Kingsbridge Heights: Building Applications Filed with DOB for New 6-Story Building at 215 West Kingsbridge Road

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Building applications have been filed with New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) for a 6-story, residential building at 215 West Kingsbridge Road in the Kingsbridge Heights section of The Bronx, as reported by YIMBY. Located between Heath Avenue and Kingsbridge Terrace, the lot is about a 10-minute walk from the Kingsbridge Road subway station, serviced by the 4 train.   Paul Durgaj of Durgaj Properties Corp is listed as the owner behind the applications, and the proposed 64-foot tall development will yield 14,795 square feet designated for residential space. The building will have 23 residential units, most likely rentals, based


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UPDATE Northeast Bronx: Arrest Made following Fatal Stabbing of 30-Year-Old Man

By SÍLE MOLONEY
POLICE ARE LOOKING to identify the person seen in the video in connection to a fatal stabbing that occurred in the Northeast Bronx on July 6, 2022. The NYPD said they have made an arrest following the murder of a 30-year-old man in the Laconia section of the Northeast Bronx in July.   Police said officers responded to a 911 call regarding a knife assault in the vicinity of East Gun Hill Road and Seymour Avenue, in the 49th Precinct on Wednesday, July 6, at around 11.39 p.m.   “Upon arrival, officers observed a 30-year-old male, unconscious and unresponsive inside


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Registration Open for Jr. Knicks Summer Basketball Camp for Sessions Starting July 11 & July 18

By SÍLE MOLONEY
It’s time to register for Jr. Knicks Summer Basketball Camp. Knicks officials say boys and girls around the tri-state area ages 6 to 14, of all skill levels, are invited to participate in one-of-a-kind camp sessions this summer. Campers will work on basketball fundamentals in a fun, safe environment and apply their new skills during competitive scrimmages.   Campers will also be treated to surprise visits from special Knicks guests, according to Knicks representatives. As the former Knicks will explain to the campers, “Once a Knick, Always a Knick. So, when you put your Jr. Knicks jersey on, you will forever


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New York State Extends Deadline for Public to Comment on Draft Disadvantaged Communities Criteria to Aug. 5

By SÍLE MOLONEY
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), in partnership with the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), announced the extension of the public comment period for the draft disadvantaged communities criteria on Thursday, July 7. The deadline to submit comments has been extended to Aug. 5.   New York’s Climate Justice Working Group (CJWG), which consists of representatives from environmental justice groups from across the State and representatives of several State agencies, developed the draft criteria for identifying disadvantaged communities, which was released for public review and comment in March. The State held a total of


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Belmont: Search for Group following Fatal Shooting of 62-Year-Old Man

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  A murder investigation is underway following the fatal shooting of a 62-year-old man in Belmont.   On Monday, July 4, at approximately 10.26 p.m., police said officers responded to a 911 call regarding a man who had been shot in front of 2431 Prospect Avenue, located in the 48th Precinct.   “Upon arrival, officers observed a 62-year-old male with a gunshot wound to the chest, along with two additional victims,” an NYPD spokesperson said. “EMS responded to the location and transported the victim to Saint Barnabas Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.”   The spokesperson added, “A second victim, a


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UPDATE Kingsbridge: Two More Arrested in Murder Case of 51-Year-Old Man, Investigation Continues

By SÍLE MOLONEY
Police said two additional men have been arrested after an investigation following the discovery of a deceased 51-year-old man in Kingsbridge was classified as a murder. A 24-year-old man was already arrested on Friday, July 6, as reported.   The NYPD had asked for the public’s assistance identifying the individuals seen in the attached video who are sought for questioning in connection with the investigation.   Police officials said, “On Saturday, June 25, at approximately 06.15 hours, police responded to a 911 call of a robbery in progress in front of 130 West 230 Street, within the confines of the


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Bedford Park: Man, 40, Arrested on Murder Charges following Stabbing of 45-Year-Old Woman

By SÍLE MOLONEY
A 40-year-old man has been arrested following the stabbing of a 45-year-old woman in Bedford Park.   On Tuesday, July 5, at around 2.34 p.m., police responded to a 911 call regarding an aided female inside 2860 Grand Concourse in Bedford Park, located in the 52nd Precinct.   Upon arrival, officers observed a 45-year-old woman with a stab wound to her chest, laying on a bed. EMS responded and pronounced the woman deceased at the scene. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will determine the exact cause of death.   On Wednesday, July 6, the incident was classified as a


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Van Nest: Search for Missing 27-Year-Old Man

By SÍLE MOLONEY
  The NYPD is seeking the public’s help locating a 27-year-old man reported missing from Van Nest, located in the 49th Precinct.   Majed Alwan of 1704 Van Buren Street, Bronx, NY was last seen on Tuesday, July 5, at approximately 10.30 a.m. leaving his home. He is described as 5 feet, 8 inches tall, weighs 180 pounds, has brown hair, brown eyes, and a mustache. He was last seen wearing a blue t-shirt and black pants with white stripes.   Anyone with information in regard to this missing person is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at


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