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The Bronx’s First LGBT Friendly Senior Housing Now Accepting Applications

LGBTQ identifying seniors are one of the most neglected groups within our communities but Crotona Senior Housing is looking to change that. Billed as the first LGBTQ development geared towards seniors in The Bronx, and one of the first in New York City, the 57 unit development is designed to support this very segment. A…

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MTA Increases Speed Limit on the 4/5 & 6 Lines

If this week’s commute along the 4, 5 and 6 line seem a bit faster through Manhattan, you’re not dreaming. Last Friday the MTA began increasing the speed limits along different sections on the Lexington Avenue line stretching from The Bronx down to Canal Street according to amNY. Around Union Square, amNY reports that speeds…

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Why Hip Hop Began in The Bronx

What I am about to describe to you is one of the most improbable and inspiring stories you will ever hear. It is about how young people in a section of New York widely regarded as a site of unspeakable violence and tragedy created an art form that would sweep the world.  It is a…

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Parkchester is Listed as NYC’s Most Affordable Neighborhood

Parkchester's fountain at Metropolitan Oval

A recent report by PropertyClub looked to see which are the top 50 most affordable streets and neighborhoods for home buyers and Parkchester in The Bronx, the world’s largest condominium development with over 12,000 apartments, dominated the top of both lists. For those who don’t know the neighborhood, it is one of the most diverse…

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WATCH: Desus & Mero Warn Visitors to the ‘Joker’ Stairs in The Bronx Not to Get Robbed

The Bronx’s very own Desus and Mero warned viewers on Showtime last night to try and not to get robbed if they visit the now famous “Joker” Stairs in the Highbridge area of our borough. Visitors are flocking to the steps that has been saved as a religious destination on the internet and being met…

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Ritchie Torres Reaps Real Estate Cash in Bronx Congress Race

City Councilmember Ritchie Torres’ bid to represent the South Bronx in Congress is raking in real estate cash, campaign finance records show. Torres leads a crowded pack of Democrats seeking to replace retiring Rep. José Serrano, pulling in a top $878,000 since declaring his candidacy in July. At least $110,000 of that came from people…

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