NYPL Kicks Off Anti-Prom at Clason Point Library

By SÍLE MOLONEY

To close out Bronx Week 2025 with an evening of fun, the New York Public Library is hosting its annual Anti-Prom event on Friday, May 16, at Clason’s Point Library, 1215 Morrison Avenue.

Co-Directors of “Mean Girls” Launch Free 2-Week Acting Camp Open to High School Students

By SÍLE MOLONEY

This summer, Arturo Perez Jr. and Samantha Jayne, co-directors behind the “Mean Girls” movie, are launching “The Yes Bus Acting Camp” in New York City for the very first time. They said this free, two-week, acting camp is open to all high school students in New York and New Jersey with a special focus on uplifting young performers from immigrant and underserved communities.

Gary Axelbank is The “People’s Choice” for Bronx Week 2025

By ARIEL PACHECO & SÍLE MOLONEY

The Bronx Tourism Council, along with The Office of the Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, kicked off Bronx Week 2025 during an opening ceremony at the Bronx Museum of the Arts on May 6, with the announcement of this year’s Bronx “Walk of Fame” inductees. This year, the People’s Choice Award went to journalist, DJ, and longtime BronxNet TV host, Gary Axelbank.

Denzel Washington Speaks to Fordham University Students & Faculty About His Work on “Othello”

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Members of the Fordham University community, including current students, faculty, and President Tania Tetlow, had the opportunity to attend a special performance of Othello in early May, starring the university’s famous and “beloved” alumnus, Denzel Washington, FCLC ’77, in the title role, followed by an exclusive sit-down conversation with the two-time Oscar winner and other cast members.

Baby Miss New York Charms Mosholu Montefiore Community Center’s Older Adults

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Fulfilling part of her official duties, newly crowned Baby Miss New York 2024, 2-year-old Emilia Charlot, paid a visit to the attendees of a senior program run at Mosholu Montefiore Community Center (MMCC) in Norwood on Friday, April 25, delighting everyone with her presence.

Old Fordham Library Debate Heats Up

By ARIEL PACHECO

District 15 City Council Member Oswald Feliz (C.D. 15) hosted a town hall Wednesday, April 23, for residents to gather ideas and explore possibilities for the future use of the old Fordham Library building, located at 2556 Bainbridge Avenue in Fordham Manor.

BCC’s Media & Film Program Gets Star Treatment from City Leaders and Industry Giants

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Community College (BCC) is stepping into the spotlight with a bold new vision for its media and digital film production (MEDP) program, and it’s getting a standing ovation from New York City’s elected officials and entertainment industry leaders alike.

Op-Ed: Our Moral Moment

By SILVIA BLUMENFELD

These days, friends here in The Bronx, and all across the country, are telling me that they have stopped listening to the news. I can’t say the same, but in a way, I really do get the reason for that phenomenon.

NY Lottery: Top-Prize Winning TAKE-5 Ticket Sold in The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York Lottery announced Sunday, April 27, that there was one top-prize winning ticket sold for the April 26 TAKE 5 evening drawing. The ticket was sold at Shree Naanshardawa Convenience store, located at 113 Dreiser Loop in Co-Op City, The Bronx which sold a ticket worth $32,723.50.