CHAM Brings Prom to Clinic

by David Cruz For teens hospitalized around springtime, the possibility of missing their prom lurks. The Children’s Hospital at Montefiore (CHAM) saw a need to fill the void five years ago, bringing the prom to the medical clinic ever since.

Digital Edition of the Norwood News Is Out!

by David Cruz, Editor-in-Chief With the northwest Bronx springing with plenty of good causes, there is so much to write about for the latest edition of the Norwood News. The big story is the election of a new district manager for Community Board 7, a post left vacant for the past five months. Read up who members voted on, or you can read the story online. Our other story focuses on the never-ending construction of the troubled Croton Water Filtration Plant. New stuff to report, courtesy of reporter Shayla Love. Speaking of online news consumption, the Norwood News has a

by Paolo Mossetti Bronx students might soon enjoy the pleasures of farming! Kingsbridge International School is converting its once decaying backyard into a multi-functional, prosperous garden. The renovated space will give students the chance to grow and eat organic food, learn how plant life works and even take care of a chicken coop.

NYSDOH Yields Little for PS 51 Parents, Staff

By Justin McCallum State health officials are shying away from a proposed health study for students, parents and teachers affected by a toxic building that once housed PS 51 The New Bronx School.

P.S. 51 Parents, Community to Meet with state DOH

By JUSTIN MCCALLUM Questions over the closure and toxicity of a local Norwood school will be addressed at an upcoming public meeting that will determine the next steps for exposed students, parents and teachers. The news comes amid an introduction to a bill seeking further transparency on the health safety at public schools.

Bronx to Lace Up Its Shoes for the Annual B’N Fit Walk By PAOLO MOSSETTI It’s time for our kids to drop that remote and start running! The Bronx Nutrition and Fitness Initiative for Teens (B’N Fit) has just announced the Annual Teen and Community Walk, and their website is open for registration.

Print Preview: Latest Edition of the Norwood News is Out!

Has two weeks passed already!?! In the interim, the Norwood News gathered several noteworthy news items that makes up this latest edition. Inside you will find several interesting top stories on the Croton Water Filtration Plant and the impending Bronx Day in Albany that will spark a conversation. Check out our In The Public Interest, Inquiring Photographer, Out & About, Neighborhood Notes and our Business Beat. This time we took a trip to Pelham Parkway to spotlight the White Plains Road Business Improvement District, making great strides. So spread the word on the Norwood News, and view the digital edition. Also, if

By PAOLO MOSSETTI Strap on your running shoes! The Four Bronx Institution Alliance wants you to take a run on the wild side. The neighborhood pillars–Montefiore Medical Center, Fordham University, the Bronx Zoo and the New York Botanical Garden–will once again sponsor Run for the Wild, now in its sixth year. The run, held at the Bronx Zoo, takes place on Saturday, April 26. Participants can either take part in the 5k run or a Family Fun Run/Walk. Attendees are required to raise a minimum of $30 to participate, with a variety of prizes, ranging from a T-shirt to a

Vital Stats: An estimated 50 million Americans suffer from all types of allergies. Source: Montefiore Medical Center By the Norwood News As winter ends and spring begins, folks may want to get out of the house to take a stroll about leafy East Mosholu Parkway or Van Cortlandt Park. But spring equals allergy season, resulting in symptoms ranging from itchy eyes, nose and throat, to sneezing or runny nose.