Norwood News Scores Prizes at NYPA Awards

By NORWOOD NEWS

The Norwood News won three prizes at the annual New York Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest, including a first-place prize for Sports Feature to the paper’s editor-in-chief, David Cruz. He was recognized for his story on a peewee football team practicing without appropriate lights at Williamsbridge Oval Park. The story was published in November 2015. “[The story] tells the tale that so many programs have to deal with, just much better than most ever do,” wrote the judges. “Multiple sources, such as players and adults, made the story pop, as did wordsman-like descriptions of the action. Similar to a sports

By DAVID CRUZ Developers of the Kingsbridge National Ice Center (KNIC) have filed a lawsuit against the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), the city’s real estate arm that had given developers another month to demonstrate it had enough capital to proceed with the project at the city-owned property, the Norwood News has learned. The development could signal further delay, and perhaps endanger the project altogether. SEE THE SUIT: KNIC V. CITY OF NEW YORK In a 35-page summons and complaint filed in Bronx Supreme Court on April 12, the lawsuit alleges the city had breached a contract and

By DAVID CRUZ

Despite a gaggle of press following Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton all the way up to the Bronx, most of the borough’s local media were unaware of the stop and had missed it altogether. Video from CNN showed Mrs. Clinton making a stop in front of Yankee Stadium with Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. showing her around. Mrs. Clinton, who has largely been stationed in Brooklyn, took the number 4 subway train to 161st Street for her surprise visit. Secondhand information emailed to the Norwood News had Mrs. Clinton taking a jab at Republican presidential contender Ted Cruz, whose “New York values”

By David Cruz

Steven Bussell, the 52nd Precinct Community Council’s long-serving vice president, announced he’s no longer seeking election, opting instead for retirement. He’s also resigning from several other posts, including president of the West Bronx Housing. Bussell made the announcement at the latest 52nd Precinct Community Council meeting on March 24, inside the precinct stationhouse on Webster Avenue and East Mosholu Parkway North. The news came shortly after he reminded members of the upcoming elections for the Council’s four-member executive dais. Community councils serve as liaisons between NYPD precincts and community at large. The 52nd Precinct Community Council meets the fourth Thursday of each

By DAVID CRUZ & DANIELA BEASLEY

On the same day Republican presidential contender, U.S. Texas Senator Ted Cruz, made a gutsy appearance in the Castle Hill section of the Bronx for a meet and greet, lawmakers from all levels told reporters Democratic presidential hopeful, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, is the right choice. “I don’t have to tell you how she is the most qualified person, hands down, to deal with international issues and deal with our foreign policy,” said Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr., flanked by fellow Democrats. He labeled Clinton’s opponent, U.S. Senator for Vermont Bernie Sanders as inexperienced. “Bernie is not qualified,

Boys to Men; Monroe College Talks Path to Manhood

For four hours, some 400 teenage boys from the Bronx and beyond delved into the rites of becoming a man. They sat quietly at Monroe College’s Mintz Auditorium, magnetized by stories from men who’ve successfully surpassed that coming-of-age mark. SEE MORE PHOTOS: Monroe College Male Empowerment Event For Monroe College, which hosted its seventh annual male empowerment forum, the topic served as the spark to a way of life free of despair and emotional turmoil. It turned to success stories in the fields of business, criminal justice, and education to inspire that talk. “What it takes to be a man is to

By DANIELA BEASLEY

A major sewer system project is now under way in Kingsbridge Heights, which could snarl traffic and randomly cut water supply through the end of the year. The New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) is overseeing the project that will replace worn out mains, install catch basins and hydrants, and restore roadways. Water service disruptions are expected, though advance notice will be given. While advance notice will be provided for daily disruptions, it will not be given if emergency water shutoff is needed. Work has already begun on several square blocks in Kingsbridge Heights–West Kingsbridge Road between

By DAVID CRUZ

Against the backdrop of St. Mary’s Park in the country’s poorest congressional district, Democratic presidential contender Bernie Sanders kicked off his New York campaign tour in the Bronx before New York’s April primary, telling a roaring crowd, “we are going to invest in the South Bronx.” SEE PICTURES: Bernie in the Bronx It was one of a few times Sanders directly mentioned the Bronx, an area largely impoverished with severe health and income disparities. His opponent, former Secretary of State and U.S. Senator Hillary Clinton, made an appearance at the Apollo Theater in Harlem the day before. His appearance marked