After decades of Bronx animal lovers pleading with New York City officials, we’re getting a…
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Legionnaires’ cases in New York City have increased by 65% in 2017 as compared to…
And our Bronx and Dominicana superstar Cardi B makes history yet again, this time knocking…
Uniqlo, the popular Japanese clothing company, is opening their first Bronx store this coming Spring…
Despite overwhelming disapproval and community opposition, New York City Department of City Planning has approved…
Destination Tomorrow Expands LGBTQ Service Portfolio and Moves Forward with Bronx LGBTQ Center Expansion The Bronx,…
Bally’s gambling complex proposal at the former Trump Links in Throggs Neck relies on getting state approval to alienate parkland, but lacks local leaders’ support as the legislative session winds down. By…
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Historic District Council Selects Westchester Square & Arthur Avenue For Annual ‘Six to Celebrate’
Each year, New York City’s Historic District Council selects that they believe, “…merit preservation…” and become priorities for the organization over the course of the year for advocacy and consultation. We’re super excited that for 2018 they have selected two Bronx locations steeped in history: Westchester Square and Arthur Avenue home of New York City’s…
Developer “Excited” to Start Trend for New Construction for Middle Class in The South Bronx
An economically diverse neighborhood is crucial for its financial stability and that is something we won’t deny. In a perfect world, low-income families can co-exist with middle and high-income families in the same neighborhood without fear of displacement or lacking services geared towards their economic demographics but sadly in the real world, that’s not how…
75% of Samples Taken From Bronx Parks Test Positive Parasite Eggs
A survey done last year of New York City playgrounds revealed the presence of Toxocara eggs from a parasite that can cause blindness, respiratory problems, liver function, and negative impact on cognitive abilities especially in children. The survey was conducted at 21 parks across the city with 9 testing positive for the eggs but more…
Apply for New “Affordable” Housing Apartments in Allerton
This one made me laugh when it came across my desk. Apparently $1,900 is “affordable” for a two bedroom in The Bronx according to a new offering on NYC’s Housing Connect. There are currently 5 units available for residents making 130% of the Area Median Income which ranges from $49,715 – $86,840 for a single…
Take The Bronx LGBTQ Needs Assessment Survey
If you are a Bronx resident who identifies as LGBTQ then please take this needs assessment survey which will be used by the Office of the Bronx Borough President to better understand the needs of our community. As you are perhaps painfully aware, our borough has been lacking an official LGBTQ center of its own…
Bronx Business Improvement Districts Support NYC Council Leadership Picks
The Bronx coalition of Business Improvement Districts have issued a joint statement on the selection of top New York City Council leadership posts strengthening our borough and placing Bronx council members at the head of some of the most powerful committees in the city. The statement issued by the Bronx BIDs is as follows: New…
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