Armory to Become ‘Global’ Ice Sports Destination

After nearly two decades of failed efforts to re-energize the massive Kingsbridge Armory and dire warnings that it may never happen, Mayor Michael Bloomberg announced last week that the iconic, 575,000-square-foot brick castle in the west Bronx would be turned into the world’s largest ice sports complex.

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‘Band of Brothers’ and Activists Protest Bronx Cemetery

At least 50 activists rallied outside of the gates of Woodlawn Cemetery last Saturday to protest against what they called a racist, discriminatory and retaliatory work environment inside the historic landmark.

Fordham Plaza Movie Nights Part of Expansion Plan

The Fordham Road Business Improvement District recently announced plans to host a series of outdoor movie nights at Fordham Plaza starting on April 26 with the “Amazing Spider-Man” at 8 p.m.

Biz Beat: Center Opens Up to Community With Easter Egg Hunt

Tender Tots Child Care Center at 3322 Decatur Ave. in Norwood for an Easter egg hunt. The afternoon’s activities were focused on the children. However, the underlying purpose of the event was connecting with community.

Biz Beat: Kosher Deli Comes to Norwood

Michael Kravitz, who you will find behind the new deli counter at MD Café on Jerome Avenue, says he will stack his Kosher-style roast beef and pastrami up against anyone, including a certain famous spot on the Lower East Side.

Kingsbridge Armory to Become World’s Largest Ice Sports Center

Inside an appropriately frigid Kingsbridge Armory this morning, the city announced that the long-vacant, castle-like structure would be turned into the world’s largest ice sports complex, known as the Kingsbridge National Ice Center.

Coalition Announces ‘Historic’ Community Benefits Agreement at Kingsbridge Armory

In a press release sent out this morning, the Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition announced what it called a ‘historic’ community benefits agreement with the partners with the Kingsbridge National Ice Center, one of two developers vying to take over the long-vacant Kingsbridge Armory.

Bronx Notes: Free Tax Help

Just a couple of weeks left to file your taxes. If you qualify, there are several options for getting free filing help in the Bronx, including the following: