Neighborhood Notes

A listing of community events, services and programs in the northwest Bronx.

Out & About

A listing of entertainment, arts and outdoor events in the northwest Bronx.

Embattled Gonzalez Up Against Familiar Faces

With Pedro Espada, Jr., and Richard Soto also declaring as Democratic candidates in the 33rd senate district, the race to unseat Efrain Gonzalez, who is facing trial in October on federal corruption and fraud charges (Gonzalez pleaded not guilty), could be one of the most hotly contested races in the Bronx this fall.

Riders Upset About Changes Related to New Select Bus Route

Hundreds of west Bronx bus riders are calling for the city to make traveling from Fordham Road to Manhattan easier by restoring local service to Manhattan and restoring a bus stop that was eliminated with the debut of the new, supposedly faster Select Bus Service.

Baez Silent Amid Sea of Controversy

In her penultimate year as a member of the New York City Council, Maria Baez has found herself the subject of media scrutiny. News stories regarding poor attendance at Council meetings, enormous cell phone bills and a check to a non-existent organization, have left Baez with a tarnished public image.

Students Secure ‘Pathways’ to Future

Students and teachers at an East Tremont program for high school dropouts rejoiced on the last day of classes after learning their school, slated to close after graduation, would stay open for another year.

Vandalism Shuts Oval Rec Center

On a recent Sunday morning, the Williamsbridge Oval Park Recreation Center looked like the victim of a hurricane spewing brightly-colored paint. The previous night, someone, or some people, had broken into the Center and completely trashed the place.

Farmers Market Debuts in Norwood

Two years in the making, a new farmers market opened in Norwood on July 9.

Pedestrians and commuters will find fresh produce and baked goods every Wednesday at the southwest corner of West Mosholu Parkway North and Jerome Avenue through mid-November.

Pols Question Yankee Stadium Financing

State lawmakers and fiscal watchdog groups booed the lack of transparency in the New York Yankees’ recent request for nearly half a billion dollars in additional public funding for the construction of the new Yankee Stadium.