UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: “Test & Treat” Mobile Clinics, City Redistricting Hearings, August Primaries & More!

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Norwood News Hiatus Norwood News is usually on hiatus for a few weeks in August. However, due to the primaries being split over two dates this year, we will likely go on hiatus some time after the August 23 primary Election Day. The exact dates are still to be confirmed and will be shared with readers, once available. Beat the Heat For tips on how to beat the heat, click here. For more information on public pools, click here. Legionnaires’ Disease Cluster in The Bronx The City’s health department announced on June 17 that the investigation into the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is seeking the public’s help locating a 74-year-old man reported missing in Fordham Heights, located in the 46th precinct. Samuel Howson of 2163 Morris Avenue, Apt#2A in Fordham Heights was last seen Thursday, June 30, at around noon, in front of the Pioneer Supermarket, located at 2262 Jerome Avenue in Fordham Heights. He is described as male, is 5 feet, 10 inches tall, weighs 174 pounds, has a medium build, is Black, has brown eyes, black hair and a grey beard. He was last seen wearing blue jeans, a red and blue plaid shirt, black sneakers, and

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The City’s health department announced on June 17 that the investigation into the Highbridge community cluster of Legionnaires’ disease has been closed. “No new cases of Legionnaires’ disease have been identified in residents of the area with symptom onset in the last four weeks,” health officials said. There were 30 cases of Legionnaires’ disease associated with the cluster. Twenty-eight people were hospitalized, 24 have been discharged, and two New Yorkers died, as reported. Remediation was ordered in early May by the department after four cooling towers in the Highbridge and Melrose sections of the borough tested positive for the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The NYPD is asking for the public’s help locating a 78-year-old man, reported missing from Parkchester, located in the 43rd precinct. Melville Lawson, 78, of 2100 East Tremont Avenue was last seen on Thursday, June 30, at around 11.35 a.m. in front of 2265 East Tremont Avenue. He is described as 6 feet, 2 inches tall, weighs 180 pounds, has gray hair and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing black pants, a black T-shirt and black sneakers. Anyone with information regarding this missing person is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish,

By DAVID GREENE

Following the latest Supreme Court decision to strike down Roe vs. Wade, we asked readers their thoughts on the issue, and what it means for the country, moving forward. “I believe it’s unjust. I kind of see it’s been a long time coming, especially with the nomination of [former President Donald] Trump, and how he appointed three Supreme Court justices who are conservative, so I think America is regressing, honestly. I feel we have a lot of work to do and it’s time we start listening to the people, start listening to women, and start prioritizing woman and

By DR. MIGUELINA GERMAN

In 2016, Montefiore Medical Group primary care offices began to screen children for the ten types of trauma that can impact their long-term health. Some examples include physical, sexual and/or emotional abuse, neglect, and witnessing violence. Today, we’ve screened more than 12,000 children and have found that 30 percent experienced an adverse event or trauma that could impact their future mental health. The last two years have been stressful for families as kids studied at home, socialized less, and mourned the loss of loved ones. These challenges have only added on to ongoing concerns over finances, housing, and

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Beginning July 5, alternate side parking (ASP) regulations for street cleaning will be restored to pre-pandemic frequency as posted on the signage throughout the City. New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) officials said they are excited to be getting more of the tools they need to carry out their job of keeping the city healthy, safe, and clean. When ASP is in effect, residents can’t park on the side of the street that is being cleaned, and are required to move their vehicles during the posted street cleaning regulations. The rules apply for the duration of the

By SÍLE MOLONEY

After polls closed on Election Night, Tuesday, June 28, on the first of two separate Primary Election Days being held in 2022 due to redistricting, New York City Board of Elections released the initial, unofficial results in the races for governor, lieutenant governor and State Assembly, as well as in the following Bronx races: Delegate to Judicial Convention Alternate Delegate to Judicial Convention Female State Committee Male State Committee Female District Leader Male District Leader County Committee Absentee and overseas ballots still have to be counted. The biggest surprise of the night was that in the Democratic primary

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (A.D. 81) and challenger and mutual aid organizer, Jessica Altagracia Woolford, who was recovering from a recent bout of COVID-19, discussed their positions on the priorities for voters in Assembly District 81 on Tuesday, June 21, during a debate aired on BronxNet, hosted by Gary Axelbank, and co-sponsored by Norwood News, the League of Women Voters, City Limits and The Bronx Times. Both candidates will be on the ballot in the upcoming Democratic Primary on Tuesday, June 28. On the question of candidate experience, Dinowitz, who has represented the district since 1994, spoke to the fact that

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UPDATE Neighborhood Notes: “Test & Treat” Mobile Clinics, City Redistricting Hearings, August Primaries & More!

Fordham Heights: Search for 74-Year-Old Man Reported Missing

NYC DOH Closes Case on Latest Legionnaires’ Disease Cluster in The Bronx

Parkchester: Search for missing 78-Year-Old Man

Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on What the Overturning of Roe Vs Wade Means for the Country

Health Check: Addressing Childhood Trauma as a Community

Alternate Side Parking (ASP) Returns on July 5

UPDATE Primary Election Night 2022 All Unofficial Bronx Results: George Alvarez Leads in A.D. 78

UPDATE Elections 2022: Dinowitz, Altagracia Woolford Tussle over Housing, Public Safety, Campaign Financing & More