Changes, Unexpected and Impending, Seen at Norwood’s Churches

By DAVID CRUZ Norwood’s catholic churches are undergoing a dual shift in its religious staffing, as one church is expected to close while another has seen the reassignment of its pastor. For the last few months, the community has been bracing for the closure the Shrine Church of St. Ann’s on Bainbridge Avenue, a historic parish that includes a catholic school. But lack of finances had put the church on a closure list by the Archdiocese of New York. It’s last day will be July 31 when parishioners are expected to take part in the church’s last Feast of St.

By DAVID CRUZ On a recent Monday night, stereo sound clamored at an apartment unit at 15-19 W. Mosholu Pkwy. N., which until recently housed a cluster site homeless shelter. It was 11:30 at night, and the sound roared into the apartment unit of Sandra Tovar, one of several rent-paying tenants burdened by rowdy neighbors.

52nd Precinct Celebrates One Member’s Centennial Celebration

By IMANI HALL At the 52nd Precinct’s Community Council meeting June 25, members of the Council paused to recognize long-time member Mary Vallati, who will turn 100 this month. As part of the celebration, Vallati was presented with a proclamation from Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. with her family by her side.

New Trees on Mosholu Parkway Have Residents Divided

By KIMBERLY JACOBS Norwood residents may or may not have noticed the new dogwood trees planted throughout the lawns on Mosholu Parkway. But for those who have, there have been some cheers and jeers.

Latest Digital Edition of the Norwood News Is Out!

By DAVID CRUZ The award-winning Norwood News is proud to present its latest edition of its bi-weekly newspaper that’s available in 300 locations throughout the northwest Bronx. Or you can read up on community news you can use from your mobile device and soak in plenty of eye-catching news. Before we delve into the top story, we want to divert your attention to page six in the newspaper: an award for Best Small Circulation Publication by the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism’s annual Ippies awards. Find out what the judges have to say about this newspaper filled with original reporting.

Expect graduating fifth graders from Bronx Community Charter drum their hearts out at Williamsbridge Oval Park this weekend as part of a major, coordinated effort to bring musical arts to the forefront. It’s all part of Make Music New York will take place on Sunday, June 21, the start of a long, and fun summer. The musical festival is part of a large scale performance happening across city, with organizers promoting more than 1000 free concerts that day. Similar events will happen at 700 cities worldwide.

CB7 Highlights Year of Activities With Newsletter

By NORWOOD NEWS Normally this format is reserved for when the latest edition of the Norwood News publishes its latest edition, but we veered from the script just a bit to present the latest newsletter by Community Board 7. The Board, under the chairmanship of newly re-elected chair Adaline Walker-Santiago, released an eight-page publication of its own showcasing the work it’s taken on since last September. The Board, covering Norwood, Bedford Park, Kingsbridge, Fordham and University Heights, has now entered a summer hiatus to catch its breath, but not before releasing its newsletter. In it, you’ll find quick blurbs of the

By DAVID CRUZ Executive leadership virtually stood the same at Community Board 7, with one of the more contentious and heavily watched election races this year going to the incumbent.

St. Patrick’s Nursing Home Honors Its Centenarians

By IMANI HALL Community and family members at St. Patrick’s Home Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center recognized ten senior citizens who reached the age of 100 or more, a milestone also honored by President Barack Obama.