Woman Survives 4-Story Fall A woman miraculously survived a four-story plunge from the rear of a six-story building near the Woodlawn #4 train station. Police were called to the courtyard of 25 E. 213th Street, at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8. The unidentified woman, who either fell or jumped, from the window was said to be conscious and alert. She was rushed to St. Barnabas Hospital with multiple injuries, but was expected to survive. Fordham Bank Heist Police were called to the Washington Mutual Bank at 257 E. Fordham Rd. after bank officials reported a holdup. The incident was

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The motto of Cornelia and James Pappas, owners of Allen Cleaners on Bedford Park Boulevard is simple. “Either you do it right, or you don’t do it at all,” they say. Allen Cleaners celebrated its 60th anniversary more than a month ago, evidence that the Pappases have done it – and continue to do it – very right.

If you happened to show up at the historic showdown between the two warring factions of the Bronx Democratic party three weeks ago at the Paradise Theater, you surely would have been entertained. It was a great show.

But amid all the shouting and the bush-league stunts (like Jose Rivera’s supporters cutting the juice on the microphones and Council Member Maria Baez ignoring the "no" votes), it would have been almost impossible for most Bronxites to see how any of it mattered in their lives.

But it does matter. Politics matters – or at least it should.

Party organizations like the Bronx County Democratic Committee have a huge influence on who we send to Albany, City Hall and even Washington. Once they get there, they’re supposed to represent our interests in the legislative process and make laws that address the most pressing issues facing Bronxites and their fellow New Yorkers.

The attempt to nullify term limits is a disgusting attempt to override the will of the people and to establish a permanent “ruling class.” The success of this action would totally undermine the purpose of voting and make democracy a sham in this city. Almost lost in all of the attention paid to Mayor Bloomberg is that ending term limits would enable Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion and the present Bronx City Council delegation to remain in their current offices. Such a development would be tragic for democracy and would result in the demoralization of Bronxites. Over the past four years, democratic

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The brown sign with the orange and white lettering hanging above 2737 Webster Ave. in Bedford Park nearly says it all: "Webster Wallpaper, the Largest in Stock Selection of Wallcoverings in the U.S.A. at Discount Prices." But, after nearly six decades of doing business in the Bronx, their selection and prices are only half the story.

In July, Community Board 7 organized a forum for residents and community activists to brainstorm the future of the Kingsbridge Armory. A couple hundred people showed up and shared their ideas – a great success. But Fernando Tirado, the Board’s district manager since last January, saw another opportunity he couldn’t let pass.

A listing of events, programs and services for our readers in the northwest Bronx.

A listing of arts and entertainment events for our readers in the northwest Bronx.

Last month, on a Saturday afternoon, friends surprised Norwood resident Louise Ertel with a party to celebrate her 100th birthday.