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UPDATE 52nd Precinct Community Council Fellowship Recognition Breakfast Held

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The following story is an extended version of the one which appears in our latest print edition.   The bravery and commitment of police officers, along with the contributions of other volunteer and community leaders and elected officials to protecting and uplifting the community, were formally recognized on July 26 during the 52nd Precinct Community Council Fellowship Recognition Breakfast held at Fordham Manor’s Monroe College, located at 2501 Jerome Avenue.   The 52nd Precinct Community Council comprises president, Brenda Caldwell-Paris, vice-president, Gerald (“Jerry”) Landron, treasurer, Grace Seiner, recording secretary, Joy (Syeeda) LaFontaine, sergeant-at-arms, Doug Condition, and council youth representative, law


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DSNY’s “Trucks of Art” Program Highlights Sustainability and Honors New York’s Essential Workers

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has announced a revival of its art program, “Trucks of Art,” which offers New York artists the opportunity to creatively paint a garbage collection truck.   “Trucks of Art” is open to all artists – professional, amateur and aspiring. Priority will be given to proposals that encourage New Yorkers to use litter baskets and recycling, or those that honor DSNY’s essential workers. To promote sustainability, artists are challenged with using paints that would otherwise be discarded or recycled.   Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch said DSNY’s fleet is part of the cityscape. “We’re


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Kingsbridge Heights: Building Applications Filed for New 6-Story Building at 3128 Bailey Avenue

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Construction applications have been filed with New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) for a permit to build a 6-story, mixed-use building at 3128 Bailey Avenue in the Kingsbridge Heights section of The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY.   Located between Albany Crescent and Fort Independence Street, the lot is two blocks from the 231st Street subway station, serviced by the 1 train. Yaniv Zohar is listed as the owner behind the applications.   According to LinkedIn, Yaniv Zohar is the founder of 57Group & Halston Construction + Development, a full service construction and development company. “The company’s work spans


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Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence Continues Summer BBQ Series as YTD Shootings Fall v 2021

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Bronx Rises Against Gun Violence (B.R.A.G.), a cure violence program created by nonprofit, Good Shepherd Services, is continuing its series of peace barbeques held at various locations within the boundaries of The Bronx’s 46th, 47th and 52nd Precincts throughout the summer months. The “B.R.A.G. Northwest Peace BBQ” was held on Saturday, July 16, in Fordham Manor. The events aim to uplift local communities, and are part of a wider effort to curb the prevalence of ongoing gun violence, particularly among the youth across the borough.   From noon to 5 p.m., kids and adults were seen enjoying themselves along the


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Williamsbridge: Search for Man after Unprovoked Assault at Gun Hill Road Subway

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking the public’s help identifying the person seen in the attached surveillance photo who is sought regarding an assault that occurred in Williamsbridge.   It was reported to police that on Thursday, Aug. 25, at around 00.15 a.m., the victim, a 28-year-old man, was sitting aboard a southbound line 2 subway at the East Gun Hill Road and White Plains Road subway station, when an unidentified male individual approached him, and without being provoked, struck him with a bag full of food.   The assailant then punched the victim multiple times about the face with a closed


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UPDATE Bridge, Street Closures & General Transportation Updates for The Bronx from Aug. 26 through 2024

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) and the NYPD have advised of the following street and bridge closures in The Bronx and Manhattan from Aug. 26  through 2024. East 139th Street between Alexander Avenue and Willis Avenue: This street will be closed Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Aug. 28 to facilitate crane operation. East 149th Street between Exterior Street and Exterior Street: This street will be closed 24/7 through Sept. 15 to facilitate access and use. East 160th Street between Forest Avenue and Tinton Avenue: This street


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UPDATE Mt. Hope: 22-Year-Old Male Arrested for Murder following Triple Shooting Incident

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Police said a 22-year-old man has been arrested on murder charges following the shooting in the head of another 22-year-old man in Mt. Eden on Saturday. Two other young men are in hospital, one in critical condition, following the triple shooting.   Police said that on Saturday, Aug. 27, at around 3.50 a.m., police responded to a 911 call regarding a person shot near the corner of East Burnside Avenue and Grand Concourse in Mt. Eden, located in the 46th Precinct.   Upon arrival, officers observed three people with sustained gunshot wounds. The first, a 22-year-old man, had been shot


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Bronx Monkeypox Townhall Addresses Stigma, Vaccines & Prevention

By EMILY SAWAKED
 The Office of the Bronx Borough President, Destination Tomorrow, and NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOH) recently hosted a Bronx Town Hall on the Monkeypox epidemic, as case numbers continued to rise across the borough and city.   Livestreamed on Monday, Aug. 15, from New Settlement Community Center in the Mt. Eden section, the event was moderated by BronxNet’s Gary Axelbank, and saw representatives from all three host groups answer questions from concerned citizens about vaccination sites, testing, outreach for populations at-risk and preventative measures.   Deputy Bronx Borough President Janet Peguero kicked off the event, saying, “We’ve


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Brooklyn Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Wakefield Man in 2014 During Cannabis Deal

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Damian Williams, U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, announced on Friday, Aug. 26, that defendant, Grant Donavan, pled guilty on Friday in Manhattan federal court to participating in the armed robbery of murder victim, Jercar Brooks, in the Wakefield section of The Bronx on Jan. 23, 2014. As part of his guilty plea, Grant admitted that during the robbery, he shot and killed Brooks.   In the context of the announcement, Williams said, “Eight years ago, Jercar Brooks was murdered inside his apartment in The Bronx. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the New York City Police


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