In Stretch of Two Decades, BX Sports Builds Apparel Empire

By JEROME GUN HILL BID

The Cafaro Brothers—Alberto, Vincenzo and Angelo—is also the team behind BX Sports, a sneaker and lifestyle apparel retailer found across the Bronx, including the Jerome Gun Hill Business Improvement District. Since 1997 the trio has been hard at work building a sneaker and style empire across the Bronx. BX Sports is a “true family business” with the three brothers at the helm supported by their sister and mother. For Alberto, “family is what makes the engine run.” When Alberto’s brother Vincenzo first decided to open up a sneaker store he was just 22 years old. At the time, the brothers

By DAVID GREENE

Norwood residents suffered an unexpected shock when a popular Chase Bank branch quietly shut it’s doors on Oct. 22. The branch at 311 E. 204th St. would have celebrated it’s fourteenth year of business in the neighborhood next month. Many residents were furious that no notices were ever posted on the walls or windows of the bank. One longtime customer claimed they did tell customers that they were closing at the end of October. The Norwood News reported on the bank’s impending closure over the summer. Another customer recalled the “verbal warning,” recalling but admitted to never receiving a date. The

By DAVID CRUZ

Dear Fellow Readers, The year’s twenty-second edition of the Norwood News is out with plenty of community news stories to read and share. We have 28 pages packed full of news from this corner of the Bronx, so let’s start with page one! Our top story focuses on what’s happening at Bronx Community Charter School on Webster Avenue. There, students took on an ambitious project to understand the neighborhood of Norwood, the players and the issues. Read about one student, Blessing Owusu, who delved deeply into the controversial topic of gentrification. It’s a true story of the power of community

At Bronx Community Charter School, a Question: "What Does Norwood Mean to You?"

By DAVID CRUZ

In the space of six weeks, Amanda Vasquez, a seventh grader at Bronx Community Charter School (BCCS) learned that pigeons are vital to Norwood’s ecosystem, especially near Tracey Towers. Inban Devadoss and Grace Ildefonso, second grade students at BCCS, familiarized themselves with A&A Grocery at East 204th Street, learning that the 24-hour deli’s marquee dish is its bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich. Inban took what he learned a step further, proudly showing off replicas of the deli’s bacon, egg, and cheese meal and Goya cans on display using Model Magic Clay, visualizing his takeaways. For BCCS, the study served as

Health Check: Protect Yourself and Your Loved Ones During Flu Season

By CAROLINE HELLER

Influenza (Flu) season is upon us once again, which means it’s time to get your annual flu vaccine as soon as possible. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone ages six months and older (with rare exceptions) get a flu vaccine. It takes two weeks after the vaccination for antibodies to develop in the body and provide protection against flu making early fall the best time. Getting vaccinated later, however, can still be beneficial and vaccinations will continue to be offered throughout the flu season, even into January or later. Some people are undecided about getting

Neighborhood Notes: Free Immigration Service

Free Electronic Pickups Make an appointment to have your used electronic equipment picked up by the city Department of Sanitation (DSNY). TVs, monitors, computers, laptops, small servers, and mobile phones are among the items DSNY can accept. Pickups will be made by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, visit nyc.gov/electronics. For a full list of items accepted by DSNY, visit on.nyc.gov/HowToGetRidOf for disposal options. Free Dance Workshop The Ailey Arts in Education is hosting a series of free dance workshops at New Settlement Community Center, 1501 Jerome Ave. for caregivers and people diagnosed with dementia on Oct. 29 and Nov.

Latest Edition of the Norwood News is Out!

By DAVID CRUZ

Dear Fellow Readers, The year’s twenty-first edition of the Norwood News is out with plenty of community news stories to read and share. We have 24 pages packed full of news from this corner of the Bronx, so let’s start with page one! Our top story focuses on a fatal police-involved shooting, with a sergeant from the 52nd Precinct shooting a driver during a traffic stop that spiraled out of control. Now the family of the deceased driver, Allan Feliz, is suing. Read why the attorney for the family believes they have a case. Inside the cover you’ll read a

Union Representing NYCHA Workers Backs Torres' Congressional Campaign Run

By DAVID CRUZ

The largest labor union representing employees from the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) and City University of New York (CUNY) are ready to throw their support for Councilman Ritchie Torres in his run for the 15th Congressional District, adding to the number of labor unions already backing Torres. Teamsters Local 237 will announce its support Tuesday morning for Torres, one of the more highly visible candidates for the South Bronx race that began in March when current seat-holder, Jose Serrano, announced he won’t run for re-election. “Teamsters Local 237 supports Ritchie Torres in his congressional bid because we know from

Financial Focus: When Does Your Dollar Turn Into 80 Cents?

By ANTHONY RIVIECCIO, MBA PFA

Ever wonder if your money is ever getting ahead in life? That every time you spend a dollar, why does it feel that everything is so expensive? Or let me put it another way: why does it feel like your money is being devalued? That’s simple! The answer is, it is!. So what devalues money, especially from one state to another? Many things: city and state taxes, inflation, and/or business greed. The value of your money fluctuates from state to state, coast to coast. And we on the East Coast know what that means, right? Everything is too high? Or