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If she becomes Bronx borough president, Assemblywoman Nathalia Fernández wants to host monthly town halls between police and the communities they serve. Fernández is one of five candidates running in a June 22 Democratic primary to replace Ruben Diaz Jr. as Bronx borough president.
Bronx looking for its next (executive) cheerleader
For the past decade, Ruben Diaz Jr., has been the Bronx’s chief advocate — roaming around the Boogie Down, promoting all it has to offer. more
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How Urban Living Survives The Pandemic
by Rachel Burris (NAPSI)—While cities have suffered since COVID-19 began spreading across the country, things may soon change. The Cause Many people fear densely packed environments and … more
Although students spent many months not learning in-person at DeWitt Clinton High School, some of them spent that time still making waves — or, more aptly, airwaves. Governor’s Podcast — the product of Clinton’s newest club — is available on most major podcast streaming platforms.
Quiet in class, but speaking up on the airwaves
The past year has felt like a history Regents question come to life for Sky Torres. But there could be a lot less guesswork for that inevitable test question thanks to the endeavors of her fellow classmates at DeWitt Clinton High School. more
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Life moves forward at The Riverdale Y’s Sunday Market at Riverdale Temple with fresh produce from Upstate farms, and now a whole array of activities. In fact, market manager Shira Silverman says there’s some big plans to make the weekly shopping experience even bigger — including plans to go year-round.
Sunday Market kicks off new season with big changes
There was a lot for Shira Silverman to ponder as she kicked off a new season of The Riverdale Y’s Sunday Market last year. She anticipated everything she could. But there ended up being one variable she missed completely: the coronavirus pandemic. more
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A family leaves P.S. 81 Robert J. Christen at the final bell before spring break. More students will likely return to in-person learning both here and at other elementary schools, thanks to a new hybrid learning opt-in window and new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention saying three feet of physical distance is now acceptable in school buildings.
Closing the COVID-19 distance — in schools, at least
Few education landscapes have been subject to changes over the course of the coronavirus pandemic as much as the city’s public elementary schools. more
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Simon Cane has spent the majority of fourth grade learning from home. But he’ll soon return to P.S. 81 Robert J. Christen’s Riverdale Avenue campus as one of many students citywide making the switch from remote learning to hybrid learning — taking classes not just at home, but physically at school as well.
Classroom return: 25,000 and counting
If the past year has taught society anything, it’s that a lot can change even over the course of a few weeks. And even more can change over four months. more
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For the first time since October 2020, at least half of parents are comfortable with their child returning to school.
Parents More Optimistic About Education
(NAPSI—According to a recent EdChoice and Morning Consult poll, half of parents of school-aged children said they were very or somewhat comfortable with their children returning to school “right … more
Lara Garey provides full-time care to her husband Tom who lives with ALS, caused by his military service.
Free Professional Help For Family Caregivers
(NAPSI)—There is good news for many individuals who care for a loved one living with an injury or illness connected to military service. They’re now eligible for free professional … more
Eddie Cullen knows there hasn't been anyone from the Bronx who has claimed the mantle of New York City mayor. And while he knows his candidacy is a long shot — he says not to count him out just yet.
Cullen hopes to bring more humanity to mayor's office
If you don’t know who Eddie Cullen is, don’t worry. He’s not offended. And in fact, you might know one of his relatives, and not even realize it. more
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A sign announces the temporary closure of the Riverdale Library in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
One Year Later ...
She was a Manhattan health care worker who recently returned from Iran. He was a New Rochelle lawyer who worked in Manhattan. Everyday people leading everyday lives. But what they carried inside them was no everyday virus. And there was just no way they could know how it would change not just their home, but the world. more
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