Inquiring Photographer – Heat & Hot Water Issues

By DAVID GREENE This week we asked readers if they have heat and hot water problems as temperatures drop and how fast their landlords make needed repairs.

Beloved Norwood Pastor Dies at 83

by David Greene Cardinal Timothy Dolan is expected to lead a funeral service this weekend for a revered Norwood pastor who passed away this week.

Digital Edition of the Norwood News Is Out!

by David Cruz Thursday ushers in the latest edition of the Norwood News, available at nearly 300 locations throughout the northwest Bronx. This week we delve into a five-year cluster site in Norwood that’s apparently worn out its welcome, according to rent paying tenants. The Norwood News spoke to both sides, who largely feel misunderstood. We also look at the Stagg Group as it edges closer to opening its three-building complex along Webster Avenue. By and large the buildings are deemed the linchpin to the building boom happening along the northwest Bronx corridor. Hear what residents have to say about the market rate

By CATHARINA THUEMLING and DAVID CRUZ Former Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion has gone into the private sector, accepting a job as vice president of a construction developer after months serving as its lobbyist. Carrion, who moved on to briefly become Director of Housing and Urban Development for the White House, will work for Stagg Group as Strategic Advisor and Executive Vice President. The Stagg Group has been developing a trio of apartment buildings on Webster Avenue, kicking off a series of development projects along the corridor. “We are excited to have Adolfo on our team and recognize the value of

By Janaki Chadha Community Board 7’s adding some spark to the holidays with its annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony.

Despite Assurances, Norwood Cluster Site Remains

By David Cruz Amid a streak of violence at a controversial cluster site shelter in Norwood, the New York City Department of Homeless Services intends to replace the building’s shelter provider for a new one, according to officials. This comes despite assurances the cluster site shut done.

Bronx News Roundup: Remembering Herman Badillo, Bronx Pols Talk Eric Garner Decision

by David Cruz The Bronx News Roundup is back, featuring news from in and around the Bronx.

Kingsbridge Native Brings a Touch of the Bronx to El Salvador

By Janaki Chadha Kingsbridge native Jade Vasquez has wanted to join the Peace Corps since she was a high school student. Now, she is part of the organization as a Youth Development Volunteer in rural El Salvador, working with at-risk youth in a community where higher education is scarce and gang violence and poverty are rampant.

Public & Community Meetings

The Bedford Mosholu Community Association meets Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 8 p.m. at 400 E. Mosholu Pkwy. So., apt. B1 (lobby floor). COMMUNITY BOARD 7 will hold its general board meeting on Monday, Dec. 15 at the Mosholu Montefiore Community Center, 3450 DeKalb Ave., at 6:30 p.m. CB7 committees are held on the following dates at the board office, 229A E. 204th St., at 6:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted: the Executive Committee meets Dec. 2; Public Safety & Quality of Life Committee meets Dec. 4; Economic Development Committee meets Dec. 10 and Community Relations/LTP Committee meets Dec. 10 at 7:30