Out & About: Sweethearts, Tunes and Orchard Beach

Editor’s Pick Attention: Golden Anniversary Celebrants Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. and Healthfirst present their 7th Annual Sweetheart Luncheon on Feb. 13 for Bronx couples who have been married for 50+ years. For more information, eligible couples may call (718) 590-6248.

Hot off the Press: Fresh Edition of the Norwood News Out

Here now for your reading enjoyment is the latest copy of the Norwood News, with several well-written pieces that delve into what’s happening in our neck of the woods. First up, David Cruz explores Mayor Bill deBlasio’s decision to settle two hallmark stop-and-frisk cases that called attention to whether the NYPD practice is constitutional. Cruz spoke with one expert who predicts crime could likely spike. Next, reporter Shayla Love looks into a new addition at Tracey Towers–mailboxes that now stand erect at the lobby instead of being affixed to the walls as it’s been for years. It’s part of RY Management’s

by Paolo Mossetti The Mosholu Montefiore Community Center is on a roll! The Norwood-based multi-service group announced its financial footing is in shipshape thanks to a major increase in city, state, federal and foundation grants. Laurie Meltzer Bandremer, the center’s Director of Development, said the accomplishment has been “very gratifying.” She pegs much of the hard work to the board, administration and program staff that have “worked together this past year to cut unnecessary costs while continuing to serve the Bronx…”

Mixed Reactions to New Tracey Towers Mailboxes

By SHAYLA LOVE Amid ongoing renovations at Tracey Towers, a series of new mailbox banks can now be found in the building lobbies, and it’s causing plenty of stir and controversy for tenants. That’s because the mailboxes are blocking the view of the lobbies, infringing on what used to be empty space, according to Jean Hill, president of the Tenants Association.

Bronx Pummeled AGAIN by Snow

By Justin McCallum The blizzard, originally forecast to hit the tristate area yesterday, has bared down on the Bronx, where there is a winter storm watch in effect until 7:00PM. Although public schools opened this morning, after school programming, field trips and PSAL games have been canceled “due to inclement weather conditions,” the Department of Education Chancellor Fariña announced in a press release.

Bronx News Roundup: January 26-31

The Bronx newspapers are hard at work delivering some local stories for neighbors in the Boogie Down. We highlight some in this latest edition of Bronx News Roundup! First up, former Mayor David Dinkins still not getting love from the city after a move to rename the Willis Avenue Bridge is once again shelved. The New York Daily News reports that “David Dinkins’-Willis Avenue Bridge” name was featured on the Dept. of Transportation website, but was later removed. Just in time for Superbowl Sunday, The New York Post has a timely story on an $8 million drug bust in Pelham

by David Cruz Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. pegged himself as a job creator and economic development booster in his first gathering with his new fellow heads of borough at a forum sponsored by Crain’s New York Business. Diaz Jr. arrived as the more experienced borough president in the city these days, as his fellow BP’s have just begun their tenure as their respective borough’s chief executive.

2nd Annual Klezfest at Sholem Aleichem Cultural Center

Plenty of songs and dance at the 2nd annual Sholem Aleichem Yiddish Klezfest celebration happening at 3301 Bainbridge Ave. at 208th Street, on Dec. 29. The Yiddish-spoken event showcased Yiddish culture through music, songs and dance. The event also celebrated the life of famed Yiddish poet Beyle Schaechter-Gottesman, who lived on Bainbridge Avenue. A second tribute is set for Jan. 12th. Photos by Adi Talwar