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Monica Iken-Murphy was instrumental in the creation of the 9/11 memorial on the site of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.

Monica Iken-Murphy’s Mission to Preserve the 9/11 Memorial and Legacy

Monica Iken-Murphy’s husband died on 9/11, inspiring her lifelong mission to preserve the World Trade Center memorial and teach its lasting lessons. more

Michelle mullen | 9/12/25

Kingsbridge Riverdale Van Cortlandt Development Corporation’s booth offered art and other resources for kids. .

Kingsbridge Block Party Brings Community Together with Free Backpacks and Wellness Resources

Kingsbridge families closed out the summer with a health and wellness block party more

Olivia Young | 9/12/25

Several businesses, including Regal Pharmacy have been forced to find alternate methods to fulfill requests from the public.

Transformer fire leaves Riverdale shopkeepers without electricity

One of Riverdale’s busiest shopping areas has gone dark with costly results. One business estimated over $1 million worth of product spoiled more

Michelle Mullen | 9/10/25

Zohran Mamdani told The Press he was excited to win over voters who didn’t support him in the primaries.

Zohran Mamdani Earns Endorsements from Bronx Leaders in Mayoral Race

Major Bronx democratic party leaders vocalized support for the nominee more

Olivia Young | 9/8/25

Rabbi Yitz Greenberg Calls for Moral Clarity on Gaza Crisis in Open Letter

Rabbi Dr. Irving “Yitz” Greenberg, 60-year Riverdale resident, signs open letter calling out Israel more

Olivia Young | 9/5/25

The city’s department of buildings approved street-level work, stormwater management projects and demolition of 3657 Kingsbridge Ave.

Riverdale Diner Site to Become Raising Cane’s After Demolition Approved

Once a community staple, the Riverdale Diner is set to become a Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers restaurant After years of sitting empty, the site will undergo a massive overhaul. This … more

Olivia Young | 9/5/25

Mosquitos are often carriers of West Nile Virus.

West Nile Virus Detected in Riverdale; City Steps Up Mosquito Control

City sprays Riverdale after West Nile cases more

Mike Sinkewicz | 9/5/25

Paige Beazer opened a catering service called “Yum by Paige,” after 15 years as a teacher.

Riverdale Celebrates Black Business Month and Local Entrepreneurial Spirit

Local entrepreneur Paige Beazer finds community support for Yum By Paige more

Gary Jean-Juste | 9/5/25

Council Member Eric Dinowitz discussing different places where Citi Bike should be added. .

Riverdale Leaders Urge Revisions to Citi Bike Expansion Plan

Leaders push DOT to adjust Riverdale Citi Bike station expansion plan more

Mike Sinkewicz | 9/5/25

The Mambo Legends Orchestra and its 21-piece ensemble will kick off the Fall season lineup at the Lehman Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday, Sept. 20.

Lehman Center Unveils Star-Studded 2025 Fall Season in the Bronx

Sheila E., Ivy Queen and Dru Hill headline Lehman Center’s fall 2025 season more

Mike Sinkewicz | 9/5/25

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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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