Have courage! Stand up to the generals and War Machine. Explain what you know is true, and young people who voted for change, and the majority of Americans who now say "bring home the troops," will stand with you.

Bainbridge Avenue merchants affected by a devastating Halloween morning blaze can take heart in the experiences of another set of Bronx business owners who were left homeless earlier this year.

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Lieutenant Carlos Ocasio, Jr. recently passed away on Nov. 21 in his Norwood home after over a yearlong battle with colon cancer. Ocasio was 49 years old.

At the 52nd Precinct Community Council’s 6th annual Recognition Fellowship Breakfast on Nov. 13, a host of officers and civilians were honored for their service.

At Mosholu Montefiore Community Center’s annual dinner on Nov. 11, several people celebrated milestones with the organization.

The Fordham Hill Committee on Elders celebrated its 15th anniversary on Sept. 25.

The Mirdita family, owners of the Bainbridge Bakery, a popular local establishment that burned down along with nine other businesses in a horrific Halloween morning fire, is upset and angry. Despite hearing lots of promises, the family says they are receiving no help from city agencies. They are just one of several businesses struggling to find a path forward after the fire.