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Ritchie Torres, the Freshest of New Faces in Bronx Politics

As midnight approached outside of Ritchie Torres’ campaign headquarters in Belmont, a half dozen political soldiers basked in the dim, orange light, happily drinking, smoking and trading war stories. After an exhaustive Democratic primary campaign in the Bronx’s 15th District that ended in success last Tuesday night, there was nothing left to do but relax and enjoy the moment.

At 40 Years Old, Group Keeps Working for the Bronx

For four decades, the organization now known as BronxWorks has assisted the people of the borough with their most basic needs and problems. As it celebrates its 40th anniversary this year, the jack-of-all-needs nonprofit is saying good-bye to its longtime leader and hello to an exciting future.

Hot Off The Press, Get Your Norwood News Now!

The latest print edition of the Norwood News is making its way into Bronx libraries, schools, community centers, hospitals, medical offices, laundromats, grocery stores and more. In this issue, you’ll find: primary election coverage, including local results and controversies; a story about hockey legend Mark Messier and his new role as head of the Kingsbridge National Ice Center at the Kingsbridge Armory (the project was approved by Community Board 7 on Tuesday night; the story behind the suicide attempt inside a Norwood Catholic church; health tips for allergy sufferers, our Out & About arts and entertainment guide and more. If you can’t make it out to pick a copy up of your own, no problem, just download the digital version at any time. We’ll start rolling out the print edition stories here on Breaking Bronx on Friday.

Out & About: What’s Happening in the Bronx

Looking for something to do in the Bronx? We’ve got you covered. Our Out & About section features dozens of activities, concerts, exhibits and other recreational activities happening in the Boogie Down.

Council Overrides Bloomberg’s Veto of the Community Safety Act

The New York City Council overrode Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s veto of the Community Safety Act last month, striking a massive blow to the New York Police Department’s stop-and-frisk policy. Although the City Council had passed the Community Safety Act in June, both bills were vetoed by Bloomberg in July.