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Deputy Bronx BP, Janet A. Peguero, Embodies Spirit of Dominican Heritage Month

By JULIAN NAZAR
  Janet A. Peguero’s favorite spot in The Bronx is Hunts Point Flower Market. “When things get a little bit stressful, I feel like flowers help me center myself, by just admiring the beauty and the color,” the deputy Bronx borough president said. “And then, it’s just a plus that it’s a Dominican-owned business, and I get to support a local, family-owned and family-operated business,” she added.   This week marks the last week of Dominican Heritage Month, which celebrates the legacy and contributions of New York’s thriving Dominican American community who, according to the latest census figures, comprise 323,240


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Bronx BP Hosts Black History Month Celebration, as Staten Island Ferry Named for City’s First, Free Black Community

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson hosted her annual Black History Month event, celebrating African-American history and culture. on Friday, Feb. 25, at 5.30 p.m. at Maestro’s Caterers Banquet Hall in the Van Nest section of The Bronx, and was joined on the night by New York City Mayor Eric Adams.   During the event, Gibson honored various community leaders in recognition of what she said was their valuable contribution to the residents of The Bronx and throughout New York City. This year’s honorees included President of the NAACP Dr. Hazel N. Dukes, Attorney at Rodman and Campbell, P.C.


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Police Athletic League’s Tournament of Champions Engages Bronx Kids in STEM Projects

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Police Athletic League (PAL) youngsters from all five boroughs of New York City participated in the citywide PAL Tournament of Champions STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Challenge, on Wednesday, Feb. 16. Activities focused on STEM and physical education learning, featuring engineering, design and physics skills building. The 2022 competition was an individual, center-based competition held at each PAL center with participants in Kindergarten through eighth grades working within age groups.   Dana Wheeler, PAL director of education and program development, said the academic needs of the participants continue to be a top priority at PAL, with STEM activities serving


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Bedford Park: Madden’s Pub Quietly Shuts after 50 Years

By DAVID GREENE
  The once popular Madden’s Pub, located at East Bedford Park Boulevard and Villa Avenue in the Bedford Park neighborhood, has sadly and quietly closed its door after at least 50 years in business.   Since the pandemic first hit, Madden’s had struggled to survive. In the summer of 2021, the management team opened an outdoor shed for additional seating and brought in a giant TV so that fans could see NFL games on Sundays. The owners also installed a small window for takeout orders and began selling White Castle hamburgers, a move which had begun to draw crowds.  


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Nonprofit Fighting Back Against Human Trafficking Opens New Office in The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  Freedom Youth Family Justice Center Inc., a nonprofit organization founded in 2019, which provides support to people, particularly youth, affected by human trafficking and domestic violence, recently opened a new office in The Bronx, located at 555 West 235th Street, in Riverdale.   The organization runs a number of programs, one of which is the Young Adult Discovery (YAD) program. This serves victims and survivors of human trafficking and prostitution aged 12-17, who are seeking a holistic approach to making positive changes in their lives by providing tools and support for those re-entering society.   Norwood News has reported


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Fordham University Appoints its First Lay Person President in 181 Years, Tania Tetlow

By SARAH HUFFMAN
Fordham University announced on Feb. 10, via a Zoom conference, that Tania Tetlow will become the 33rd president of the University. Tetlow will become both the first woman and the first lay-person to lead the university in its 181-year history, when she assumes the role in summer, ahead of the new academic year.   “I am thrilled beyond measure that the search committee, with all of its engagement from faculty and students, and the board itself has chosen me to do this,” Tetlow said. “I will give absolutely everything I have to doing it well,” she added.   Robert D.


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UPDATE Out & About: A True Bronx Tale Exhibition, Black History Month, Irish Dance Show at Lehman & More!

Editor’s Pick As reported, NYC Parks announced on Monday, Feb. 7, that is is proud to present the Poe Park Visitor Center’s virtual exhibition as part of the agency’s Black History Month celebration. The online show is in addition to “The NYC Parks Renaming Project: Celebrating Black Leaders,” at the Arsenal Gallery in Central Park, as well as other events and tours taking place this month. Both shows are free and will be available to view through February 28, 2022.   EVENTS The New York Botanical Garden’s Grow More Vegetables Certificate Series is an edible gardening course designed to equip


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Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on Subway Safety

By DAVID GREENE
This week, amid the mayor’s plan to remove people experiencing homelessness and who have mental health issues from the subway system, we asked readers if they felt safe riding the subway.   “I take the subway. Sometimes, I feel safe, depending on the time of day. I think they’re making efforts; I’ve been watching the news recently. I think they’ve made long-term efforts, but as of today, I think the police are relaxed when it comes to looking at potential perpetrators [of crime]. I think they can strengthen their efforts and can use more soft training skills in interacting with the


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Health Check: When Muscle Pain in Your Legs Could Mean a Heart Problem

By DR. JOSE M. WILEY
February is American Heart Month, when we raise awareness about heart disease and how to prevent it. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in adults living in New York City, and it is important to know if you are at risk for heart disease. New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene has tools and resources to help you identify and manage your risk for heart disease. You can access these resources and use their Heart Age Calculator tool by going to https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/heart-age-calculator.page.   One condition related to heart disease is peripheral artery disease (PAD).


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