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Parrot TV Launches ‘Abled and On Air’ to Amplify Ability, Inclusion and Positive Community Voices

Parrot TV has launched “Abled and On Air,” a new weekly show hosted by Lawrence Seiler that highlights ability, inclusion, and positive stories from the special needs community.

City Hall creates ‘Mom-and-Pop Czar’ role to help small businesses cut through Red Tape

New York City has appointed Delia Awusi as its new Mom-and-Pop Czar, a role designed to help small businesses navigate red tape and strengthen neighborhood commercial corridors.

New ACS Commissioner takes office as Bronx families watch for real change

Rebecca Jones Gaston has been appointed commissioner of NYC’s Administration for Children’s Services, a move Bronx families will watch closely for its impact on prevention, foster care, and family support.

NYC report says 62%  residents can’t afford true cost of living

A new New York City report says 62 percent of residents cannot afford the true cost of living, highlighting sharp racial disparities and intensifying pressure for policy action on housing, wages, and childcare.

BP Gibson encourages Bronx residents to ‘move more’ on National Walking Day

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson marked National Walking Day with a wellness walk through Joyce Kilmer Park, encouraging residents to stay active and healthy.

NYC Gender Equity Commission charts new decade with education, safety, public health priorities

NYC’s Commission on Gender Equity is marking its 10th anniversary with new plans for sexual health education, public safety training, and community-based gender equity initiatives across the city.

Bronx interfaith, education leaders join International Holocaust Remembrance Delegation to Poland

Bronx-based interfaith and education leaders will join Sharaka’s 2026 March of the Living Delegation to Poland for Holocaust remembrance, dialogue and peacebuilding.

Bronx House brings community together with model Passover Seder

By Robert Press Bronx House on Pelham Parkway South became a space of reflection, learning, and cultural connection on Sunday afternoon as community members gathered for a well-attended model Passover…

Off-Duty NYPD Officer on Modified Duty After Kingsbridge Shooting Leaves Man Critically Injured

An off-duty officer with the New York Police Department has been placed on modified duty following a shooting incident in the Kingsbridge section of the Bronx that left a 30-year-old…

Bronx: 43rd Precinct Community Council Meeting tackles safety, health, and neighborhood growth

Community members, law enforcement officials, and local leaders gathered at the Sotomayor Community Center in the Bronx for the April 1, 2026, meeting of the 43rd Precinct Community Council—an engagement…

Does Meeting the Imām in Sujūd Count as a Complete Rakʿah?

A Structured Juristic Response In recent discussions, a claim has resurfaced suggesting that if a maʾmūm (follower) joins the congregational prayer while the imām is in sujūd, that participation should…

Bronx BP Gibson Praises Iscol’s Leadership, Dedication to Public Safety

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson has commended New York City Commissioner of Emergency Management Zach Iscol for his leadership and dedication to public safety. In a statement, Gibson said, “Commissioner…

Morris Park residents confront energy, infrastructure and public safety at February meeting

By Robert Press    The Morris Park Community Association (MPCA) convened a well-attended February meeting that brought together a cross-section of city and state officials, law enforcement representatives, and infrastructure…

Pelham Parkway Residents Raise Safety Concerns at February Neighborhood Meeting

By Robert Press On Tuesday, February 10, 2026, close to 50 residents gathered for the February meeting of the Pelham Parkway Neighborhood Association (PPNA), where public safety and local development…

Mayor Mamdani announces reactivation of Just Home project at Jacobi Hospital

By Robert Press New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani visited Jacobi Hospital on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to formally announce the reactivation of the Just Home Project, a long-delayed…

Mayor Mamdani names Tricia Shimamura as new NYC Parks Commissioner

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Friday announced the appointment of Tricia Shimamura as the new Commissioner of the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation, elevating a…

Mayor Mamdani nominates Valdivia to lead NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has nominated transportation policy expert Midori Valdivia to serve as Chair and Commissioner of the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC), signaling…

Mayor Mamdani orders review, reduction of City fines, fees for small businesses

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Wednesday signed an executive order aimed at easing the regulatory and financial burden on small businesses by reviewing and cutting fines, fees, and…

Bronx BP Gibson Pushes Bronx Priorities at Opening of 2026 New York Legislative Session

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson has reaffirmed her commitment to advocating for Bronx residents at the opening of the 2026 New York State Legislative Year in Albany, stressing that…

Bronx BP Gibson Congratulates Samuels on Appointment as NYC Schools Chancellor

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson has congratulated Kamar H. Samuels on his appointment as the new Chancellor of New York City Public Schools, describing the development as a positive…