DSNY Issues Snow Alert for Monday, January 15, 2024 from 6 p.m.

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has issued a “snow alert” for Monday, Jan. 15, beginning at 6 p.m. and remains in effect through 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 16.

NY Lottery: Winning Ticket Sold in Jerome Park

By SÍLE MOLONEY

It was a lucky weekend for one Jerome Park resident. The New York Lottery announced that one top-prize winning ticket was sold in the neighborhood for the Jan. 13 midday drawing. Lottery officials said the ticket was sold at JB Gas & Food, located at 2947 Jerome Avenue, and was worth $19,795.50.

School Children Plant 400 Donated Daffodil Bulbs Honoring 9/11 & COVID-19 Victims

By DAVID GREENE

In partnership with the nonprofit New Yorkers 4 Parks (NY4P) which each year organizes the cityside “Daffodil Project,” in honor of various New Yorkers who have died, students of two local public schools based in Norwood came together on Nov. 9 to plant 400 donated daffodil bulbs.

Health Check: Setting Goals for 2024 is as Easy as ABC

By CLAIRE GARON

Happy New Year and best wishes for a healthy, hopeful winter! In my job as a senior health educator at Montefiore outpatient clinics, I help patients make health goals. The new year is a perfect time to try new habits and behaviors. Today, we are going to use a method I call “Goal ABCs” to make a small goal with a big impact. Please grab a paper, or an electronic device, to take notes.

Funeral Arrangements Announced for Norwood Community Leader Joseph McCarthy

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Former Norwood teacher and Perry Avenue resident, Joseph McCarthy, died on Sunday, Jan. 7, aged 79. The news was confirmed by his brother, John, who described Joe as a local influential figure and community leader in the ‘60s ’70s and ’80s, who was heavily involved with the local school board.

Cardinal Hayes Football Day Declared after School’s Victory

By ARIEL PACHECO

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson hosted a celebration for the Cardinal Hayes High School football team on Dec. 21 at Bronx Borough Hall, after the South Bronx school won its first state championship against St. Francis High School 40-22.

Allerton: One Hundred Special Ed. Students Host Holiday Concert at NYISE

By DAVID GREENE

More than 100 students from the New York Institute for Special Education (NYISE) participated in a holiday concert for a near-capacity crowd filled with staff and family members on Thursday, Dec. 14, 2023.

Antiwar Protesters Hold 2nd Rally Outside Torres’ Office

By DAVID GREENE

For the second time in less than two months, members of the Bronx Anti-War Coalition held a “Speak Out” rally outside the Bronx office of Congressman Richie Torres (NY-15) in Belmont on Friday, Dec. 15. The group called for a ceasefire to the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas and demanded an end to financial support of Israel’s war efforts by the United States.

Youth Cite Benefits of Restorative Justice Program

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (A.D. 81) presented a check for $250,000 to Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC) on Monday, Nov. 6, to support its restorative justice program at the Norwood-based center (MMCC), in the presence of some of the young course participants and course facilitators. Dinowitz said the funding will help support “anti-gun, anti-drug, anti-violence, and anti-gang programs for teens.”