Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on Reduced Speed Limit for E-bikes and E-Scooters of 15 mph

By DAVID GREENE

This week, we asked readers for their opinion on the new law that decreases the speed limit for e-bikes and e-scooters to 15 miles per hour, as announced by New York City Mayor Eric Adams Sept. 24, with an effective date of Oct. 24.

UPDATE City Council Votes “Yes” on Latest Kingsbridge Armory Redevelopment “The Kingsbridge Center”

By SÍLE MOLONEY

In the most hopeful sign yet for residents of Kingsbridge Heights, who have long awaited real momentum behind the redevelopment of the long-vacant, City-owned Kingsbridge Armory, the New York City Council voted “yes” on the latest redevelopment project, “The Kingsbridge Center (El Centro Kingsbridge),” on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The happy news follows dozens of envisioning meetings, surveys, outreach, workshops,, various hearings, set-backs, drama and more drama along the way.

AOC & Torres Spearhead Response to Amtrak on Third Delay to Metro-North Penn Access Project

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Following reports on Monday, Oct. 27, that the Penn Station Access Project will be delayed from its original target completion year of 2027 until 2030, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) have spearheaded a response, by way of a letter, from members of the New York and Connecticut Democratic congressional delegations to Amtrak President Roger Harris.

UPDATE Watch the “Corpse Flower” Bloom During 48-Hour Window in Person or via NYBG’s Livestream

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Just in time for Halloween, New York Botanical Garden (NYBG) officials said the infamous Amorphophallus titanum, commonly known as “the corpse flower,” is starting to bloom at the garden, unleashing what they say is its legendary stench and stunning beauty.

Gibson Issues Statement on Delay of Metro-North Penn Access Project

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson issued a statement on Tuesday, Oct. 28, further to the announcement on Monday, Oct. 27, of another delay to the Metro-North Penn Access Project [which reportedly stems from disputes with Amtrak and the federal government over funding].

UPDATE Amid Shutdown Bronx SNAP Recipients Fear Existing Credit May Disappear from SNAP Card Nov. 1

By DAVID GREENE

As the federal government shutdown approaches a one-month duration, tens of millions of people across the country are at risk of losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on Nov. 1. Some Bronx residents shared their fears about rumors circulating online that existing credit on their SNAP cards may also disappear on this date.

UPDATE United Clergy Coalition Endorses Andrew Cuomo for Mayor of New York City

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The United Clergy Coalition (UCC), described as a prominent alliance of faith leaders representing more than 150 congregations across New York City’s five boroughs, announced Friday, Oct. 24, its formal endorsement of Andrew M. Cuomo for mayor of New York City.

UPDATE Amid Federal Shutdown Hochul Announces $30M in Emergency Food Assistance Funds

By SÍLE MOLONEY

New York Gov. Hochul held a rally on Monday, Oct. 27, with New Yorkers impacted by what were described as Washington Republicans’ devastating cuts to health care, food assistance and other critical programs. State officials said with nearly three million New Yorkers at risk of losing the food assistance they usually receive through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) starting Nov. 1 due to the GOP’s federal government shutdown, the governor announced the same day that she is also fast-tracking $30 million in State funds to support over 16 million meals.

SEE IT Belmont: Students Bust Out Flash Mob to Highlight Afterschool Programs by Good Shepherd Services

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Over 100 elementary and middle school students participating in the afterschool program run by the nonprofit Good Shepherd Services’ brought joy and energy to Fordham Plaza, with a surprise flash mob dance on Thursday, Oct. 23.

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Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on Reduced Speed Limit for E-bikes and E-Scooters of 15 mph

UPDATE City Council Votes “Yes” on Latest Kingsbridge Armory Redevelopment “The Kingsbridge Center”

AOC & Torres Spearhead Response to Amtrak on Third Delay to Metro-North Penn Access Project

UPDATE Watch the “Corpse Flower” Bloom During 48-Hour Window in Person or via NYBG’s Livestream

Gibson Issues Statement on Delay of Metro-North Penn Access Project

UPDATE Amid Shutdown Bronx SNAP Recipients Fear Existing Credit May Disappear from SNAP Card Nov. 1

UPDATE United Clergy Coalition Endorses Andrew Cuomo for Mayor of New York City

SEE IT Belmont: Students Bust Out Flash Mob to Highlight Afterschool Programs by Good Shepherd Services