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Gary Axelbank’s jaw literally dropped when Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson announced his win as the People’s Choice Award and his induction into the Bronx Walk of Fame.

The People’s Choice of the Bronx lives in Kingsbridge

Bronx Week, taking place May 5 – 18, is in full swing with special events happening all over the borough, but the highlight of the two-week celebration is the announcement of the names for … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/16/25

If Con Edison's rate hike is approved, consumers will see delivery charges spike in January 2026.

Con Edison pays billions in taxes and you’re picking up the tab

New Yorkers are sounding the alarm over Con Edison’s proposed rate hikes, with some blaming a tax structure that quietly shifts the burden onto consumers. Con Edison paid more than $3.3 … more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/16/25

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

The first American pope in the Catholic Church's history assumed his on May 8.

Riverdale Catholics voice hopes for Pope Leo XIV’s papacy

Churchgoers leaving their first Sunday Mass since Pope Robert Francis Prevost’s papacy began reflected on his election and hopes for his leadership. White smoke billowed from the chimney … more

by Michelle Mullen | 5/16/25

Luis Alfredo Garcia, vendor of Orwashers Bakery, is co-founder of the newest Sunday market in Riverdale, Cravings and Crafts Farmer’s Market.

A tale of two markets: Building community through division

It was the best of times; it was the worst of times. In the last few weeks, the community has been up in arms over the delayed return of the Riverdale Y’s Sunday market. Since 2011, the … more

by ET Rodriguez | 5/9/25

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

Jamil Haque (left), Diana Peralta (center), and Juan Vietorisz (right), all deaf staff members at St. Joseph’s School for the Deaf, shared a laugh while conversing in American Sign Language.

Bridging deaf and hearing communities

Since April, a small group of women huddle around a table at Emiliano’s Market on Tuesdays, with printouts of the American Sign Language alphabet before them. Seated between a stack of shopping … more

by Michelle Mullen | 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

Pope Francis at the Western Wall in Jerusalem in 2014.

Local church-goers mourn the death of Pope Francis

The 266th pope passed away on Easter Monday at his residence in Casa Santa Marta in Vatican City at 7:35 a.m. The 88-year-old’s death was caused by a stroke that put him in a coma and led to … more

by Leandra Manon | 5/2/25

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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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