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New York Philharmonic Orchestra Draws Music Lovers to The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY
The world renowned and highly esteemed New York Philharmonic Orchestra has been performing for hundreds of classical music lovers in Van Cortlandt Park for several years now, an annual event facilitated by the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance. This year’s concert held on June 5 was no exception.

Bedford Park: East 205th Street Residents Shaken after Afternoon Shooting

By RAISHA HERNANDEZ
There were no injuries reported but local residents were left shaken after shots were fired in broad daylight on what is a relatively quiet residential street in Bedford Pak, 11 days after Gun Violence Awareness Month wrapped up, and as the City continues to see a general decline in shootings.

Health Check: Don’t Get Ticked Off, Simple Steps to Protect Against Bugs

By RAISHA HERNANDEZ
With summer in full swing and as you spend more time outdoors enjoying the sunshine and nature, don’t forget to protect yourself, your family, and your pets from pesky bugs. In New York City, flies and mosquitoes can be a real pain and ticks can cause Lyme disease, an infectious disease that can cause a rash, fever, headache, body aches, and can have serious long-term health consequences. 

UPDATE Second Annual Norwood Pride Festival Held

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES & SÍLE MOLONEY
After the success of the inaugural Norwood Pride Festival last year, Mosholu Preservation Corporation (MPC) and the Jerome Gun Hill Business Improvement District (BID) hosted the second edition of the festival on Sunday, June 15, held once again in the Williamsbridge Oval.