Father of Slain Bronx HS Athlete Indicted

Bronx District Attorney Robert Johnson announced last week that Andre Muller has been indicted on charges of assault and illegal possession of a weapon in connection to a deadly altercation that occurred this June in Bedford Park that resulted in the death of the defendant’s son, Isayah Muller, a high school football star.

Oval Shooting Victim Charged in Gun Hill Road Stickup

A teen who was shot last week on Tyron Avenue near Williamsbridge Oval Park was arrested for armed robbery of an East Gun Hill Road nail salon that same day, according to a police source.

Kingsbridge Armory at Center of Citywide Living Wage Debate

Born out of an argument fought two years ago over a proposed shopping mall at the Kingsbridge Armory, a fierce battle over legislation setting wage requirements at some publicly subsidized developments has come to a head this month.

For 2nd Straight Year, Bronx’s Clinton Falls to Lincoln in HS Football Playoffs

See all the action captured by photographer Francesca Andre from DeWitt Clinton’s 30-14 loss to Lincoln in last Saturday’s semifinal showdown.

Tales from the Occupy Protests: Yankee Stadium

For Bronx Occupy Wall Street activists, perhaps no meet-up location was more apt than in the shadow of the new Yankee Stadium. The dozen or so protesters that had assembled beside the McDonalds on 161 Street and River Avenue said that despite city involvement in the project, the community has yet to see the benefits of the new billion-dollar ballpark.

Tales from the Occupy Protests: Fordham Road

At the intersection of Grand Concourse and Fordham Road two weeks ago, about two dozen people showing their support and affiliation with the Occupy Wall Street movement were joined by Bronx State Senator Gustavo Rivera. “Six months ago, we were not having the conversations that we are having today about economic inequality,” said Rivera

Tax Workshop for Bronx Small Businesses

The end of the year is fast approaching, and with that comes what many dread: tax season. That’s why the Bronx Small Businesses Development Center is having a tax workshop geared towards helping small businesses handle their taxes. It’s on Wednesday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 2501 Grand Concourse on the third floor.

Bronx Community College Unveils “Transformation” Mural

The Bronx Community College has unveiled a new student-driven mural on its campus, called “Transformation.” It’s located on the temporary construction fence adjacent to the college’s Language Hall.

Thanksgiving Recipes from The Norwood News’ Be Healthy! Section

There’s no doubt the turkey is the inevitable star of the Thanksgiving spread. But if you want to boost the health quotient of your holiday meal, let your vegetable side dishes share some of that spotlight.