Bronxites come out to play at 34th Halloween Parade
A crowd gathered around Mia Tineo at the 34th Annual Halloween Parade in Hunts Point.
Arts & Culture
Women of color unite at One Book, One Bronx
Five women of color sat in a circle at Casita Maria Center for Arts &
Residents, city officials meet to discuss MetroNorth’s future in Hunts Point
City officials met with residents at The Point on June 18 to discuss the eagerly anticipated arrival of a new Metro-North station in two years, and promised to take community input into account.
The Point’s photography program celebrates 20th anniversary
The photographers were from the latest class of students from the International Center of Photography’s program, which on July 25 marked its 20th anniversary at The Point.
Urban Health Plan gets $50,000 in Health Bucks
“You shouldn’t have to be wealthy to live a healthy lifestyle,” said Councilman Rafael Salamanca Jr., adding that the Health Bucks program is “a great way to improve low-income access to NYC farmers markets.”
Riverdale exhibit features South Bronx artists, environmental issues
Concern about the deteriorating environment and rising waters is at the heart of an art exhibit in Riverdale that features several South Bronx artists.
Bronx Night Market opens in Fordham
The first annual Bronx Night Market was held June 30 in Fordham Plaza.
Fish Parade marchers salute Puerto Rico storm survivors
An array of colorful and vibrant marchers and vehicles caravanned down Lafayette Avenue for the 15th Annual Hunts Point Fish Parade on June 16, including dance troupes and about a dozen local organizations and civic groups.
Community garden opens in Longwood
After a year of labor, the Paradise Garden at 1106 Fox Street in Longwood, is now open to the public.