BronxTalk to Air 13th Congressional District Debate on June 16

By Pamela Segura BronxTalk, the political talk show that airs on the public access station BronxNet, will broadcast an hour-long debate between Congressman Charles Rangel, State Sen. Adriano Espaillat and Rev. Michael Walrond, Jr. on June 16 at 9:00 p.m.

Digital Edition of the Norwood News Out!

The latest edition of the Norwood News is out at nearly 200 locations in the northwest Bronx. You can find them at local diners, stores along Jerome Avenue and other neighborhood spots. For this edition we focus on the long-time issue that’s irked plenty of Norwoodians: barbecuing at parks. The 52nd Precinct is now on the lookout, spotting any violators with help from neighbors. Our other top story focuses on the Fordham Road B/D subway station and Community Board 7’s effort to push for retail space. Read up over the Board’s attempts to make it happen. Inside you can read up on

By David Greene This week we asked readers about the recent spike in violent crime in the 47th Precinct and it’s plan to build relationships with neighbors by visiting their homes. I feel like it’s kind of invading people’s privacy for some reason. I feel like they shouldn’t be knocking on people’s doors. Something should be done, but neighborhoods like this… it’s really quiet around here. I’ve seen the police towers and I think that’s enough because it did stop crime in the south Bronx, and it does have a lot of officers now. Claude Escobar

Mess of the Month – Graffiti At Tracey Towers

Tracey Towers, the futuristic-esque high-rise at Jerome Avenue and the Grand Concourse, was marred with cryptic graffiti (the only legible word seen is “AMMO”) in early May. The Norwood News received several phone calls from several angry neighbors about this latest vandalism. Police at the 52nd Precinct advise to call the stationhouse at (718) 220-5811. Readers can also forward fresh pictures of graffiti to David Cruz at dcruz@norwoodnews.org. Photo by David Cruz

Neighborhood Notes

Editor’s Note: Anyone can submit an item for consideration in Neighborhood Notes. Send items to David Cruz at dcruz@norwoodnews.org. Immigration Assistance A workshop on working through the immigration system will be held at PS 28 Mount Hope Centennial School, 1861 Anthony Ave., on Saturday, May 31. For more information, call (718) 933-6909.

Be Healthy – Monte Takes a Bite Out of Food Allergies

By Brittney Williams In a time when food allergies are becoming more widespread, steps are being taken to provide better diagnosis and treatment to the nearly 15 million people suffering from food-related allergic reactions.

Out & About

Editor’s Pick MMC Hosts Health Fair Montefiore Medical Center will host a community health fair, June 1 from noon to 4 p.m. on East 210th Street from Bainbridge to Steuben avenues. The event is to increase awareness about healthy living in the Bronx with activities including exercise classes, cooking demonstrations, health screenings, music, games, giveaways and more. For more information, visit www.montefiore.org. The Bronx Puerto Rican Day kicks off at 11am at the Grand Concourse, marching from 192nd Street to Van Cortlandt Avenue East. Rain or shine.

CB7 Pursues Retailer for D Train Station

By Richard Bucey For years, commuters in need of a newspaper, that stick of gum or even an umbrella were out of luck at the Fordham Road subway station on the B/D line. It’s been that way since neighbors at the barren station remember.

5-2 Cracks Down on Illegal Barbecuing

By Brittney Williams and David Cruz Sunny weather, an extended weekend and no school seem to give the green light for barbecues, but it’s against the law in some areas. And the 52nd Precinct is warning everyone.