Hundreds Attend Peace Rally in Devoe Park

By DAVID GREENE

Youngsters were treated to an end-of-summer party as Friends of Devoe Park (FoDP) hosted their first ‘Peace Rally and Back-to-School Giveaway,’ in Devoe Park on Saturday, Sept. 10. Held inside the park, located along University Avenue between Father Zeiser Place and West Fordham Road in Fordham Manor, the event opened with a unity and protection prayer by FoDP core group member, Myrna Calderon. FoDP were supported on the day by local elected officials and the NYPD who provided security for the event, which was organized by FoDP members, John Howard, Calderon, Rachel Miller- Bradshaw, Tobie Buford, Kenson Clarke, Erika

Editor’s Pick The Bronx celebrates The Boogie Down Fall Fest for Climate, Jobs & Justice at the River Park within the Bronx Park, accessible by the 2 and 5 trains and multiple buses, at 2123 Boston Rd, Bronx, NY 10460, on Oct. 30 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Join elected officials, environmental justice advocates, and community members as they celebrate the Climate, Jobs & Justice Campaign. This family-friendly, non-partisan Bronx Climate Justice Day of Action is intended to celebrate and strengthen community-centered, environmental justice and climate justice action. The Fest will include a mixture of different activities led by

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES

The Annual Bronx Native American Festival was held at Pelham Bay Park in the Northeast Bronx on Sunday, Sept. 25, and was hosted by Bobby Gonzales. It comprised music; colorful, costumed dancers; food and face-painting, and brought broad smiles to the faces of those in attendance. Gonzales said The Bronx is Native American country. “There will always be a celebration of native cultures of the Americas here, north, south, central and the Caribbean,” he said. The Thunderbird American Indian Dancers, Tchin, and Grupo Higuayagua (Taino) took part in “The Eagle Dance.” According to the dancers, this is a dance ritual practiced by some American

Editor’s Pick A Community & Connections Social will be held in the Williamsbridge Oval in Norwood on Saturday, Oct. 8, from noon to 4 p.m. with food, fun and friends. RSVP here. Friends of Parkland are hosting a Fall / Halloween event on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2022. See attached flier below for more details. The 21st Annual Fall Festival takes place on Oct. 22, 2022. See attached flier below for more information. Halloween Costume Bash A Halloween Costume Bash is being held on Mosholu Avenue in North Riverdale on Saturday, Oct. 29. See attached flier below for

By JOSÉ A. GIRALT

This following is an extended version of the story that appears in our latest print edition. Members of the Northwest Bronx Community & Clergy Coalition (NWBCCC) were back organizing, yet again, to ensure residents living in the shadow of the majestic Kingsbridge Armory have a say in how the iconic, city-owned structure will finally be used, following news that the latest proposal has reportedly been shelved. Community members came from all over The Bronx for a recent rally, though most were from the Armory’s surrounding area. As reported at length previously, developers behind the most recent proposal, the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Described as a true champion of Bronx arts, conductor and artistic director, Michael Spierman, returns with the opening performance of the 2022-23 season with the Bronx Symphony Orchestra on Sunday Oct. 23, at the orchestra’s home base of Lehman College. Kicking off at 3 p.m. with a program by Haydn, Mendelssohn and Rossini, the orchestra, founded over 50 years ago, will give a number of performances in The Bronx, which will be free to the public. This is due to the company’s mission to make classical music concerts, performed by first-rate musicians, available to people of all economic levels, allowing them experience the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) has announced a revival of its art program, “Trucks of Art,” which offers New York artists the opportunity to creatively paint a garbage collection truck. “Trucks of Art” is open to all artists – professional, amateur and aspiring. Priority will be given to proposals that encourage New Yorkers to use litter baskets and recycling, or those that honor DSNY’s essential workers. To promote sustainability, artists are challenged with using paints that would otherwise be discarded or recycled. Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch said DSNY’s fleet is part of the cityscape. “We’re

By JOSÉ A. GIRALT

The Bronx has no shortage of musical performers looking for opportunities to showcase their talents on stage. On Saturday, Aug. 27, the inaugural “Da’ Block Music & Art Festival” will take place at The Bronx Brewery, located at 856 East 136th Street in the Port Morris section of the borough. Described in a press release as “the first major music festival in The Bronx,” organizers hope it will “empower local music in the borough, create a safe space for culture, and provide a platform for the local community to build a lasting creative legacy.” The festival is

By SÍLE MOLONEY, JOSÉ A. GIRALT, EMILY SAWAKED, DAVID GREENE & MIRIAM QUIÑONES

After the polls closed on Tuesday, Aug. 23, on the second of two separate Primary Election Days held in 2022, due to redistricting, New York City Board of Elections released the initial, unofficial results in the congressional and State senate races, based on the majority of returned poll site scanners, which cover both early votes and election day votes. Below are some of the results of the various Bronx races, following a voter turnout described by one Norwood News reporter as “anemic.” Indeed, the situation raises questions not only about voter fatigue, but also about the overall cost to

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Hundreds Attend Peace Rally in Devoe Park

UPDATE Out & About: Halloween, Climate Fall Fest, Free Orchestral Concert & More!

Bronx Native American Festival Delights Attendees

UPDATE Out & About: A Hispanic Culture Celebration, Fun Fair/Flea Market & More!

NWBCCC Pushes for Local Input on Kingsbridge Armory’s Next Phase

Bronx Symphony Orchestra’s 2022-23 Season Opens Oct. 23 with Free Concerts at Lehman College

DSNY’s “Trucks of Art” Program Highlights Sustainability and Honors New York’s Essential Workers

Da’ Block Music & Arts Festival Showcases The Multiple Talents of the Bronx

UPDATE Elections 2022: Aug. 23 Primary Election Night Unofficial Results