Seven Bronx Men Charged in Federal Court for Stolen Car Sale Racket involving Unsuspecting Buyers

By SÍLE MOLONEY

City, State, and federal law enforcement officials announced the unsealing on Friday, Nov. 14, of a complaint charging eight Bronx men in connection with running a years-long car theft operation primarily in The Bronx and Queens involving over 100 stolen cars, primarily Honda, Acura, and Jeep vehicles, estimated to be worth millions of dollars.

Fordham Manor: Neighbors React to Murder Charge in Fatal Stabbing of Woman on East Kingsbridge Road

By DAVID GREENE

Neighbors and locals have been sharing their reaction to the arrest and murder charges brought against a man following the fatal stabbing of a young woman outside a bar in Fordham Manor in October, as reported.

United Bodegas of America Endorse Mamdani For Mayor of New York City

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Democratic mayoral nominee, Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani (A.D. 36) was endorsed by the United Bodegas of America (UBA) during a press conference held in The Belmont section of The Bronx on Wednesday, Oct. 29.

Bedford Park: Dunkin’ Donuts Opens on Bedford Park Boulevard at Former Site of Maddens Pub

By DAVID GREENE

Music was heard once again at 27 East Bedford Park Boulevard in Bedford Park as the newest branch of the City’s Dunkin’ Donuts franchise opened to the beats of a live dee-jay, free food, and merchandise giveaways.

UPDATE City Council Votes “Yes” on Latest Kingsbridge Armory Redevelopment “The Kingsbridge Center”

By SÍLE MOLONEY

In the most hopeful sign yet for residents of Kingsbridge Heights, who have long awaited real momentum behind the redevelopment of the long-vacant, City-owned Kingsbridge Armory, the New York City Council voted “yes” on the latest redevelopment project, “The Kingsbridge Center (El Centro Kingsbridge),” on Wednesday, Oct. 29. The happy news follows dozens of envisioning meetings, surveys, outreach, workshops,, various hearings, set-backs, drama and more drama along the way.

AOC & Torres Spearhead Response to Amtrak on Third Delay to Metro-North Penn Access Project

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Following reports on Monday, Oct. 27, that the Penn Station Access Project will be delayed from its original target completion year of 2027 until 2030, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) have spearheaded a response, by way of a letter, from members of the New York and Connecticut Democratic congressional delegations to Amtrak President Roger Harris.

UPDATE Bronx Day in Albany Returns After Hiatus, Bringing Business, Culture, and Policy to New York’s Capital

By SÍLE MOLONEY

After a multi-year hiatus, Bronx Day in Albany is making its long-awaited return, Bronx Chamber of Commerce officials said. The Chamber, together with State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez (S.D. 34) said they were proud to announce that the event will be held on Tuesday, March 10, at the Albany Capital Center.

NWS: Severe Weather Expected Wednesday Oct. 29 Through Friday Oct. 31

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The National Weather Service has forecast that the New York City area may experience severe weather including heavy rain and wind gusts of up to 50 miles per hour, starting Wednesday, Oct. 29, and continuing through Friday, Oct. 31. Accordingly, NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) is reminding all builders, contractors, crane operators, and property owners to secure their construction sites, buildings, and equipment.

Gibson Issues Statement on Delay of Metro-North Penn Access Project

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson issued a statement on Tuesday, Oct. 28, further to the announcement on Monday, Oct. 27, of another delay to the Metro-North Penn Access Project [which reportedly stems from disputes with Amtrak and the federal government over funding].

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Seven Bronx Men Charged in Federal Court for Stolen Car Sale Racket involving Unsuspecting Buyers

Fordham Manor: Neighbors React to Murder Charge in Fatal Stabbing of Woman on East Kingsbridge Road

United Bodegas of America Endorse Mamdani For Mayor of New York City

Bedford Park: Dunkin’ Donuts Opens on Bedford Park Boulevard at Former Site of Maddens Pub

UPDATE City Council Votes “Yes” on Latest Kingsbridge Armory Redevelopment “The Kingsbridge Center”

AOC & Torres Spearhead Response to Amtrak on Third Delay to Metro-North Penn Access Project

UPDATE Bronx Day in Albany Returns After Hiatus, Bringing Business, Culture, and Policy to New York’s Capital

NWS: Severe Weather Expected Wednesday Oct. 29 Through Friday Oct. 31

Gibson Issues Statement on Delay of Metro-North Penn Access Project