NYPD Explorers Take Over Oval Park

On Thursday, Williamsbridge Oval Park was invaded by over 230 students participating in the New York Law Enforcement Explorers program.

Bronx Notes: Free Health Training for Teens

The Youth Advisory Board of the Bronx District Public Health Office, 1826 Arthur Ave., is offering free public health training for teens on Fridays in July and August from noon to 4 p.m., including sexual health, physical activity, and nutrition. For more information, contact Candida A. Bido at cbido@health.nyc.gov or call (718) 299-7376.

Bronx News Roundup, August 9

Good afternoon, and welcome to today’s Bronx News Roundup. Here are today’s stories starting with the weather: Mix of clouds and sunshine, with a possible afternoon thunderstorm, high of 86.

Crime Watch: Police Looking for Fordham Bank Robbery Suspect

The NYPD is looking for help in identifying and locating a male suspect (pictured right) wanted in connection with a bank robbery on Fordham Road in the 52nd Precinct.

Bronx News Roundup, August 8

Welcome to today’s Bronx News Roundup. Here are today’s stories starting with the weather: mostly cloudy, high of 84.

Street Renamed for Fallen Bronx Police Officer

Friends, family and fellow cops turned out to honor 52nd Precinct police officer Eric Hernandez, who was accidentally killed by colleagues during a fight with a group of men at a local White Castle restaurant in 2006. During the ceremony on Saturday, July 28, just outside of the 52nd Precinct, the corner of Webster Avenue and Mosholu Parkway North was dedicated as “Police Officer Eric Hernandez Memorial Corner.” “I stand alongside members of the 52nd Precinct (with) your pain, your suffering and it’s my honor today to stand alongside the members . . . to share in this remembrance,” said

Bronx Notes: National Night Out at Oval Park (and Elsewhere)

The 52nd Precinct Community Council will celebrate its 29th annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 7, at the Williamsbridge Oval, from 5 to 8 p.m., featuring free entertainment, music, games, face painting, and refreshments. The event is dedicated to strengthening the relationship between police officers and the community. For more information, call (718) 220-5811. Below are the other Night Out locations in the Bronx.

Bronx News Roundup, Aug. 7

Welcome to the Tuesday edition of the Bronx News Roundup. Let’s get down to business. Here are the stories we’re following today, starting with the weather: Mostly sunny, high around 87.

At Bronx Library, Entertainers Talk ‘Fame and (Mis)Fortune’

Last Tuesday evening, hip-hop artist Christopher “Play” Martin and R&B songstress Meli’sa Morgan spoke to a packed room at the Bronx Library Center for a “Fame and (Mis)Fortune” talk, an opportunity for the pair to discuss financial literacy and their own financial struggles.