Politics

Catholic Elementary Schools to Close Monday, Feb. 1, Due to Impending Snow Storm

By SÍLE MOLONEY
On Sunday, Jan. 31, the Archdiocese of New York said all Catholic elementary schools in the archdiocese would be closed Monday, Feb. 1, due to the expected major snow storm. As reported by Norwood News, the national weather service expects the slow-moving system to bring snow accumulation exceeding 12 inches in some areas, as well as winds gusting as high as 40 mph which will cause hazardous driving conditions and the potential for power outages throughout the metropolitan area.   Archdiocese officials said Monday, Feb. 1, will be a “traditional snow day” with no remote instruction. All Catholic schools have


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UPDATE Elections 2021: Why Biaggi Backs Stringer for Mayor

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  The following story is an extended version of the one that appeared in our latest print edition. Integrity, leadership, the ability to listen and craft creative policy that’s fair to everyone; these are the core attributes State Sen. Alessandra Biaggi sees in New York City Comptroller, Scott Stringer. Passionate in her expression of just how aligned she is with his way of thinking, the progressive senator, who represents parts of The Bronx and Westchester, spoke to the Norwood News about why she was among the first, if not the first, in a hefty list of elected officials to immediately


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Torres, Bailey Endorse Eric Dinowitz in 11th City Council Race, Bronx Dems Highlight RCV

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Eric Dinowitz, Democrat running for City Council in the 11th District special election, set for March 23, has been endorsed by both U.S. Congressman Ritchie Torres and Bronx Democratic Chairperson, State Sen. Jamaal T. Bailey.   Bailey, who represents 25 percent of the 11th Council District, said he was proud to announce his endorsement of Dinowitz in the race. “Eric has been serving the children and working families of the Bronx as a special education teacher since he graduated college, and he knows what it takes to ensure our most vulnerable residents have the resources and support that they need,”


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Update: Padernacht Endorsed by Former Assemblyman Michael Blake in District 11 City Council Race

By SÍLE MOLONEY
New York City Council candidate in District 11 and real estate attorney, Dan Padernacht, received the endorsement of Michael Blake, the former New York State Assemblyman for District 79 and vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, it was announced on Jan. 20.   “I have worked with Dan on local Bronx issues and continue to be impressed by his holistic approach to the district,” Blake said in a written press release. “He appreciates the interconnectivity of issues and of neighborhoods. I endorse Dan for City Council so the Northwest Bronx can benefit from his vision of equity across the


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Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on the January 6th Riots at the U.S. Capitol

By DAVID GREENE
This week, we asked readers for their thoughts on the January 6th riots at the U.S. Capitol.   “I’ve been in a daze. I’m very upset. I feel for these people’s lives, and I walk around afraid because you never know; they could shoot and I could get hit, you know? It’s very scary. I hope the transition will be peaceful. So far, it’s nice and quiet. It’s so sad but yes, [President-elect Joe] Biden will bring the country together, yes. You’ve got to have faith.” Roxanne Home,                         


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Update: Chaos Follows Sen. Luis Sepúlveda’s Arrest Following Domestic Dispute

By DAVID GREENE
  State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda has been stripped of his title as Chair of the Senate Committee on Crimes, Crime Victims and Corrections following a domestic dispute during which he is alleged to have attempted to choke his estranged wife.   As reported by the Norwood News, according to NYPD detective and spokeswoman, Sophia Mason, officers from the 48th precinct responded to a 911 call regarding a domestic incident at 5:45 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 9, at Sepúlveda’s Daily Avenue home in West Farms. “Police were met by a 40-year-old female and a 56-year-old male who both stated the other party


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Update: District 15 City Council Race: Ischia Bravo Gets the Nod from Bronx BP, Ruben Díaz Jr.

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  District manager for Bronx Community District 7 (CB7) and Democratic candidate, Ischia Bravo, received another boost to her campaign to fill the seat of former Councilman and now Congressman, Ritchie Torres, in the District 15 City Council race, when she was endorsed by Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr on Jan. 19. “Ischia Bravo has the energy and experience to represent The Bronx in the New York City Council,” said Diaz Jr. in a written press release. “As a product of public housing and public schools, she understands the struggles that Bronxites face every single day, and as district


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Espaillat, Torres Endorse Pierina Sanchez in the 14th City Council District Race

By SÍLE MOLONEY
   On Sunday, Jan. 17, Congressmen Adriano Espaillat and Ritchie Torres who, individually, represent parts of Manhattan and the Bronx and together represent 100 percent of City Council District 14, announced their joint endorsement of Pierina Sanchez in the 14th City Council District primary due to take place in June.   A press release from the Sanchez campaign read that the endorsements were “reflections of the grassroots momentum and community support born-and-raised Bronxite, Pierina, has harnessed in her people-powered movement in the Bronx.” It also made reference to both congressmen being well known and highly respected throughout the borough.  


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CM Rafael Salamanca Jr.  Endorses John Sanchez in the 15th District City Council Race

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Rafael Salamanca Jr, three-term City Councilman for the 17th District and chair of the City Council committee on land use, has endorsed district manager for Community Board 6, John Sanchez, in the District 15 City Council race set for March 23rd, it was announced on Friday, Jan. 15.   Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr. said, “I am proud to endorse John Sanchez for New York City Council in the 15th District. For the past four years, John has served as District Manager for Community Board 6 where he has earned a reputation for going above and beyond for the community.”  


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