Rare ‘Annular’ Eclipse of the Sun Briefly Visible in Co-Op City

By DAVID GREENE

Bronx residents who were awake and facing east at dawn on Thursday, June 10, captured a rare, yet brief treat as an ‘annular’ eclipse of the sun was visible in the eastern sky across North America. In New York City, the eclipse was cut short when thick clouds and rain rolled into the area. Partial solar eclipses happen when the moon comes between the sun and earth, but the moon only partially covers the sun’s disk. A total solar eclipse happens when the moon comes between the sun and earth and casts the darkest part of its shadow, the

By JOSÉ A. GIRALT

A jam-packed agenda extended the May Bronx Community Board 7 (CB7) general board meeting to just under two hours. Much of the meeting, held on May 25, was spent going over the nominations for incoming officer positions for the upcoming year, including chairperson, first vice chair, second vice chair, third vice chair, treasurer, and secretary. Several motions were also passed, including those relating to requested letters of support from the board to different city agencies and elected officials. Each year, during the general board’s May meeting, nominations are made for new officer positions, and the final vote is

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Assemblywoman and candidate for Bronx borough president, Nathalia Fernández (A.D. 80) announced the allocation of $10,000 in funding to each of four local libraries in the 80th Assembly District, on Thursday, June 10, during a press conference held outside Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library, located at 2147 Barnes Avenue in The Bronx. The other three beneficiaries are Morris Park Library, Allerton Library, and Mosholu Library, located at East 205th Street in Norwood. Speaking at the event, Fernández said libraries were the cornerstones of healthy communities. “They are safe havens for so many people, and provide many valuable resources beyond just

Unacceptable levels of noise, noise and more noise have been the bane of many a Bronxite’s existence over several years, and never more so than during the hot summer months when residents are also contending with fumes from illegal barbecues, insufficient AC in their homes in some cases, and other quality of life issues. This year, complaints appear to be on steroids as the worst of the noise-related incidents have already begun, and now include noise from illegal dirt bikes, scooters, and self-amplified speaker systems. On Tuesday, June 4, one resident of the Knox Place / Gates Place

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES & SÍLE MOLONEY

Brooklyn borough president and mayoral candidate, Eric Adams, has staked a claim in The Bronx, visiting the Northwestern section of the borough on two recent visits within days of each other, and opening a Bronx campaign office with less than two weeks remaining before the June 22 primary election. In a race that will decide who will run the 11th largest city in the world, and the largest city in the country, many regard the upcoming mayoral election as one of the most consequential in decades, with some saying it has the possibility to bring about a much

Over a year into the pandemic, the 2021 Memorial Day service at Woodlawn Cemetery was almost a return to normalcy with Mitch Rose, president and CEO of the cemetery, saying this year, he “called in the marines.” For the first time, the New York City Department of Veteran Services (DVS) were invited to participate in the event, and were also invited to bring some friends. This year’s ceremony at Woodlawn, located at 3800 Jerome Avenue, was held on Saturday, May 29, and the cemetery partnered with DVS and the Bob Woodruff Foundation in hosting the event. It was well

Out & About: PRIDE Month, Van Cortlandt Lawn Party, ¡Jazz Puertorriqueño! & More!

By RACHEL DALOO & SÍLE MOLONEY

Editor’s Pick Norwood Community Library will be discussing, “Before the Fires, An Oral History of African American Life in the Bronx from the 1930s to the 1960s,” by Mark Naison and Bob Gumbs, during its book club sessions over the next four to six weeks. For further information, follow Norwood Community Library on www.instragram.com.

By DAVID GREENE

This week, we asked readers what is the main factor that will decide their choice of candidate for New York City mayor – crime, civil rights, housing, other? “Crime is up in every aspect, as I’m sure you’ve seen all the shootings that have taken place, and I just think Eric Adams is the right man to address the violence, the crime in the subways and also the hate crimes that are taking place.” Rev. Oswald Denis, Mott Haven “The issues that are most important to me in this election [are] specifically safety in the community, and the

Mass Vaccination Sites All New York State mass vaccination sites are now open to eligible New Yorkers for walk-in vaccination on a first come first served basis. In addition, all vaccine providers are encouraged to allow walk-in appointments for eligible New Yorkers. People who would prefer to schedule an appointment at a state-run mass vaccination site can do so on the Am I Eligible App or by calling (877) 829-4692. COVID-19 Testing Sites For a full list of COVID-19 testing sites, text “COVID TEST” to 855-48 or go to: https://www1.nyc.gov/site/coronavirus/get-tested/covid-19-testing.page. Reopening New York City There have been numerous

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Rare ‘Annular’ Eclipse of the Sun Briefly Visible in Co-Op City

Bronx CB7 May General Meeting Sees New Officer Nominations & Veterans Fare Discounts

Fernández Secures $10,000 for each of Four Local Libraries, including Mosholu in Norwood

Residents Say Loud Music is Public Enemy Number One

Brooklyn BP & Mayoral Candidate, Eric Adams, Stakes Claim in The Bronx

Woodlawn Welcomes Vets for Memorial Day Service

Out & About: PRIDE Month, Van Cortlandt Lawn Party, ¡Jazz Puertorriqueño! & More!

Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on the Deciding Factor when Choosing a New Mayor