KARA and CB7 Working Together
I am writing in response to the editorial in your July 10-23 issue, “Circular Firing Line at Armory?” I was puzzled by your characterization that the Northwest Bronx Community and Clergy Coalition is trying to shut out Community Board 7. We agree that the Kingsbridge Armory Redevelopment Alliance (KARA) and CB7 must work in common purpose or risk being divided and conquered by the Armory developer. KARA, made up of over a dozen community stakeholders including churches, unions and community groups shares with CB7 a common vision for responsible development at the Armory calling for living-wage union jobs and community space,
Select’ Bus Has Kinks
After reading “Rapid Bus Line Premieres on Fordham Road” in your July 10-23 issue, it left me with more questions than answers. I don’t doubt that many riders using the new Select Bus Service Bx12 bus on Fordham Road will be confused. The article mentions that most riders “did not know they had to ask the bus driver for a transfer.” It’s not clear why any transfer would be required when, upon using a MetroCard, a free transfer is already automatically established on the card. The only time a paper transfer would be needed would be if original payment is
Monte Program Promotes Healthy Marriages
Two years ago, Bronx married couple Ana Clemente-Green and Michael Green argued over little things and some very big things. She was angry because he had committed some “infidelities.” “She forgave me, but just she and I talking was not enough,” Michael said. Then Ana was given fliers about a pilot program called University Behavioral Associates Supporting Healthy Marriages at Montefiore Medical Center. Michael, a 53-year-old school bus driver, set up an appointment. Soon after, Laura Frame, a psychologist with the program, interviewed the couple. “If this didn’t work, our marriage was done,” said Ana, a 44-year-old social worker. Supporting
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Embattled Gonzalez Up Against Familiar Faces
With Pedro Espada, Jr., and Richard Soto also declaring as Democratic candidates in the 33rd senate district, the race to unseat Efrain Gonzalez, who is facing trial in October on federal corruption and fraud charges (Gonzalez pleaded not guilty), could be one of the most hotly contested races in the Bronx this fall.
Riders Upset About Changes Related to New Select Bus Route
Baez Silent Amid Sea of Controversy
In her penultimate year as a member of the New York City Council, Maria Baez has found herself the subject of media scrutiny. News stories regarding poor attendance at Council meetings, enormous cell phone bills and a check to a non-existent organization, have left Baez with a tarnished public image.