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University Heights / Morris Heights: Man Slashed & Stabbed in Both Legs

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating the 38-year-old man seen in the attached photo who is sought in connection with an assault that occurred in University Heights/Morris Heights.   It was reported to police that on Monday, April 4, at 8.12 a.m., the victim, a 39-year-old man, was walking in the vicinity of West Burnside Avenue and Davidson Avenue on the border of University Heights and Morris Heights, when he was approached by Jean-Carlos Abreu, aka Luis, a 38-year-old man. Abreu allegedly produced a knife and slashed and stabbed the victim in both legs before fleeing on


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Fordham Heights: Search for 68-Year-old Missing Man

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating a 68-year-old man reported missing on Sunday, May 1, from the Fordham Heights section of The Bronx. Mingnolio Tejada, 68, of 253 East Kingsbridge Road, Apartment 4A, from the Fordham Manor section of The Bronx was last seen inside 2315 Walton Avenue in Fordham Heights at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 30. He is described as male, is 5 feet, 5 inches tall, weighs 140 pounds and is White Hispanic. He was last seen wearing a red jacket, checkered pants, a blue shirt and black sneakers.   Anyone with information regarding


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Bedford Park: Search for 71-Year-old Missing Woman

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is seeking the public’s help locating a 71-year-old woman reported missing in Bedford Park.   It was reported to police that Hyse Berdynaj, 71, of 2910 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY was last seen on Saturday, April 30, at approximately 7 p.m, leaving her home. Berdynai is described as female, is around 5 feet, 6 inches tall, weighs approximately 150 pounds, and has black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a black coat, a black dress, and black boots.   Anyone with information regarding this missing person is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline


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New York City District Council of Carpenters Announces 25 Carpenter Apprenticeships

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York State Department of Labor announced on Friday, April 29, that the joint apprenticeship and training committee for New York City District Council of Carpenters will conduct a recruitment campaign from June 1, 2022 through May 3, 2023 for 25 carpenter apprentices.   Applicants must obtain a lottery card, in person, at the New York City District Council of Carpenters Training Center (NYCDCC Training Center), 395 Hudson Street (Clarkson Street entrance) New York, NY 10014, on the first Wednesday of each month, excluding Dec. 7, 2022 and January 4, 2023, during the recruitment period.   Lottery cards will


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UPDATE Morris Heights: 15-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing Has Been Found

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  The NYPD said on Monday, May 30, that a 15-year-old girl previously reported missing from Morris Heights has been located.   Prior to being found, it was reported to police that Koshianna Chavis, 15, of 40 Richman Plaza, 22E, Bronx, NY had last been seen on Monday, April 25, at approximately 5 p.m., leaving her home. Koshianna was described as female, approximately 5 feet, 4 inches tall, Black, weighing around 120 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes. Prior to being located, she had last been seen wearing a purple, hooded sweatshirt, dark blue jeans, and dark blue crocs.


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Out & About: 5-Boro Bike Tour, Bronx Week, Bronx Fashion Week, Small Business Week & More!

Editor’s Pick The Annual Bronx Week festival takes place from May 5 to May 15, this year. As usual, there will be a series of events from every sector of the community including senior activities, small business networking, family, health, finance, and more. Bronx Week will culminate with a Black-tie gala honoring this year’s Bronx Walk of Fame inductees on Saturday, May 14. To purchase tickets and/or journal advertising online click here. To complete a form and mail a check, click here.   EVENTS To celebrate the 125th anniversary of DeWitt Clinton High School, two events will be held, and


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Concourse: Affordable Housing Lottery Launches for 225 Units at 1164 River Avenue

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York City Department of Housing, Preservation & Development (HPD) has launched an affordable housing lottery for 225 units at River Crest Apartments, located at 1164 River Avenue in the Concourse section of The Bronx.   Available on NYC Housing Connect, HPD’s online portal, are 225 newly constructed units located within the boundary of Bronx Community Board 4, which covers the neighborhoods of Mt. Eden, Highbridge, West Concourse, East Concourse and Concourse Village.     Individuals or households who meet the income and household size requirements listed in the below tables are eligible to apply. The eligible income range


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Bridge and Street Closures in The Bronx from April 29 to June 29, Five-Boro Bike Tour

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) has advised of the following street and bridge closures in the Bronx from April 29 to June 29. Bruckner Boulevard between 3 Avenue and Lincoln Avenue: This street will be closed Fridays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. through June 29 to facilitate crane operation. Shakespeare Avenue between Featherbed Lane and Cross Bronx Expressway Service Road: This street will be closed Fridays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. through May 17 to facilitate crane operation. Bullard Avenue


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East Bronx: Search for Missing 65-Year-Old Woman

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating a 65-year-woman who was reported missing in The Valley section of the East Bronx.   It was reported to police that Deborah Carson, 65, of 3155 Grace Avenue Bronx, NY, was last seen on Thursday April 28, at her home in the East Bronx, at approximately 8.23 p.m. She is described as female, is 5 feet, 6 inches tall, Black, weighs 140 pounds, and has brown eyes and black hair. She was last seen wearing a gray sweater, a black skirt and gray socks.   Anyone with information regarding this incident


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