Police Investigate Death of New Jersey Man Found In Norwood

by David Greene and David Cruz The 52nd Precinct’s first reported homicide of the year may have taken place elsewhere.

CCRB Reprimanded Nine Officers From the 52nd Precinct in 2014

By David Cruz In its first meeting of 2015, the Civilian Complaint Review Board revealed it was formally reprimanding seven officers from the 52nd Precinct while already punishing two officers in 2014. Some misconduct included excessive force and abuse of authority, said officials.

Autopsy to Determine Cause of Death of Norwood Infant

by David Greene Bronx detectives are awaiting the autopsy report after the death of an eight-month-old infant who died Tuesday evening in Norwood. Police officers from the 52nd Precinct and members of EMS were called to the building at 409 E. 204th St. at 5:21 p.m. on Jan. 13. NYPD spokeswoman, Detective Annette Markowsi said Wednesday that eight-month-old was “discovered unconscious and unresponsive.” One witness, a resident of the block who declined to be identified, recalled, “The paramedic came running out of the building with the baby in his arms. The baby looked blue in the face.” The witness watched as a police car led the

Bronx News Roundup: Stories From Bronx Journalists

by David Cruz The Norwood News is putting its aggregator cap on to bring you Bronx News Roundup, a collection of some of the stories Bronx journalists around the borough are working on. First up, in light of the freezing temps we’ve been feeling around the borough lately, News 12 The Bronx is reporting on sub-zero conditions at International Leadership Charter School that’s compounded by a running air conditioner. Over in Hunts Point, food workers are threatening to walk off the job at the Hunts Point Produce Market if they’re denied a $5 raise, reports the Daily News. Winnie Hu of the New

With the start of a New Year, we asked readers what their New Year’s resolutions are and their hopes for 2015. My hope for 2015? For myself, and by extension, every human being, to make our walk with Jesus Christ stronger every day of the year. And to cradle and hold the children –Irving Baker, Norwood I’m hoping to stay out of trouble with people this year and to try and be more productive. –Robert Carroll, Norwood In 2015 I hope to find a job that lets me spend quality time with my

By David Cruz Although a newly-evolved method used in preventing the spread of HIV and AIDS exists for the public, its success and effectiveness has largely gone unnoticed throughout the city.

Neighborhood Notes

BP Seeks CB Applicants The Borough President’s office is currently accepting applications for membership to local Community Boards. The submission deadline is Feb. 6. For more information, call (718) 590-3914 or visit www.bronxboropres.nyc.gov. DOS Christmas Tree Pickup NYC Parks Department hosts Treecycle at MulchFest, Jan. 10 and 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at citywide locations. Remove lights and decorations and bring your tree for recycling through Jan. 11. Patrons may have free mulch available at each chipping site with free bags provided or bring your own bag. Residents may also leave their trees for DOS pickup through Jan. 16

Out & About

Editor’s Pick Free Family Fun The entire family is welcome to attend the free Burdetsky Family Circus at the Bronx Library Center, 310 E. Kingsbridge Rd., Jan. 10 at 2:30 p.m., including a performing dog. For more information, call (718) 579-4244/46/57 or visit www.nypl.org. Onstage Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, 895 Shore Road, Pelham Bay Park, presents Classical Guitarist Jay Kauffman, Jan. 11 at 4:30 p.m. Tickets are $20. For more information, call (718) 885-1461.

Bedford Park Artist Channels Touch of Picasso at Gallery

By DAVID CRUZ Call him the Pablo Picasso of Bedford Park. Persio Minier, a pony-tailed, award-winning artist hailing from the Dominican Republic, has made a career emulating the Spanish genius for decades. Since the beginning of 2014, he’s showcased his work at a tiny Bedford Park art gallery that doubles as a speech therapy center.