MTA Weekend Service Updates for Feb. 16 to Feb. 20 During Presidents’ Day Weekend

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The MTA announced the following subway service changes in The Bronx for the holiday weekend to take account of Presidents’ Day on Monday, Feb.19.

UnitedHealthcare and Montefiore Health System Reach Agreement on Healthcare Plan

By SÍLE MOLONEY

UnitedHealthcare and Montefiore Health System (Montefiore) have reached an agreement which UnitedHealthcare says ensures its members who are enrolled in New York UnitedHealthcare Community Plan (Medicaid), Medicare Advantage, and Group Retiree plans have access to Montefiore’s providers and hospitals in New York, effective Feb. 1, 2024.

Bedford Park: Building Applications Filed with DOB for 5-Story Residential Building at 2710 Decatur Ave

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Building applications have been filed with New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) for a new, 5-story, residential building at 2710 Decatur Avenue in the Bedford Park section of The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY.

Neighborhood Notes: Poe Park Playground Renovation, Open Street Applications & More!

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Neighborhood Notes: Poe Park Playground Renovation, Open Street Applications & More!

Adams Touts Funding for Housing, Women in the Workforce, Lowering Medical Debt in State of the City Address

By SÍLE MOLONEY

New York City Mayor Eric Adams delivered his third annual State of the City address on Wednesday, Jan. 24, at Hostos Community College in the South Bronx. During his address, the mayor shared what he said was the progress made over the past two years, and laid out plans for what he called a “future-focused vision for working-class New Yorkers” during his address.

Man Sought in Robbery Pattern Identified across The Bronx

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The NYPD is asking for the public’s assistance identifying the person seen in this photo who they say is wanted in connection with a robbery pattern identified across The Bronx in recent months.

UPDATE Eight Bronx Building Owners Fined for Non-Compliance with Lead Paint Regulations

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Eight Bronx building owners, including two in Norwood, one in Bedford Park, one in Kingsbridge, and one in Fordham Manor, are among ten owners who were collectively fined over $150,000 by NYC Department of Housing, Preservation & Development (HPD) for failing to comply with lead-based paint regulations, HPD officials said on Jan. 16.

UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

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Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

UPDATE Primaries 2024: Unity Democratic Club Announces Endorsements & Votes on Healthcare Resolution

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The Unity Democratic Club, which serves members of the Democratic Party throughout the northwest Bronx, announced on Friday, Jan. 26, its official endorsements for the upcoming 2024 elections. It also voted on a specific healthcare related resolution in support of the NYC Organization of Public Service Retirees.

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MTA Weekend Service Updates for Feb. 16 to Feb. 20 During Presidents’ Day Weekend

Bedford Park: Building Applications Filed with DOB for 5-Story Residential Building at 2710 Decatur Ave

Neighborhood Notes: Poe Park Playground Renovation, Open Street Applications & More!

Adams Touts Funding for Housing, Women in the Workforce, Lowering Medical Debt in State of the City Address

Man Sought in Robbery Pattern Identified across The Bronx

UPDATE Eight Bronx Building Owners Fined for Non-Compliance with Lead Paint Regulations

UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: Bronx Parks Speak Up, Free Tax Prep, Job Fairs, Summer Internships & More!

UPDATE Primaries 2024: Unity Democratic Club Announces Endorsements & Votes on Healthcare Resolution