Mosholu Parkland: FOMP, BetaNYC, CM Dinowitz & Residents Participate in Mapping for Equity Event

Future of Mosholu Parkland (FOMP), BetaNYC, Councilman Eric Dinowitz (C.D. 11) and residents, including Venice Turraine, gathered on Friday, July 10, for Part I of a “Mapping for Equity” event which took place along Mosholu Parkway in Bedford Park. The purpose of the event was to map certain public services and resources on Mosholu Parkway in order to use the data to create more equitable and accessible spaces for the neighborhood going forward.  

Health Check: Beating the Heat: A Guide to Staying Safe and Hydrated in New York City 

Summer in New York City is iconic. Picture movies like “Do the Right Thing,” “In the Heights,” or the beautiful children’s book “Tar Beach” about the author’s childhood in Harlem, escaping the heat on the family’s roof.  While a New York summer is iconic, unfortunately, the combination of soaring temperatures and the urban environment can also create unique health risks. When a heat wave strikes, it’s important to protect yourself and vulnerable groups like children and the elderly from harm. 

UPDATE Bronx Day in Albany 2026 Returns after a Decade

Bronx Day in Albany returned to the Capital Region for the first time in nearly a decade, bringing together business leaders, entrepreneurs, nonprofits, cultural institutions and policymakers to highlight the borough’s economic impact and opportunities for growth across New York State.