Bronx BP Vanessa Gibson Endorsed for Reelection by Several Bronx Democrats

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Several Bronx Democratic elected officials, including Congressman Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), State Sen. Nathalia Fernandez (S.D. 34), Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz (A.D. 81), and Council Member Eric Dinowitz (C.D. 11), gathered last month at a campaign event in Fordham Manor to endorse incumbent Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson for reelection in the upcoming Democratic primary on June 24.

Bedford Park: Bronx Victory Memorial Marks 100 Years

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES & SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Community Board 7 (CB7) and community partners gathered on Sunday, May 18, in advance of Memorial Day, May 26, for an early centennial celebration of the Bronx Victory Memorial, located on Mosholu Parkway in Bedford Park. The memorial was first unveiled 100 years ago on Nov. 11, 1925.

Bronx Week 2025 Concludes in Bedford Park

By MIRIAM QUIÑONES & SÍLE MOLONEY

Bronx Week 2025 concluded on Sunday, May 18, on Mosholu Parkway in Bedford Park with the annual parade, street activities, and concert finale. Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson hosted the lively musical celebration, which featured performances by TKA, Eddie Montalvo, Los Hermanos Morenos, and La Insuperable.

Dinowitz Bill Aims to Enhance 311 Complaints System but Negligent Property Owners Still a Major Issue

By SÍLE MOLONEY

A bill designed to enhance the 311 complaint management system cosponsored by Councilman Eric Dinowitz (C.D. 11) was adoped into law on Feb. 22, and though residents of Council District 11 welcome the news, getting property owners to act on 311 complaints and clean up their properties is still a major challenge according to residents.

Inquiring Photographer: Thoughts on the Impact of Trump Policies on People’s Day-to-Day Lives

By DAVID GREENE & SÍLE MOLONEY

This week, we asked readers if they have felt the impact of U.S. President Donald Trump’s policies in their day-to-day lives.

Van Cortlandt Jewish Center Hosts ‘Holocaust Remembrance’ Lecture; Bronx Group Demands End to Aid Blockade

By DAVID GREENE & SÍLE MOLONEY

Congregants and guests of the Van Cortlandt Jewish Center (VCJC) located at 3880 Sedgwick Avenue in Van Cortlandt Village hosted a Yom HaShoah service or Holocaust Remembrance Lecture on Sunday, April 27, at the center.

Memorial Day Celebrated Across The Bronx

By SÍLE MOLONEY

Memorial Day was formally marked across The Bronx on and in the lead up to Monday, May 26, at various venues and at various events. It comes as the Trump administration’s U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by billionaire tycoon, Elon Musk, cut thousands of positions at the VA across the country, as previously reported in February.

Unity Democrats Announce Endorsements in Upcoming Democratic Primary

By SÍLE MOLONEY

The Unity Democratic Club announced their official endorsements for multiple political races in the upcoming 2025 primary elections in late February. These included City Council Member Justin Brannan (C.D. 43) who represents parts of Brooklyn for the role of NYC comptroller, a role currently held by Brad Lander, City Council Member Rafael Salamanca Jr. (C.D. 17) for Bronx borough president, a role currently held by Vanessa L. Gibson, Danielle Herbert Guggenheim, a Unity Democrat member and former vice-president, for City Council District 11, a role currently held by Eric Dinowitz, and finally incumbent City Council Member Pierina Sanchez for District 14.

Gary Axelbank is The “People’s Choice” for Bronx Week 2025

By ARIEL PACHECO & SÍLE MOLONEY

The Bronx Tourism Council, along with The Office of the Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, kicked off Bronx Week 2025 during an opening ceremony at the Bronx Museum of the Arts on May 6, with the announcement of this year’s Bronx “Walk of Fame” inductees. This year, the People’s Choice Award went to journalist, DJ, and longtime BronxNet TV host, Gary Axelbank.