Bronx
Diverse Field Runs to Replace Council Majority Leader
Naomi Cohen |
In the race to succeed Joel Rivera, there are two openly gay candidates, two Council aides, a community organizer, a minister … and a different Joel Rivera.
ARTS and CULTURE
Bronx Art Groups Share Challenges Seeking Sustenance and Growth
Naomi Cohen |
There’s no shortage of creative artists and organizations in the borough, but working on growth, attracting Bronxites, and working together is a persistent push.
Bronx
Pols Aggressively Shaping Bronx Community Boards
Naomi Cohen |
The sway that the borough president and councilmembers have over the boards isn’t new. But the past year has seen several high-profile instances of officials using that power.
Bronx
Housing Violations Not the Issue in Beef with Landlord
Naomi Cohen |
Tenant complaints usually involve violations of the city’s housing code. Chestnut Holdings buildings posts few of those, but some tenants say there are still serious problems.
Bronx
LGBTQ Group Reboots as Hate Worries Grow
Naomi Cohen |
After scandal scuttled the Bronx Pride Center, a new entity is taking shape amid persistent concerns about the hostile atmosphere that confronts the borough’s gays.
Bronx
Dozens of Candidates Seek Bronx Council Seats
Naomi Cohen |
A primer on the races and the candidates.
