Historic preservationist Sarah Eccles uses Instagram to showcase Bronx architecture, labor history and overlooked neighborhoods, building a large audience while challenging stereotypes and celebrating the borough’s cultural and historical richness. more

Salanter Akiba Riverdale Academy’s Interactive Arts Festival showcased student artwork, music and performances, celebrating creativity, self-expression and arts education while highlighting how artistic learning builds confidence, perseverance and problem-solving skills. more

Dr. Clarence B. Jones, the former Riverdale resident who helped Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. draft the famed “I Have A Dream” speech and served as one of his closest advisers, died May 22 at … more

Community concerns over rising vehicle thefts prompted the NYPD to expand prevention efforts in Riverdale, where residents report ongoing thefts of cars, rims, sensors and catalytic converters. more

Construction has officially begun on River’s Edge, an 11-story luxury senior living facility in Riverdale featuring upscale amenities, long-term care services and geothermal energy infrastructure. more

Former special education teacher Ben Averbuch is teaching Bronx kids more than recipes through the Student Kitchen, using cooking workshops to promote confidence, nutrition and awareness of food insecurity. more

Longtime comedians Joe Torry, Talent Harris, Capone and Joe Clair bring their nationally recognized stand-up careers to Lehman Center for a performance rooted in shared experiences and universal humor. more

As CUNY Beyond celebrates its first graduating class, Lehman College student Jeffrey Gomez exemplifies the initiative’s mission by transforming internships and networking opportunities into a full-time finance career. more

The annual Riverdale Block Party and Riverdale Y 5K and Fun Run brought residents together for a day of live entertainment, local shopping, athletic competition and community spirit. more

A Riverdale-born production company is opening a new Bronx studio after overcoming industry setbacks, financial struggles and personal loss while building a storytelling-driven business serving local brands and high-profile clients. more