University Heights: Two E-Bike Riders Sought for Armed Robbery on Jerome Avenue

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help identifying the two people seen in the attached photos who they say are wanted in connection to a robbery that occurred in the University Heights section of The Bronx.

New York Philharmonic Orchestra Draws Music Lovers to The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The world renowned and highly esteemed New York Philharmonic Orchestra has been performing for hundreds of classical music lovers in Van Cortlandt Park for several years now, an annual event facilitated by the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance. This year’s concert held on June 5 was no exception.

Bedford Park: East 205th Street Residents Shaken after Afternoon Shooting

By RAISHA HERNANDEZ

There were no injuries reported but local residents were left shaken after shots were fired in broad daylight on what is a relatively quiet residential street in Bedford Pak, 11 days after Gun Violence Awareness Month wrapped up, and as the City continues to see a general decline in shootings.

Health Check: Don’t Get Ticked Off, Simple Steps to Protect Against Bugs

By RAISHA HERNANDEZ

With summer in full swing and as you spend more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine and nature, don’t forget to protect yourself, your family, and your pets from pesky bugs. In New York City, flies and mosquitoes can be a real pain and ticks can cause Lyme disease, an infectious disease that can cause a rash, fever, headache, body aches, and can have serious long-term health consequences.

UPDATE Second Annual Norwood Pride Festival Held

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES & SÍLE MOLONEY

After the success of the inaugural Norwood Pride Festival last year, Mosholu Preservation Corporation (MPC) and the Jerome Gun Hill Business Improvement District (BID) hosted the second edition of the festival on Sunday, June 15, held once again in the Williamsbridge Oval.

Kingsbridge: Two People Hospitalized after Late Night Shooting

By SÍLE MOLONEY

A 27-year-old man and a 40-year-old man have been hospitalized after a shooting in Kingsbridge, police said.

Rise Up NYC Free Summer Concert Series Returns with Luis Vargas & More at Orchard Beach Aug. 6

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Feel the rhythm of Latin tropical music from Luis Vargas, Jose Alberto, and more. New York City Mayor Eric Adams recently announced that the 5-borough, summer concert series Rise Up NYC, is returning. On Wednesday, Aug. 6, at Orchard Beach, a high-energy night of Latin Tropical music will be held that City officials say will have the whole city dancing.

Op-Ed: Honoring Kehilla: Jewish Celebration of Zohran Mamdani’s Primary Win

By JANET CLARKE

For me, Zohran Mamdani’s win on June 24 is great cause for celebration, celebration as a longtime resident of The Bronx who, on a daily basis, sees the devastation wrought by the corporate-first policies Mamdani seeks to overturn.

AOC, Neguse Introduce Law to Impose Lifetime Ban on Members of Congress from Lobbying

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Congressman Joe Neguse of Colorado (CO-02) introduced the “Close the Revolving Door Act of 2025,” legislation on Friday, July 11 that, if passed, would impose a lifetime ban on former members of congress from becoming lobbyists.