NYPD Begins Community Outreach as 9th Murder Reported in 47th Precinct

by David Greene The spate of gun violence in the northwest portion of the Bronx has compelled officers at one 47th Precinct to change tactics as a fresh batch of new recruits heads to the precinct.

Klein Secures Ben Franklin Club Support

By David Cruz Senator Jeff Klein emerged victorious in securing an endorsement from the Benjamin Franklin Reform Democratic Club, after a lengthy evening of accusations of betrayal, debates, rebuttals and questions over whether their decision could cause a divide. Klein, head of the power-sharing Independent Democratic Conference, won support over challenger and deep-rooted Ben Franklin Club member Oliver Koppell. The final tally was 96 votes for Klein, 38 for Koppell and 11 abstentions. “I’m disappointed,” said Koppell, shortly after the final count was announced. The tally culminated a raucous, drawn out meeting that re-hashed political maneuvers of Koppell and Klein that

By David Cruz Call it Night at the Museum for this local catholic school!

Be Healthy – Learning About Stroke, Courtesy of Montefiore

By DAVID CRUZ The telltale signs of a stroke are subtle and often painless, with victims at times completely unaware they’ve experienced one. But Montefiore Medical Center’s Stern Stroke Center, as part of May’s Stroke Awareness Month, is increasing efforts that will encourage Bronxites to understand the causes of stroke and ways to prevent it.

Pop-Art for Laundromats Brings Color to Laundry Day

By Richard Bucey Washing clothes just got a bit more colorful! On May 16 a laundromat in Melrose was adorned with bright and colorful art courtesy of some 200 students from local schools.

The COVE Celebrates 25 Years

By DAVID CRUZ At an unassuming building on Gates Place, movie magic is born. So are skills needed to be an upstanding citizen and a creative thinker.

Business Beat – A Budding Merchant Association in the Heart of Kingsbridge

By David Cruz To manage a merchants association, one has to think like a merchant.

Out & About (May 15 – 28, 2014)

Editor’s Pick Bronx Week Parade and Festival The public is invited to the free annual Bronx Week Parade along Mosholu Parkway, May 18 at noon, featuring celebrities, marching bands, and a variety of groups. Reviewing stand will be on Mosholu Parkway East at Van Cortlandt Avenue. Parade will be followed by free Food and Arts Festival, from noon to 6 p.m., at Mosholu Parkway and Bainbridge Avenue, featuring hand-crafted items, free health screenings, information on services and health insurance, and live music all day. For more information on the week’s events and parade route details, call (718) 590-3500/22.

Inquiring Photographer – The De Blasio Housing Plan

By DAVID GREENE This week we asked readers their thoughts on Mayor Bill de Blasio’s plan to create or improve 200,000 low-income housing apartments around the city. I haven’t really heard about it, but I think it’s a great opportunity for low-income people who can’t afford a high rent. –Leonardo Melendez