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Attacker gets 5 years for vicious assault on elderly MTA worker
A Bronx man has been sentenced to five years in prison after pleading guilty to second-degree Assault in the vicious beating of a Metropolitan Transportation Authority employee in a Bronx subway station, prosecutors said.
Bronx District Attorney Clark said, “Without provocation, the defendant punched and kicked a 75-year-old MTA employee who was in uniform on his way to work. We
will not stand for assaults on transit workers, the backbone of our subway system.”
Clark said the defendant, Anthony Williams, 31, of Bronx Boulevard,
the Bronx, was sentenced to five years in prison and five years post release supervision for second-degree Assault by Bronx Supreme Court Justice Ralph Fabrizio. He pleaded guilty on March 20, 2025, to that charge, as well as to Attempted Assault in the second degree for punching a Correction Officer in the face while
he was incarcerated at Rikers Island on January 24, 2023. Williams was sentenced today to 1 ½ to 3 years in that case, to run concurrently.
According to the investigation, on September 12, 2023, at 9:15 p.m. Baboo Singh, 75, a station agent with the MTA, was in uniform, on his way to start his shift. While standing
on the southbound platform of the Nereid Avenue subway station, Singh was approached by Williams who, without warning, punched him in the right eye, causing Singh to fall to the ground. Then the defendant punched and kicked Singh multiple times in the head and body. The victim suffered a fractured nose and jawbone.
Elderly woman beaten at Bronx bus stop
By Dan Gesslein
An elderly woman was beaten and pushed to the ground by a man and woman as the senior waited for a bus, cops said.
The NYPD released surveillance video from inside a Bronx bus of one of two suspects wanted for an assault.
At around noon on May 19, an 89-year-old woman was waiting for a bus near the Gun Hill Road train station on White Plains Road. Cops said as the elderly woman waited at the bus stop, a woman began
arguing with her. As the argument became heated, cops said the woman slapped the senior in the face. Then a man ran up and pushed the 89-yearold, knocking her to the sidewalk.
The female attacker hopped on a south westbound MTA bus. Her image was caught on the bus’ surveillance camer-
as. The male suspect fled on foot southbound on White Plains Road.
Cops said the victim suffered serious injuries from her fall and was rushed by EMS to Jacobi Medical Center. There she was treated and listed in stable condition.
The female suspect is described as having a dark complexion and short hair. She was last seen wearing a black shirt, black jacket and blue jeans.
The male suspect has a light complexion and was last seen wearing a dark
colored hooded sweatshirt, dark pants, and red sneakers.
Anyone with information in regard to this incident is asked to call the NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the CrimeStoppers website at https:// crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/ or on Twitter @ NYPDTips. All calls are strictly confidential.
The NYPD is searching for these two suspects in connection with an assault on an elderly woman at a bus stop.
Community Op Ed
Opening doors to opportunity
By Mayor Eric Adams
When we came into office in 2022, illegal smoke shops were popping up all around the city. No matter what community you talked to, no matter what borough you visited, New Yorkers were fed up.
Illegal smoke and cannabis shops were cutting the line — hurting hardearned legal cannabis businesses, selling products that target our most vulnerable populations like children, and contributing to the feeling that anything goes on our streets.
Our administration knew it had to stop. We went to Albany to advocate to get the power to shut these illegal businesses down. And in May 2024, we launched “Operation Padlock to Protect” to weed out the bad actors after being given that authority.
One year later, we have turned the tide. Thanks to our efforts, we have closed nearly 1,400 illegal cannabis shops and removed $95 million in illegal products from our streets. But “Operation Padlock to Protect” is not only about protecting our kids from harmful products and keeping our
communities safe. It is about making sure that illegal smoke shops do not take away valuable storefront space from legal businesses trying to do it the right way.
We are beginning to unseal these padlocked storefronts so that they can re-open as legal businesses like pizzerias, barber shops, retail stores, and more. I recently visited one of these stores —
Salsa Pizza Napoletana — in Brooklyn. The owner, Mike Bancale, told me, “Everything started probably 16 years ago in Italy where me and my best friend, Antonella, met, then decided to move to the States with almost nothing. Salsa [Pizza Napoletana] is the actual dream that came true.”
This small business embodies the spirit of New York City. It’s a vibrant multi-cultural enterprise, with partners from Italy and Lat-
in America. It creates great jobs for the community and serves great food.
But we’re not only shutting down illegal smoke shops; we’re helping support our city’s legal cannabis industry as well. The legal cannabis industry is a budding economic opportunity for New York City, especially for those disproportionately impacted by the ‘War on Drugs.’ Our administration supports those legal entrepreneurs through our Cannabis NYC Loan
Fund, which has disbursed over $500,000 to support early-stage cannabis businesses since October 2024. Soon, we will have distributed $2 million in total. With legal cannabis sales last year topping $350 million and over 160 legal dispensaries currently open across the five boroughs, our city’s legal cannabis industry is off to a promising start.
Every day, our administration works hard to make New York City safer, more affordable, and the best place to raise
a family. This includes closing illegal smoke shops, driving down crime for five quarters in a row, creating a record number of small businesses, and improving New Yorkers’ quality of life.
As we approach the one-year mark of “Operation Padlock to Protect” and unseal stores across the city, we will continue to enforce the law and make sure that these storefronts re-open as safe, legal businesses of all kinds for families to shop at and enjoy.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announces the start of a five-borough operation — that will accelerate in the coming weeks — to shut down unlicensed smoke and cannabis shops in the City of New York, May 7, 2024.
Photo by Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office
Mount St. Michael names new school principal
Mount St. Michael Academy will have a new principal starting July 1st. School President, Bro. Michael Flanigan, FMS has appointed Ms. Clare Brewster as the school's next principal. Ms. Brewster brings to
her position a wealth of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the mission and ministry of the Marist Brothers, who govern The Mount. Ms. Brewster is a graduate of the College of Holy Cross and received her Master’s degree from Fordham University. She is a product of Catholic schools.
Commenting on her appointment as principal, Ms. Brewster stated, “I look forward to continuing The Mount’s history of excellence in the Marist tradition, holding each of our students and faculty to high
standards, and to providing our young men with an excellent education. I also look forward to collaborating with all of our families so that each of our students will thrive.”
She began her teaching career at St. Agnes Boys’ High School in Manhattan, another Marist Brothers’ school, and eventually assumed the position of Assistant Principal of Academics at St. Agnes. When St. Agnes closed, she wished to continue teaching at a Marist school and joined the faculty at The Mount
as an English and Social Studies teacher. For the past 10 years, Ms. Brewster has served as Assistant Principal of Academics.
“Clare brings a wealth of knowledge which will assist in her new position, but as important as her experience is, so is her dedication and knowledge of the Marist Brothers’ mission. In her 24 years of dedication to Marist Education, both at St. Agnes Boys H.S. and at The Mount, her rapport with the Brothers and desire
to further their mission, which she sees as her vocation, will ensure that the Marist charism will continue to guide our school. Her experience in an urban all-boys’ school makes her the obvious choice. As President, I very much look forward to working closely with her,” Bro. Michael said. Ms. Brewster will succeed Bro. Steve Schlitte, who has served as Principal at the school since 2010. Ms. Brewster will be the first female Principal in the school’s almost 100-year history.
Health Matters Monte lands $4.5M grant to advance nursing excellence
Montefiore Einstein has announced that its Henry and Lucy Moses Campus has been awarded a transformative $4.5 million grant from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation, the largest nursing-focused grant received in its history. This landmark investment underscores the Foundation's ongoing commitment to nursing excellence, quality care, patient safety, and clinical innovation.
Montefiore Einstein is one of only 13 hospitals in New York State selected for this prestigious Nursing Workforce Initiative Grant, part of the Cabrini Foundation’s broader $51 million commitment to enhancing nursing across the state.
“We are deeply honored and excited to receive this substantial support from the Mother Cabrini Health Foundation," said Maureen Scanlan, MSN, RN, NEABC, Senior Vice President & Chief Nurse Executive at Montefiore Einstein. “This
generous grant enables us to advance our journey along the Pathway to Excellence®, enhancing mentorship, professional development, and nurse well-being. We remain committed to fostering an empowering environment where nurses thrive, lead with confidence, and deliver consistently high-quality, compassionate care.”
Under the leadership of Maureen Scanlan SVP, Chief Nurse Executive and Maria Arias EdD, RN, Assistant Vice President of
the Moses Campus, the grant will advance Montefiore Nursing’s strategic initiatives to achieve the prestigious Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), reflecting a commitment to supporting positive work environments for nurses and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
Key areas supported by this funding include:
• Enhanced mentorship and leadership development pathways.
• Expanded nurse residency
program incorporating technology enhanced learning.
• Enhanced wellness initiatives to support nurse well-being.
• Continued professional development through evidence-based practice projects.
• Technology enabled “real-time” feedback systems to facilitate communication between frontline staff and leadership.
Montefiore Einstein’s continued investment in its nursing workforce aims to attract, retain, and empower nurses, nurturing the leaders essential to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing clinical excellence.
Lincoln celebrates nurses
Lincoln Hospital hosted a series of events to thank their nurses, who are the heartbeat of the hospital, for their unwavering hard work, deep compassion, and steadfast determination. The theme for Nurses Month, "Our Nurses, Our Future," highlights the vital role nurses play in society, emphasizing their ability to transform care, communities, and the world.
NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln is fortunate to have a team of extraordinary nurses who provide exceptional care for the South Bronx community and recognize that our nurses’ dedication not only heals our patients but also strengthens the future of healthcare.
Urology experts explain how prostate cancer is diagnosed, what is a Gleason Score, and ways to treat the common disease. This article originally appeared in NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Health Matters.
By Amanda Torres
Prostate cancer is the most common type of cancer among men in the United States after skin cancer, and about one in eight men will be diagnosed with the disease during his lifetime, according to the American Cancer Society. It is also one of the most treatable types of cancer, with high survival rates. While the screening process is often quick and painless, many are intimidated by the exam and therefore put it off.
“There are so many men who are afraid of what they think being evaluated for prostate cancer entails that they completely avoid the topic,” says Dr. Alfred Winkler, chief of urology at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and an assistant professor of clinical urology at Weill Cornell Medicine. “Our goal is to offer comprehensive services that can help men get the preventive care and screenings they need so they can stay healthy.”
Health Matters spoke with urology experts at NewYork-Presbyterian to get the facts about prostate cancer, as well as dispel some common misconceptions about prostate cancer screenings.
1. When getting screened for prostate cancer, a rectal exam is not always necessary.
Dr. Douglas Scherr, chief of the Division of Urologic Oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, says that prostate cancer screening does not always mean having a rectal exam.
What to know about prostate cancer: Understanding screening, treatments, and more
ical Association, those with average risk should start prostate cancer screenings beginning at age 50. But individuals should really begin talking with their doctor in their 40s to see if they need prostate cancer screening earlier than age 50 based on their risk level.
“The starting point to screening is getting a blood test to determine the amount of prostate specific antigen (PSA) in your blood,” he says. “If your PSA is found to be abnormal, the next step is doing an MRI to help determine if there are suspicious areas in the prostate that represent cancer. An MRI is an important tool to determine whether to do a biopsy.”
For patients who are being considered for surgery, a rectal exam may help inform the treatment. “The exam can help doctors know where the abnormal regions within the prostate are,” says Dr. Scherr. “Although a rectal exam has taken a bit of a backseat to an MRI in terms of the screening program, it does help with treatment planning.”
2. The earlier you catch prostate cancer, the more treatment options you will have.
Prostate cancer is highly treatable if caught early, which is why screening is so critical. “It is a disease that can be cured if detected early on,” says Dr. Scherr. According to the American Urolog-
“The earlier a patient deals with this issue, the more choices they have. The longer a person waits and the more they delay, the narrower those choices become,” says Dr. Winkler.
Treatment can vary depending on the stage of diagnosis. “Factors like how severe the cancer is, a patient’s age, or other medical comorbidities that they may have are considered,” says Dr. Scherr. “The patient and physician then participate in shared decision making in terms of deciding on treatment, which may at times involve more than one if it is an aggressive prostate cancer.”
3. An abnormal PSA test does not always indicate prostate cancer.
While helpful in early prevention, a PSA test — a blood test that
is used to screen for prostate cancer — is not always 100% accurate. A PSA test can be abnormal for many reasons other than prostate cancer. One reason could be an enlarged prostate, a noncancerous, common condition that impacts men as they get older.
“Even though the name of it is literally Prostatic Specific Antigen, the test isn’t always terribly specific to prostate cancer,” says Dr. Winkler.
“It’s a great start and an important marker, but it’s not a test that we can use to assume certainly that someone has prostate cancer. It does make us say that we need to really take a magnifying glass and do a deeper assessment.”
What is a Gleason Score?
In order to determine the stage of a patient’s prostate cancer, the grade of the cancer must be assessed. According to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, this is
done by calculating a Gleason score.
A biopsy finds patterns in the
cancer, which means any abnormalities of appearance when compared to normal healthy prostate tissue. Once a biopsy is done, a pathologist assigns one grade to the most predominant pattern in the biopsy, and another one to the second most predominant pattern. The two grades will then be added together to determine the Gleason score.
4. Black men have a higher risk of prostate cancer. Studies show that one in seven Black men will develop prostate cancer in their lifetime. African American men are two times more likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer and are more likely to be diagnosed with a more aggressive form of cancer.
5. Family history increases risk.
What to know about prostate cancer
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If your father, your brother, or another close relative has had prostate cancer, be sure to tell your doctor. They may want you to be screened earlier since a family history increases the potential risk of prostate cancer. The bottom line: If you are in a high-risk group, speak to your doctor about the risks and benefits of yearly rectal exams and PSA tests.
6. You may be asymptomatic and still have prostate cancer.
Unless cancer has spread outside of the prostate, about 95% of cases have no symptoms, says Dr. Scherr. “In cases that are detected early, it is typically because a person’s PSA was elevated, so screening is incredibly important,” he says.
7. As you get older, your risk of prostate cancer in-
creases.
After you turn 65 years old, your risk of prostate cancer increases exponentially. About six in 10 men who are diagnosed with prostate cancer are over 65.
8. Overall physical health and lifestyle play a role.
According to Dr. Winkler, healthy lifestyle changes can make a difference in reducing the risk for prostate cancer. His recommendations:
• Maintain a healthy weight.
• Eat less red meat and more green, leafy vegetables.
• Exercise regularly.
• Don’t smoke.
• Manage stress.
“Following healthy dietary guidelines, making simple lifestyle changes, and getting recommended screenings can all reduce the risk of prostate cancer, but men
in high-risk groups should be under a physician’s care,” says Dr. Winkler.
Prostate Cancer
Treatments
Active surveillance: Not every patient receives immediate treatment after a prostate cancer diagnosis.
“About 25% of patients, specifically those with low- or intermediate-risk prostate cancer, are put on active surveillance instead of other more aggressive treatments,” says Dr. Scherr. “We monitor patients closely and every six months, we conduct PSA blood tests and rectal exams. And thn once a year, we do an MRI on them. Occasionally, we will do confirmatory biopsies on these patients.”
Surgery: “With surgery, which is called a radical prostatectomy, we remove the entirety of the pros-
tate and surrounding lymph nodes. It is a laparoscopic surgery, done robotically,” says Dr. Scherr. “Patients typically either go home on the same day or stay in the hospital for one night. The risks of surgery have to do with urinary control, sexual dysfunction, and urinary tract infection, although we take great precautions to avoid that.”
Radiation therapy and hormone therapy: The standard of care now for radiation therapy is stereotactic radiation therapy, which is a five-day course of radiation therapy. “It is a brief treatment for around 20 to 30 minutes each day,” says Dr. Scherr. Radiation therapy is sometimes combined with hormone treatments or medications that lower a man’s testosterone. “In intermediate and high-risk
diseases, there is evidence to suggest that hormone therapy enhances the effects of radiation in those individuals, or sometimes men who have a large prostate. We may give them hormone treatments to shrink it down in anticipation of the radiation therapy,” he says.
Chemotherapy: For patients with advanced disease, such as if the cancer has spread outside of the prostate, chemotherapy may be recommended. “It can be used with hormone therapy,” says Dr. Scherr. Additional Resources •Protect yourself by getting screened for prostate cancer. Learn more about prostate cancer treatment at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital and make an appointment with a urologist.
5 murders in the first 3 wks of May across the Bronx
By David Greene
At least five people were murdered across the Bronx in the first three weeks of May, the NYPD said. The murders come on the heels of an NYPD announcement that murders were down 24% between January and March.
The latest murder in Norwood was reported at 5:53 p.m. on May 21, when a man was shot in the head outside of a deli located at 266 East Gun Hill Road. The man later died at St. Barnabas Hospital.
The victim was later identified as 18-year-old Estarling Peralta of the Grand Concourse. The following day police arrested and charged a 17-year-old male with murder and criminal possession of a weapon.
On May 18, officers from the 46th Precinct were called to East 188 Street and Marion Avenue, for a report of two people shot. Officers discovered a 57-year-old male with a gunshot to the head and a 34-year-old female with a gunshot wound to the left leg.
Both victims were transported to St. Barnabas Hospital, where the man later died. Police later identified the victim as Kevin Jennings, 57, of College Avenue. Police have made no arrests, but they continue to investigate.
On May 12, officers from
the 42nd Precinct were called to Home Street and Tinton Avenue at just after 5 p.m. for a 911 call reporting a woman shot near a school. Police discovered a 16-year-old female “unconscious and unresponsive” after suffering a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was rushed to Lincoln Hospital where she was pronounced deceased. The victim was later identified as Evette Jeffrey, 16, of Tinton Avenue.
The following day police arrested and charged a 14-year-old male with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon.
On May 19, police arrested a 13-year-old male who was charged with murder, manslaughter, criminal possession of a weapon, reckless endangerment and criminal possession of a weapon on school grounds.
On Mother’s Day, May 11, police officers from the 48th Precinct were called to East Fordham Road near Webster Avenue after a 31-yearold male was stabbed multiple times in the torso
after a dispute. The man was transported to St. Barnabas Hospital where he was pronounced deceased. Police would later identify the victim as Fode Bamba, 31, of East 161 Street.
The following day police arrested Dontay Taylor, 20, of Ford Street. Taylor was charged with murder, manslaughter and criminal possession of a weapon.
The killing spree began on May 10, when police from the 40th Precinct were called to 224 Willis Avenue for a reported “crime in progress.” Upon their arrival officers discovered a 30-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the chest and a 42-year-old female shot in the leg.
The 30-year-old man who
died at Lincoln Hospital, was later identified by police as Darren Davis, 30, of East 137 Street.
On May 19, detectives arrested and charged a 15-year-old male with Davis' murder.
On May 20, the NYPD announced the arrest of two men wanted in connection with a homicide that took place in April. On April 22, officers from the 40th Precinct were called to Lincoln Hospital for a report of two men shot. Police say a 35-year-old male was shot multiple times in the torso and a 42-year-old man sustained a gunshot wound to the groin.
Police say the 35-year-old male, later identified by police as John Medina, 35, of
East 168 Street, died as a result of his injuries.
On May 19, detectives arrested Raul Camuez, 33, of Bruner Avenue and Marcus Toolsie, 27, of Linden, New Jersey. Both men now face murder and weapons charges.
On May 7, the NYPD announced that murders were down 24% with 92 killings in the first three months of 2025, compared with 121 during the first three months of 2024.
In the announcement, Police Commissioner Jessica Tish said, “Crime is down for the seventh month in a row and that’s the direct result of the strategies we’ve put in place and the tireless work of the men and women of the NYPD.”
Police officers from the 52nd Precinct investigate a fatal shooting at East Gun Hill Road and Putnam Place on May 21.
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Culinary Road
By Morris Gut
Where to dine after ‘Van Gogh’s Flowers’ exhibit at NYBG
Internationally esteemed artist Vincent Van Gogh is the colorful focus of ‘Van Gogh’s Flowers’, the new spring, summer, and fall event at the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx. It runs through October 26, 2025.
I look forward to visiting NYBG, walking through the beautifully restored Enid Haupt Conservatory and beholding the seductive floral arrangements and dramatic plantings. (For additional info: www.nybg.org) After taking in all that beauty, we do get hungry. Here are a few suggestions…
DINING AT NYBG
There are themed Dining Pavilions throughout the park and near the Enid Haupt Pavilion: the casual Pine Tree Café and farm-to-table Hudson Garden Grill. Open daily. For info: 646-627-7711, or 718817-8700. www.nybg.org/visit/dining/
This year visitors can also enjoy ‘Van Gogh’s Flowers’ after dark during special Starry Nights, filled with entertainment, dancing, cocktails and snacks. These special evening events will take place through Sept. 13th. Check ahead for exact dates. Must be over 21. Evening hours: 7-10 p.m. Reservations are suggested.
MARIO’S IN NEARBY LITTLE ITALY!
Arthur Ave. is just a stone’s throw from the Garden. Since 1919 five generations of the Migliucci family have worked the front and back-of-thehouse making sure patrons are well served at this venerable ‘Little Italy’ institution. The amiable Regina Migliucci is
at the helm. For starters enjoy the palate pleasing lagniappe of marinated carrots, hot peppers, and good crusty Arthur Ave. bread. Great appetizers include Hot Antipasto Platter for 2; and Spiedini alla Romana, skewered deep-fried mozzarella sandwiches. Move on to such entrees as: Penne Rustica with sausage; stuffed Braciola Napolitana; Osso Buco the size of Mt. Vesuvious; or the traditional Chicken Parm. Open Tuesday through Sunday. Private party facilities. Free parking lot and valet service. Mario’s, 2342 Arthur Ave., Bronx. 718-584-1188 www.mariosarthurave.org
DINING WITH A VIEW AT THE
SEA SHORE!
Just a short drive from NYBG. Jeffrey Weiner and his veteran crew on City Island serve abundant platters of seafood at this sprawling 95-yearold institution: Oysters Rockefeller, daily Raw Bar, Lobsters galore, Surf & Turf, Italian specialties, too. Check out all the dining areas. Daily happy hours. Multiple seating areas. Sea Shore Restaurant, 591 City Island Ave., City Island, Bronx. 718-885-0300 www. seashorerestaurant.com
THE JOHNSON IS A MODERN
DINER
Partners John Solo, Stefanos Katsikoumbas and George Ballis opened The Johnson a year ago, their vision of a contemporized diner and bar that combines the best traditions of the past and present. A great stop for reasonably priced breakfast, lunch, or dinner 7 days a week. Early Bird specials, too. We recently stopped
in for a late breakfast and were quite happy. The menu runs the gamut from breakfast all day, Eggs Benedict, Corned Beef Hash, Cobb Salad, Pat Lafrieda Burgers and 14 oz. Ribeye Steak, Eggplant Parmigiana, and Moussaka. The Johnson Diner & Bar, 3533 Johnson Ave., Riverdale, the Bronx. 315-677-7665 www. thejohnsondinerbar.com
LIEBMAN’S TRADITIONAL
DELICATESSEN
Liebman’s original kosher Jewish delicatessen in Riverdale, the Bronx, has been serving their traditional larder since 1953. And now, for all you corned beef and pastrami mavens, owners Yuval Dekel and Craig Weitz have premiered a much anticipated new location at Addyman Square in Ardsley. Liebman’s serves a wide selection of oldworld favorites including matzo ball soup; frankfurters with mustard & sauerkraut; knishes; smoked fish and appetizing; overstuffed sandwiches; stuffed cabbage; Hungarian goulash; and chicken in the pot with all the fixings. Dine in. Take out. Delivery. Liebman’s original deli is located at 552 W. 235 Street, Riverdale, Bronx. 718-548-4534 Liebman’s Ardsley, 472 Ashford Ave. 914-231-6222 www.liebmansdeli.com
ARTIE’S STEAK & SEAFOOD WITH PIZZAZZ!
Owner Spiro Chagares and his staff offer patrons an inspired melding of traditional and contemporary dishes served with flair. Sit back in one of several inviting dining areas and enjoy such changing specialties as: hearty Seafood
Chowders; Asian Sticky Buns; Smoked Salmon Roll-Ups; Wood Grilled Jumbo Shrimp and Scallops; hunks of tender Short Rib; a massive Zuppa Di Pesce; tender Oven Roasted Rack of Lamb; Chardonnay Poached Salmon with seafood; and fresh Lobster prepared in a variety of styles. There’s loaded Lobster Salad Rolls at lunch and their Mediterranean style Pizzas are good to share, too. Check out the bar/lounge most evenings for good networking. Craft beer selection. Private party facilities. Off premise catering. Open 7 days. Free parking. Artie’s, 394 City Island Ave., City Island, Bronx. 718-885-9885 www. artiescityisland.com
ANTONIO’S TRATTORIA ON BELMONT AVE.
Right smack in singer-composer ‘Dion’s’ old neighborhood, just a block off Arthur Ave. at 186th St., proprietor Anthony Lancione and his team offer a flavorful take on Italian-American cuisine. Sit in one of the inviting dining areas and treat yourself to such house specialties as: Osso Buco, Short Ribs Toscano, Chicken Quattro Formaggio,
and tasty versions of Linguine con Vongole, Rigatoni with Broccoli Rabe, and Lasagna di Casa. The thin-crusted brick oven pizzas are quite good. The same team own Alessia’s Trattoria in Mamaroneck. Antonio’s Trattoria, 2370 Belmont Ave., Bronx. 718-7336630 www.antoniostrattoria. com
HEARTY TAVERN FARE AT MORRIS PARK INN!
Proprietor Steve Poli of bustling Morris Park Inn offers a full tavern menu and generous portions. Sit at one of the high-top tables in the dining room or at the bar. Specialties to look for: Nachos Supreme, Baja Crispy Fish Tacos, Chopped Cobb Salad, hefty Burgers, wraps and sandwiches, Mussels with Spaghetti, Baby Back Ribs, Fried Seafood Combo, and Center Cut Pork Chops. Morris Park Inn, 1024 Morris Park Ave., Bronx. 718-239-4109 www.morrisparkinn.com
(Morris Gut is a restaurant marketing consultant and former restaurant trade magazine editor. He has been tracking and writing about the food and dining scene in the Bronx and Westchester for 30 years. He may be reached at: 914-2356591. E-mail: gutreactions@optonline. net
