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Throughout Norma Garbo’s career, she has worked with legendary musicians, including Tommy James, Melba Moore, Eddie Kendricks, Laura Branigan, Jimmy Cliff, Billy Joel and Taylor Swift.

Renowned vocal coach Norma Garbo: From backing Billy Joel to mentoring Taylor Swift

Vocal coach Norma Garbo has shaped the careers of stars like Tommy James, Taylor Swift and Melba Moore. She also backed Billy Joel and worked with The Scissor Sisters. more

by Eric Harvey and Mohammad Rafiq | 8/1/24

Denise Caraballo has authored a children’s book she hopes teaches children to be respectful and kind while embracing different cultures and customs of those around them.

New children's book "Be Kind I'm Me" teaches respect and diversity

Denise Caraballo's new book, "Be Kind I'm Me," follows a diverse young girl learning respect and kindness in a new school, promoting cultural understanding among children. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/26/24

James Lapin and his family have hosted the Friday night Shabbat dinners at Hebrew Institute of Riverdale for more than 15 years, welcoming all to partake in the festivities.

Community Board 8 honors local volunteers and businesses at annual awards

Community Board 8 celebrates its annual awards, honoring local volunteers like James Lapin for their dedication to improving Bronx CB8 residents' lives through initiatives like the Hebrew Institute's Shabbat dinners. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/19/24

Dunkin' celebrates Bronx community with free coffee giveaway and charitable donation

Discover Dunkin's deep-rooted presence in the Bronx community, celebrated with giveaways and charitable donations, following a recent store redesign. more

by Alaska St. Clair | 7/19/24

Once a place for nuns, the Inwood religious sanctuary has become a place to learn about and conserve butterflies, like the monarch.

Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary: Urban oasis protects monarchs and inspires conservation

Discover the Inwood Butterfly Sanctuary, a vibrant community garden fostering monarch butterfly conservation amid urban challenges. more

by Alaska St. Clair | 7/19/24

Riverdale native and artist Ian Sullivan, left, lays down the base layer for a new mural that will commemorate the Friendly Fridge’s enduring success.

Riverdale artist Ian Sullivan creates mural for Friendly Fridge Foundation's anniversary

Riverdale artist Ian Sullivan creates a mural to commemorate the Friendly Fridge Foundation's fourth anniversary, celebrating community impact and combating food insecurity. more

by Alaska St. Clair | 7/19/24

Librado Romero, once a celebrated photojournalist for The New York Times, spends time in his Yonkers art studio, which he has decorated to feel like a second home.

Librado Romero's life-inspired art exhibited at Gallery 505 in Riverdale

Librado “Lee” Romero, an accidental photographer turned artist, showcases his life-inspired paintings at Gallery 505. His work reflects his global experiences and personal history. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/19/24

Next year, community green space Riverdale Stables plans to expand to offer more inclusive programs and facilities.

Riders discover the therapeutic and community benefits of Riverdale Stables

Scott Tarter, co-manager of Riverdale Stables, shares his lifelong passion for horses, highlighting the stables' community-focused programs and therapeutic benefits. more

by Alaska St. Clair | 7/15/24

Laura Levine-Pinedo has worked with both Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Van Cortlandt Development Corp. and the 4Bronx Project since 2020 to engage the community in family-friendly activities and educational experiences.

Laura Levine-Pinedo appointed interim executive director of KRVC Development Corp.

Laura Levine-Pinedo has been named interim executive director of the Kingsbridge-Riverdale-Van Cortlandt Development Corp, bringing fresh energy and ideas to the nonprofit. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/12/24

Nicky Enright, center, along with Olugbala Williams, left, and Nils Folke Anderson were the primary artists on the mural outside Studio Delaj on 236th Street.

New Riverdale mural highlights local birds threatened by climate change

Artist Nicky Enright and his team completed a mural on Riverdale Avenue depicting 15 local birds threatened by climate change, aiming to raise environmental awareness. more

by Izania Gonzalez | 7/12/24

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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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