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Larry Addeo, owner of Addeo’s Riverdale Pizzeria, says the new vaccine mandate will make it much more difficult for him to hire not only at his North Riverdale shop, but in his other eateries around the Bronx. Addeo already doesn’t require vaccine status checks at his Riverdale pizzeria since most of his orders are takeout and delivery anyway. But that’s not the case in some of his other establishments.

Vax mandate another burden, small biz says

But even in the waning days of an administration, it’s never too late to try and leave a lasting impact. Especially for Bill de Blasio, who’s rumored to be eyeing a run for governor next year. That very well may be why de Blasio announced a coronavirus vaccine mandate last week for all of the city’s private sector workers. more

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER | 12/21/21

Ada Rosario sits in a car outside of Con Sabor Latino at 3652 Bailey Ave., where her family business existed before it was extensively damaged by flames. Rosario is waiting to hear back from the landlord whether they can return before the year is over.

Bailey Ave businesses remain burned out

For many, the last two years have been anything but easy. For Ada Rosario and her husband Julio, however, things have taken a turn for the worst. Last week, the commercial strip where their restaurant — Con Sabor Latino — is located, was practically destroyed by flames. Now the couple is left with several questions and no answers. more

By JOSEPH DE LA CRUZ | 11/14/21

Until a couple of weeks ago, it looked as if Ridgewood Savings Bank in Van Cortlandt Village would be just the latest local financial institution to shutter. But thanks to an effort led by Community Board 8 and others, Ridgewood renewed its lease to keep its 3899 Sedgwick Ave., branch open.

Van Cortlandt Village bank won't shutter after all

Memories are still raw for some over the closing earlier this year of a Chase Bank branch in Knolls Crescent — a move that drew fierce protests from neighbors there, many who are senior citizens and depend on bricks-and-mortar institutions instead of using the internet or a smartphone. more

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER | 9/19/21

An Beal Bocht Cafe fell on hard times during the coronavirus pandemic, especially when the popular West 238th Street hangout shut down for three months. Bronagh Harmon, one of the café’s bartenders, said she’s happy Gov. Andrew Cuomo lifted most pandemic restrictions on businesses last week — bringing some relief after a very stressful year.

Businesses navigate a post-pandemic reality

The coronavirus pandemic didn’t spare any part of the Bronx. Beyond those who actually fought COVID-19 itself, the pandemic dealt tremendous economic blows to the borough’s small-business community. more

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER | 6/27/21

Tililá Casa Publica y Cocina on Bailey Avenue narrowly avoided taking a big step toward losing its liquor license after a vote by Community Board 8 reflecting on some complaints against the bar. Jose Tilia, Tililá’s owner, says he’s willing to work with the Mend NYC program and the community board to address noise issues there.

Bailey Ave bar tackles noise, car complaints

It’s strange to think every time someone sips on a cocktail or a beer in this corner of the Bronx, that drink was approved by Community Board 8. more

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER | 6/20/21

Neighbors and elected officials successfully delayed the closing of the Knolls Crescent Chase Bank storefront last year after rallying and sending letters to the branch’s parent company last fall. But their efforts seem to have been in vain, as the bank looks to officially close May 17.

Knolls Crescent bank looks to close — for real this time

It’s always a pleasant surprise when grassroots community activism actually gets the attention of those in power and leads to something positive. The residents of Knolls Crescent got a taste of this last year when they successfully delayed the closing of their local Chase Bank branch. more

By ETHAN STARK-MILLER | 5/2/21

What impact can one branch of a national bank have on a neighborhood? Quite a big one, apparently. After Chase Bank customers in Knolls Crescent received notice that location would close later this year, politicians and neighbors have banded together, asking them to stay open.

Chase Bank says it’s closing, community fights back

A simple trip to the bank might not seem like much — a quick withdrawl from the ATM or cashing a check is a day-to-day-occurrence, and many customers do a lot of that without ever seeing a bank teller. more

By KIRSTYN BRENDLEN | 10/25/20

Sinhué Padilla Isunza, a Bronx resident and career musician, performs on Johnson Avenue on Aug. 2, as part of the first Open Streets Sundays. The program, run by the Kingsbridge Riverdale Van Cortlandt Development Corp., blocks off streets so restaurants and artists can set up stands in a socially distanced manner.

It’s not quite a festival, but it’s the next best thing

Johnson Avenue, once sporting several festivals, has hit something of a snag in recent years. The cancellation of the Johnson Avenue Block Festival in late 2018 — which ended in part due to a lack of funds — didn’t devastate the economic prosperity of the area. But it certainly left a bitter taste in the mouths of business owners and prospective customers alike. more

By RAPHAEL LASSAUZE | 8/16/20

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