William Cleary transformed a lifelong challenge with cerebral palsy into a successful photography career, earning recognition for his work while inspiring others through perseverance, creativity and determination. more

Louise McCrae, who recently turned 100, reflects on a life spanning the Great Depression to smartphones, marked by education, career success, global travel, civic engagement, kindness and lifelong activity. more

Walk through Riverdale today and you are likely to see a Ring camera mounted next to a front door. For many residents, these devices have become as common as mailboxes or porch lights. Their appeal … more

To the editor, May was Lupus Awareness Month and I am writing to express my strong support for Congressman Ritchie Torres and his continued commitment to the lupus community. As someone … more

To the editor, I’d like to flag an important position Ritchie Torres has taken against the relatively new but rapidly growing prediction market platforms like Polymarket and   Kalshi. … more

To the editor, Recently, Council member Eric Dinowitz liked a social media advertisement supporting his father, Assembly member Jeffrey Dinowitz, that was paid for by New York Future, an outside … more

A gas line explosion and a small fire were reported to The New York Fire Department  at 3:21 p.m. Friday, May 29 from 3816 Review Place in Kingsbridge.  The department said 21 units … more

Spuyten Duyvil residents and elected officials are urging USPS leadership to address staffing shortages, closures and mail theft concerns at the Kappock Street post office, calling the branch essential for local seniors. more

As grocery prices rise, Riverdale organizations report growing food insecurity among seniors, with meal delivery programs and food assistance becoming increasingly vital for older adults living on fixed incomes. more

Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s proposed budget would invest $20.5 million in New York City street vendors, expanding licenses, supporting education efforts and helping thousands of vendors move toward legal compliance. more