Elections

UPDATE Northwest Bronx Indivisible Launches Food Drive as Resumption Date of SNAP Benefits by Feds Unclear

By SÍLE MOLONEY
As it remains unclear if SNAP benefits will resume Sunday, Nov. 9, following various court rulings, Northwest Bronx Indivisible has launched a food appeal for food donations to counter the effect of recent SNAP [Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program] cuts.  Northwest Bronx Indivisible is a nonprofit organization that advocates and organizes for progressive causes and to advance social change.

Bedford Park: Cuomo Fearmongers with Talk of “Cuba” & “Venezuela” during Bronx Campaign Stop

By SÍLE MOLONEY
On the last day of early voting, Sunday, Nov. 2, before Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 4, former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, independent mayoral candidate in the general election, paid a visit to the Norwood section of The Bronx to deliver remarks to congregants of Heavenly Vision Church, located on the campus of DeWitt Clinton High School. Though he denied stoking fear among voters with talk of communism, he referenced two communist countries Cuba & Venezuela during his remarks.

University Heights: Sepúlveda Presents $50,000 Check to NMIC Nonprofit to Support Bronx Families

By SÍLE MOLONEY
In the face of imminent federal cuts, as reported, State Sen. Luis R. Sepúlveda (S.D. 32) presented a check for $50,000 in funding to the Northern Manhattan Improvement Corporation (NMIC), during a formal ceremony on Wednesday, Oct. 29, at NMIC’s University Heights-based Bronx office, in what the senator’s team said was a recognition of NMIC’s “invaluable community work and dedication to the progress and well-being of families in Upper Manhattan and The Bronx.”

An Overview of Puerto Rico’s Political Status and Future

By GENE ROMAN
Puerto Rico’s political future is never far from the minds of its citizens and in recent months, its political status has, once again, been the subject of debate. Puerto Rico (the “Island”) is a territory of the United States. The U.S. acquired the Island from Spain in 1898, and it has belonged to the United States ever since. In 1917, Puerto Ricans became U.S. citizens. Everyone born in Puerto Rico is a citizen of the United States, but Puerto Rico is not a state; it continues to be a territory.

Álvarez Announces $3M Capital Funding for Keith Plaza & $50K for Kelly Tower’s Senior Center

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Assembly Member George Álvarez (A.D. 78) announced a $3 million capital funding award for Keith Plaza in Belmont on Oct. 22, and $50,000 for adjacent Kelly Towers for their senior center, marking what was described as a major investment to improve housing infrastructure and strengthen community resources for local residents. The announcement was made during a press conference and check presentation at Keith Plaza Deck, located at 2475 Southern Boulevard.