as quickly as … more

by Michelle Mullen | 3/14/25

When John Kelly started his grassroots St. Patrick's Day parade in 2020, he scrapped together what he could in a last minute effort to create community as the world was shutting down. The picture shows his twin daughters holding his makeshift Irish flag banner made of miscofiber rags stapled to a stick.

Celebrating the luck of the Irish

Individuals clad in green clothing and shamrocks could be seen walking north on Broadway last weekend as they gathered to celebrate Riverdale’s own St. Patrick’s Day parade. Started … more

by ET Rodriguez | 3/14/25

Whole chickens were just one of the plethora of items individuals received at Friday’s food drive hosted by St. Gabriel’s Church.

St. Gabriel's Church serves hope to the hungry and food insecure

Despite the cold and blustering weather last Friday, more than 100 families came out to St. Gabriel’s Church first-ever food giveaway, pop-up. Sponsored by the church and distributed by … more

by ET Rodriguez | 3/14/25

Construction is nearly complete on the nearly 10,000-square feet of additional space at SAR Academy.

SAR schools launch Big Bold Future campaign

Two Orthodox Jewish schools in Riverdale will be unveiling new accommodations as part of an expansion to accommodate an increase in their student body. Late last month, Salanter Akiba Riverdale … more

by Steven Goodstein | 3/14/25

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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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