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They came from Riverdale and across the city to man picket lines at hospitals like Montefiore. Page A5
Going to the dogs Residents are organizing to demand improvements at the decrepit Seton Park dog run. Page A5
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Residents held handmade signs demanding justice for 37-year-old Renee Good on Jan. 11, just days after she was killed by an ICE Agent.
Yet another alleged ICE atrocity mobilizes activists to respond
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A special teacher After four decades mentoring budding journalists, he’s stepping down. Page 6
Citywide, major crime is down, way down, but the picture is a bit different in the Fiftieth Precinct
Riverdale residents showed up in droves to a vigil honoring Renee Nicole Good, the U.S. citizen fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Jan. 7. On Jan. 11, roughly 250 activists crowded onto sidewalks near Seton Park in a communal call for resistance. Some dressed in black to signal their mourning, others shared outrage with anti-ICE pins tacked to thick winter jackets. The gathering, organized by Northwest Bronx Indivisible, or NWBI, followed years of rallies put on by the group in a fervent push against the Trump Administration. “Rallies like this should happen anyway, but the fact that a woman, an American citizen, was killed, I think just underscored the need for people to
Letters to the editor and commentary on page A10 speak out on what’s going on and the way they’re expanding ICE,” Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz said, standing amongst the sea of neighbors. Bystander video of the 37-year-old’s final moments, verified by outlets like Reuters, spread rapidly online shortly after her death, triggering waves of national outcry and days of coast-to-coast protests. “We’re seeing an increase in violence perpetuated by ICE,” Abigail Martin, district leader for Assembly District 81, said at the vigil. “After seeing her
death, neighbors are looking for community and being able to have opposition against what’s happening.” The footage shows Good’s SUV stopped perpendicular on a residential roadway with room for several cars to pass. Two agents are seen exiting a nearby vehicle and advancing toward hers, demanding she “get out of the car.” A third agent joins them. Videos with varying angles of the event analyzed by The New York Times show Good briefly reverse and then pull forward — her wheels turned away from all three agents. One agent, later identified as Jonathan Ross — a long-time federal law enforcement veteran — fired multiple rounds toward the moving vehicle, striking Good. Ross fled the scene shortly after, as Continued on page A5
The NYPD opened the new year with sweeping claims of public safety success, announcing that 2025 marked the safest year ever recorded for gun violence, with the fewest shooting incidents and shooting victims in the city’s history. Officials largely credited precision policing, targeted patrols and expanded gun seizures for the milestone, pointing to sharp drops in robberies and retail theft citywide. But a closer look at crime data from the 50th Precinct, which covers Riverdale, Kingsbridge, Marble Hill, Spuyten Duyvil, Van Cortlandt Village and parts of Kingsbridge Heights, suggests a more layered reality. While the precinct broadly mirrors the citywide decline in major crime, several categories offer a stark contrast. According to precinct data, robbery fell 25 percent from 2024 to 2025, dropping from 138 incidents to 103. Compared with 2023, robberies are down by more than 35 percent, underscoring a sustained decline over multiple years. Burglary declined 20 percent year over year and is down more than 11 percent since 2023, while grand larceny fell 25 percent from 2024 and remains roughly 23 percent lower than two years ago. Auto theft dropped 22 percent, marking one of the most consistent multi-year declines in the precinct. Continue One suspect, seven burglaries to 10 in 2 increase. Those reductions were visible in en-climbed f forcement actions throughout the year. Inpercent r April, the 5-0 reported the arrest of a sus-2023, ho pect linked to seven area burglaries and ar-still remai rested a building superintendent on grand One su larceny charges for illegally renting outon Jan. 2 apartments. NYPD, w The precinct also made vehicle theft aexchange sustained focus. By March it had formedBroadway a dedicated conditions team to addressHouses. thefts of vehicle parts and stolen cars,and one a working overnight with both marked andon attemp unmarked patrols after identifying multipleAnother theft crews operating locally, according toduring a minutes from Community Board 8, or CB8,robbery. public safety meetings. Among Officers conducted vehicle stops, fol-trasts to lowed up on surveillance footage and in-sexual v creased visible enforcement in hot-spotsharply a corridors. In June, officers distributed50th. Rep steering-wheel locks to Honda owners fol-the prec lowing repeated theft complaints . increasing Still, while overall crime declined, sev-in 2024 t eral high-impact offenses rose locally, com-percent ju plicating the citywide narrative. 2023, rape substantia More gun violence nearly 238 That Gun violence, though rare compared toSept. 16 citywide shootings, increased within the& Shop su precinct. Shooting victims rose from sixway, wher Continued on page A4was raped 5:45 a.m. Nicholas him with sault and
Years of complaints force closure of troubled tavern By MICHELLE MULLEN mmullen@riverdalepress.com
For nearly two decades, Fenwick’s Bar, at 432 West 238th St., drew repeated 911 calls and waves of resident complaints over underage drinking and late-night violence in a familiar cycle of promises of change. But after months of escalating disturbances last year, the establishment has finally had its doors shut. Fenwick’s storied history came to a close at the end of December in an NYPD raid following months of escalating disturbances. Even on weeknights, neighbors were often kept awake by the sounds of repeated street fights and drunken shouts — overnight disruptions that often extended into the morning commute. Throughout 2025, multiple neighbors voiced their desperation at Community Board 8’s Parks and Recreation committee meetings, describing patrons routinely leaving the bar between roughly 3 and 10 a.m., visibly intoxicated, holding red plastic cups and getting into cars. Others re-
ported loud music rattling windows, cars double-parked along Waldo Avenue and West 238th Street, and fights spilling onto nearby blocks. Some noted Fenwick’s sits directly across from a family shelter, saying intoxicated patrons were often still congregating outside as children walked to school. “This was happening consistently for months,” one resident said in December at a CB8 public safety meeting. “Every morning during those hours, drunken patrons leave the bar and spill out onto the street. It’s loud, chaotic and unsafe.” In a joint statement, Assemblyman Jeffrey Dinowitz, Councilmember Eric Dinowitz and Bronx Community Board 8, or CB8, said the bar continued to operate even after giving up its license, fueling persistent quality-of-life and safety concerns. “Our offices continued to receive complaints for numerous issues including noise, disorderly conduct and illegal parking,” the statement said. “With the confirmation that the business was operating Continued on page A4
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basic infrastructure, not a luxury. When New Yorkers can’t find a restroom, it affects how they use our streets, parks, and public spaces, and ultimately whether they feel welcome in their own city,” said Speaker Julie Menin. “The City Council has been clear that this is a quality-of-life issue we can’t ignore, which is why we passed legislation to double the number of public restrooms by 2035. By working in partnership with Mayor Mamdani, we’re turning that commitment into action, and today’s announcement is an important step toward making it real for every New Yorker.” There are currently nearly 1,000 public restrooms in New York City, roughly 70 percent of which are in parks. This program will significantly grow the number of public restrooms elsewhere in the city, including public plazas – exponentially increasing the number of new restrooms that the city adds each year. City agencies including the New York City Department of Transportation will determine where the additional new facilities will be located.
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Rep. Ritchie Torres and 30 other Democratic cosponsors introduced a bill cracking down on insider trading after an anonymous user on Polymarket —- a platform where people bet on real-word events — won a $400,000 bet that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro would be removed from office. A few hours later, the U.S. captured Maduro, raising suspicion the new user had inside knowledge of the operation. The identity is still unknown, but the risk that it could have been a government insider was enough to legislate, Torres told The Press. “Profiteering should have no place in the federal government, period,” he added. Polymarket users are participating in what is known as prediction markets. Bets are placed with cryptocurrency on anything ranging from when the U.S. will strike Iran to what team will win an NBA game, making the platform controversial. The Public Integrity in Financial Prediction Markets Act, announced on Jan. 9, aims to stop federal elected officials and other government employees from taking part in prediction markets if they have access to nonpublic information that could
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After forty years mentoring journalistic hopefuls, Colleagues demand answers as ICE holds Fieldston News advisor intends to step down City Council staffer By SOPHIA AHMED
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For 40 years, beloved Fieldston School teacher Robert Montera inspired young journalists as the faculty adviser to the Fieldston News. Now, as the school newspaper enters its centennial volume, Montera is stepping down from his role at the News. Countless journalism careers, including those of New York Times journalist Julie Hirschfeld Davis and Maggie Haberman, White House correspondent at the Times, have begun in Riverdale under Montera’s tutelage, making his departure the end of an era for the Fieldston community. “I’m going from commander in chief to first-base captain,” Montera said, emphasizing that he will continue to remain involved as two new faculty advisers take over.
Still a teacher He plans to remain a history and English teacher at Fieldston, though he will teach only in the fall semesters. He is stepping away from his adviser position to focus on spending time with his family, particularly his wife, Alice Montera, who taught Spanish at Fieldston for 30 years, and his two children. Montera began his tenure as faculty adviser at the school newspaper in the spring of 1986. For Montera’s former students, the Fieldston News was not just an extracurricular but a launching pad. Some, like Haberman, cite their time as student journalists in Riverdale with Montera as one of the driving forces behind their passion for storytelling, reporting and public service.
Sharing stories Haberman told the Fieldston News in an Oct. 19 article last year that Montera was an “excellent teacher” who made “journalism appealing to me in a different way, primarily for the ability to share people’s stories and inform the public about events.” Emmy-nominated comedy
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Bob Montera rolled up his sleaves and led the Fieldston News for four decades. writer and bestselling author Bess Kalb, who was editor in chief of the Fieldston News under Montera, described him as one of the major reasons she became a writer. “With good humor and good faith, he was the first adult who took me seriously as a “professional’ writer,” said Kalb. “I’m so grateful for him and am forever indebted to him. Not financially. But in a less legally binding sense.” Yale Law School professor David Schleicher, also editorin-chief of the school paper, remembers Montera as beloved among students. “All of us were totally obsessed with Bob,” he said. While alumni often consider him synonymous with the Fieldston News, Montera saw his role as a guide and protector for students. “There’s less of Bob imprinting on things, and there’s more of the student imprint, the student shaping of things,” he said.
A fierce defender of free speech, Montera often defended controversial student articles, such as pieces criticizing new security cameras and reporting on anti-racism efforts in the school community, when met by resistance from faculty or administration. He deeply valued students’ rights to report on all matters and to share their perspectives.
Joyful impact “I think the real success has been that we tapped into this workshop tradition that is very much a part of the progressive education model,” he said. He has derived endless joy and satisfaction from his impact on students and can vividly recall each issue, editor and key writer. “I learned a lot from them. It was reciprocal.” Montera turned the Riverdale area into a hub for student journalism, with many of his students going on to intern
at Bronx publications before pursuing media careers. As he steps back from his advising role, he continues to be amazed by the work of students and alumni. In fact, the writer of this piece, Sophia Ahmed was Bob Montera’s student for a semester last year and is an editor-in-chief of the Fieldston News. She is now interning at The Press. “There’s a special satisfaction from looking at the names of Fieldston newsies who are working for the Times, or the Washington Post, or National Public Radio,” he said. “That just makes me the happiest guy on the planet.” His former students say his departure is a bittersweet turning point. Kalb joked, “As much as I am a champion of free press, I do sincerely think the paper should shut down once he leaves. No more Montera, no more News.” Of course, Montera said, “they will do no such thing.”
New York City Council staff, council members, labor leaders, and community allies rallied outside the Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ICE, field office at 201 Varick Street to demand the immediate release of a New York City Council employee detained by federal agents. The detention occurred Monday evening while the staff member was attending a scheduled immigration hearing in Bethpage, NY — a move advocates decry as a targeted disruption of city government and a violation of due process. The employee has been at the council for around a year serving the city as a data analyst and had legal authorization to remain in the country until October of this year. Recently, a U.S. citizen and mother of three was shot and killed by ICE officials in Minneapolis, raising concerns about ICE’s presence and enforcement authority in cities. “The Association of Legislative Employees calls for the immediate release of the New York City Council employee detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement while attending an immigration hearing,” said Matt Malloy, president of the Association of Legislative Employee, the union representing over 44 council staffers. “Detaining a city council staff member under these circumstances is unacceptable and represents a direct threat to the safety, dignity, and stability of public workers.” “City Council employees must be able to do their jobs and comply with legal obligations without fear of being detained. Arresting someone at or after an immigration hearing is a deliberate tactic that discourages due process, traumatizes workers and their colleagues, and disrupts the functioning of city government. “Yesterday evening, the New York Legal Assistance Group filed a habeas corpus petition on behalf of the City Council staffer detained by ICE and commends Speaker Menin
and Rep. Goldman for their swift actions,” said Lisa Rivera, president and CEO of the New York Legal Assistance Group. “A city council staff member, who works every day to improve our city, has been detained by ICE without justification,” said New York City Public Advocate Jumaane D. Williams. “This is yet another outrageous assault on both decency and due process by ICE. From Minneapolis to Manhattan, ICE is operating as if it can do anything, abduct anyone, without accountability. We will not be scared into silence, but continue to use our voice and position to support not only this public servant but all who are unjustly targeted.” “This is a sickening disregard for our Constitution and human dignity,” said Council Member Alexa Aviles, chair of the Committee on Immigration. “ ICE is killing citizens and kidnapping people trying to follow the lawful steps. Trump’s constant hateful rhetoric would have you think immigrants are acting unlawfully, threatening the legal system in this country. It is our President who is committed to disregarding our laws over and over. It is his team of violent, masked ICE agents who brutalize and kidnap lawful US residents, who kill our neighbors and family.” “ICE just murdered a woman in Minneapolis and now they’ve snatched one of our employees at the city council,” said Council Member Chi Osse. “I condemn their violence and call for his release. ICE is not welcome in NYC. We must protect our immigrant neighbors and abolish this illegitimate and sadistic rogue agency. “ “I am outraged that a New York City Council employee who was here legally and following the rules could be detained without explanation,” said Council Member Christopher Marte. “This is an unacceptable abuse of power that does nothing but strike fear and undermine the basic principle of due process.”
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Seton Park is upgraded, but dogs get left behind By MICHELLE MULLEN mmullen@riverdalepress.com
For years, the dog run tucked into Seton Park has quietly deteriorated — an often muddy, poorly lit enclosure with broken locks and wooden benches that have seen far better days. After even modest rainfall, the ground turns slick and waterlogged, sometimes flooding several inches deep and lingering for days. Residents say the conditions have grown so unusable that many now avoid the run altogether, instead letting their hounds run off leash in nearby grassy fields. Although hope is waning among some dog owners, renewed calls for upgrades are growing louder as many flock to Community Board 8, or CB8, meetings. “This is just a mud pit,” Angel Ortega, part of CB8’s Economic Development Committee in a walkthrough of the site. The neglect stands in contrast to much of Seton Park, which in recent years received a 6000-sq-ft new skate park and adult fitness area as part of a roughly $4.6 million capital renovation. The dog run, residents say, was left behind. “They put so much money in all the rest of the park,” Ortega said. “They completely forgot about the dogs here.” Ortega was quick to add that he only started focusing his attention on the dog run after getting his own pooch about two years ago. “I drove [by] there a thousand times, never really looked at it until I got my dog” he said. The most immediate issues are visible even before entering the run: Nearly inoperable gates often secured with makeshift bungee cords and a chainlink fence enclosing the space
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Above, multiple locks meant to keep the dog run secure have long been unusable, a top concern for many dog owners. At left, in Seton Park, the portion of the dog run reserved for larger dogs falls victim to mud-filled puddles that can last for days.
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dents described a sense of frustration that complaints raised over the years never seemed to lead to lasting fixes. “People made many attempts to get this corrected, and they feel like they’re unheard,” Ortega said. In the absence of city action, neighbors have tried to fill the gap themselves. Deborah Travis, chair of CB8’s Parks and Recreation Committee, said the board has
that’s not in much better shape. Some sections of the fence lean inward, others outward. There is no dedicated water fountain for dogs — only temporary containers filled by neighbors. Lighting is also sparse, making the run difficult to use safely after dusk. With no assistance from the city, residents installed solar lights themselves. In CB8 minutes going back at least to 2023, several resi-
received complaints about the dog run for years, including poor drainage and deteriorating infrastructure. But she said major capital improvements are unlikely to be addressed by the city without a formally organized dog run group to commit to bettering the space. “The Parks Department basically told us that it was a non-starter to have a big capital project for a dog run that doesn’t have a committee that’s
advocating for it,” Travis said. She noted that the agency does not have its own capital budget and instead relies on allocations from elected officials. Large-scale projects, she said, tend to move forward only when there is sustained community organization behind them. “What’s interesting is that nobody has really stepped forward,” Travis said. “So far, nobody’s really said, ‘Okay, let’s all help organize a dog run
group.” That, Ortega said, is now beginning to change. “I’m really trying to start it because, again, I’m a dog owner,” he said. “I utilize this park as a taxpayer.” While Ortega does not sit on the Parks Committee, he said he feels compelled to push the issue forward as a resident. “We pay taxes,” he said. “We shouldn’t be bringing our animals in this type of conditions.” His vision for the space includes basic but transformative upgrades: regrading the ground to address drainage, adding mulch or wood chips that won’t wash away, repairing fencing and gates, installing proper lighting and establishing a permanent water source. “We need a complete overhaul,” Ortega said. “Bring down dirt, level it out, bring mulch, bring some water source and lighting.” He pointed to newer dog runs elsewhere in the city as proof that better conditions are possible. Ortega recently visited a newly completed run along the West Side Highway, where seating is built into the design. “It’s really sophisticated,” he said. “My wife and I were like, ‘Why don’t we have anything like this up here?’” For now, a CB8 meeting scheduled for Jan. 28 is expected to bring together residents, Parks Department representatives and community board members to discuss next steps. Whether that leads to a longawaited rebuild remains uncertain — but for dog owners who have watched the space decline for decades, the renewed attention itself feels overdue. “This shouldn’t be like this,” Ortega said. “People shouldn’t be bringing their animals in here.”
Crime here is low, but not receding Troubled tavern forced to close 50th Precinct Crime stats Continued from page A1 to 10 in 2025 — a 67 percent increase. Shooting incidents climbed from six to seven, a 17 percent rise. Compared with 2023, however, gun violence still remains significantly lower. One such incident occurred on Jan. 29, according to the NYPD, when two individuals exchanged gunfire outside 5210 Broadway near the Marble Hill Houses. Both fled the scene, and one arrest was later made on attempted murder charges. Another shooting occurred during a July gang assault and robbery. Among the starkest contrasts to citywide data was in sexual violence, which rose sharply and consistently in the 50th. Reported rape cases in the precinct nearly doubled, increasing from 14 incidents in 2024 to 27 in 2025 — a 93 percent jump. Compared with 2023, rape reports are also rose substantially, marking a jump of nearly 238%. That increase included a Sept. 16 assault near the Stop & Shop supermarket on Broadway, where a 33-year-old woman was raped and punched around 5:45 a.m. Police later arrested Nicholas DeJesus, charging him with rape, sexual abuse, assault and harassment.
Transit-related crime Transit-related violence also surfaced locally, even as officials emphasized that subway crime citywide is on track to reach its lowest levels in a generation outside the pandemic years. In the 50th Precinct, seven transit crimes, including on buses, were recorded in 2025, --- a 17 percent increase from 2024, though still lower than levels recorded the year prior. Among them was a November stabbing aboard a train at the 242nd Street station, which sent a man to the hospital. Earlier in the year, police sought a suspect in the assault of an older adult inside the 231st Street subway station, while another older adult was assaulted at the Spuyten Duyvil Metro-North station in March. In February, a teenager was hospitalized after a stabbing near JFK High School in Marble Hill, within the confines of the precinct. Other incidents throughout the year reflected ongoing quality-of-life and safety challenges. In Kingsbridge Heights, police investigated a pattern of robberies that led to the arrest of two juveniles, with two additional suspects still at large. In Van Cortlandt Village, robberies were reported in both June and August. In February, multiple stabbings occurred in Marble Hill and Kingsbridge Heights,
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resulting in three arrests, while assaults and assault-related robberies were reported in Kingsbridge and Spuyten Duyvil, including the assault and robbery of an off-duty police officer. Among the most significant local crimes last year was one in October, when two masked thieves broke into Bokagua
Restaurant at 3541 Riverdale Avenue, stealing $6,200 from the cash register and causing extensive damage to the restaurant’s interior. A month later, police arrested a suspect in a separate burglary and vandalism at the same restaurant, with another suspect still at large. Despite these incidents,
Continued from page A1 without a valid liquor license, an investigation was performed.” According to a spokesperson for the New York State Liquor Authority, the establishment voluntarily surrendered its license on Nov. 10, roughly a month before its shutdown. At last month’s CB8 regular board meeting, NYPD officials acknowledged the volume of emergency calls tied to the location, while noting that not every response resulted in a formal crime complaint. “I see all the 911 calls,” said Lt. Brian Wolvers, 50th Precinct. “But we don’t have complaint reports for fights. If we need to have a complaint, we need an assault, an injury or something for it to start generating reports.” In response, residents acknowledged the frequent presence of police vehicles nearby the bar but noted it did little to change conditions on the ground. “There’s a lot of questionable conduct,” one neighbor added. “There are fights that carry into the surrounding streets. People are screaming, urinating, sometimes leaving bloodied.”
many indicators remained stable or improved over the longer term. Murder held steady at one case, felony assault declined 10 percent year over year and remains lower than 2023 levels, housing-related crime dropped 30 percent and hate crimes fell to zero, down from two the year before.
However, an establishment operating without a license complicates police enforcement as oversight shifts away from NYPD to the New York City Office of Nightlife, which focuses on mediation rather than enforcement. As a result, police retain the ability to respond to crimes but have fewer channels to address ongoing issues. “When you call 911 and mention after-hours operation, serving minors or selling alcohol without a license, that automatically generates a case to Vice,” an NYPD official said. “They have to verify it step by step.” That investigation, led by the 50th Precinct and the NYPD’s Vice Enforcement Division, culminated in a late-December raid of the bar, with authorities catching bartenders red-handed serving liquor to customers. Police issued violations, made arrests, confiscated all alcohol on the premises and locked the storefront.
Long-awaited closing For nearby residents, the shutdown was a long-awaited sigh of relief, capping the establishment’s storied and particularly violent past. Nearly two decades earlier, in September 2007, a customer
reported being forcibly removed by a bartender and seriously injured. The State Liquor Authority later suspended the bar’s liquor license for a week and imposed an $8,000 civil penalty, citing a broader pattern of violations that included earlier underage-drinking offenses. Records also show multiple citations in 2006 for selling alcohol to minors, including incidents tied to assaults.
Serious assault In February 2010, a police report detailed a serious assault outside Fenwick’s in the early morning hours. A 32-year-old man was attacked by a group of roughly 15 people outside the bar and suffered severe facial injuries that required his jaw to be wired shut and a metal plate surgically implanted. One assailant was later arrested and charged with felony assault. Enforcement continued for years to come. In February 2015, police raided the bar in the early morning hours, issuing criminal summonses to eight minors for drinking with fake IDs. At the time, then-owners Anne Travaglini and Ernie Carafa told CB8 they were committed to improving the bar’s reputation. The following month, police conducted additional sweeps of local bars, citing Fenwick’s for underage drinking and being above capacity with only one exit.
Promised reforms At a Community Board 8 meeting later that year, new owners again pledged reforms. “We just purchased a new, top-of-the-line ID scanner,” one said at the meeting. “It now not only scans and verifies information but takes a picture of the ID and records it.” But despite repeated assurances, police continued responding to noise and other complaints once classes resumed at nearby Manhattan University, home base for many of Fenwick’s customers. As of this week, Fenwick’s remains closed. Elected officials said the outcome underscores the importance of sustained documentation and coordination between residents, community boards and enforcement agencies. “Our residents deserve safe, quiet nights,” the joint statement said. “This shows what’s possible when complaints are taken seriously and followed through.”
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Heights residents can’t afford so-called affordable housing By OLIVIA YOUNG oyoung@riverdalepress.com
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Above, protestors marched peacefully from Seton Park to the West 235 Street Bridge. Motorists on the parkway below honked in support of the demonstrators. At left is just one of the many creatively worded signs that popped up at the demonstration.
Minneapolis killing by ICE officer mobilizes protesters Continued from page A1 bystanders were denied access to render aid, even when one identified himself as a doctor. Paramedics and firefighters only reached her after several minutes. Good was taken to a hospital, where she later died from her injuries. In the aftermath of her killing, President Donald Trump claimed in a post on Patreon that video from the incident showed the woman “violently, willfully, and viciously” running over the officer. Other high-ranking federal officials echoed the rhetoric, with U.S. Secretary of Home-
land Security Kristi Noem framing Ross’ actions as self-defense and an attempt by Good to “weaponize” her vehicle in an act of domestic terrorism. “Our nation is under attack by the federal government,” Morgan Evers, a candidate for the 81st Assembly District, told The Press. “The Trump administration is spinning it to show that she did something wrong. She was just exercising her First Amendment rights, and she was assassinated.” In Riverdale, residents honored Good by exercising those same rights along Independence Avenue and West
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A hand-lettered sign served as a memorial to Renee Good, the Minnesotan who was killed by an ICE officer on Jan. 7.
235th Street. Dozens held signs penned with slogans like “ICE Out for Good,” their chants of solidarity met with supportive honks from passing drivers. Despite the brisk winter chill that day, those in attendance was undeterred from taking the memorial even further. As deep outrage and grief festered, the crowd broke out into an impromptu march. Members stomped toward W. 236th St., their voices growing louder in a call for accountability and change. “It’s not just about the immigrant community, it is about us all as a community and what we stand up for,” said Councilman Eric Dinowitz. “We stand for the rights of people to live with justice and dignity.” The group reconvened on the overpass above the Henry Hudson Parkway. Standing shoulder-to-shoulder along the narrow walkway, rallygoers pressed signs against the chainlink fence --- the steady stream of cars beneath them let out honks of encouragement. Amid the throng of residents packed onto the small bridge, some waved American flags. “I think we’re starting to see a lot more [American] flags,” said longtime resident Emily Shapiro, with one in hand. “I think now the point is that we who are protesting are protesting on behalf of American values, the American Constitution, the American way.” She paused for a moment, adding, “I think that in the past, we’ve made a mistake in giving that away to people who are actually un-American.”
An affordable housing lottery in Kingsbridge Heights closed on Jan. 13, with its minimum income to qualify set at $81,909 — more than $20,000 higher than the surrounding area’s average income, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The affordable housing lottery is a program run by the city’s housing agencies that lets New Yorkers apply for apartments that rent for below-market rates. Winners are selected at random, but with preference given to those who work in the city, live in the community board district or have a physical impairment. According to five-year data from the city’s Department of Housing Preservation and Development, out of 58,527 affordable housing lottery units advertised, only 18.4 percent were for low income earners. The highest, at 40 percent, went to middle income earners. Income is measured by a federal metric called Area Median Income, or AMI, which is a midpoint for earnings based on a region. New York City’s AMI includes not just the five boroughs, but outer, wealthier neighborhoods like Westchester and Putnam County. Last year, the AMI for a three-person family in the New York City metropolitan area was $145,000. From there, the city sets percentage brackets that households fall into based on income. Percentages are used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs. “The whole system was not built for New York,” said Charles Moerdler, Community Board 8 land use committee chair and board member of the city’s Housing Development Corporation. “It’s a national criteria.” In Kingsbridge Heights, 2854 Webb Ave. had two onebedroom units available with a monthly rent of $2,902, and eligible income capped at $116,640. Immediately surrounding the site, average earning is $61,494. U.S. Census Bureau statistics from around the neighborhood show even lower incomes. Slightly northwest, it is $54,094. Towards the south, $44,750. The department spokesperson said the city is committed to inclusivity, which includes support for New Yorkers to live in their neighborhood of choice regardless of where they are from, and reiterated some lotteries have preferences for those in the district. Also, some prices are set by a developer trying to meet the needed affordability requirements to qualify for property tax exemptions, which can push unit prices in the same building higher or lower. The Webb Avenue building is expected to receive an exemption through a city program. But, critics like Moerdler
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The affordable housing lottery for two one-bedroom units at 2854 Webb Avenue closed this week. Minimum income levels for applicants were set at $81,909. say the definition of affordable is “built on a false premise.” Some programs, such as Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher, have a standardized cap on who qualifies. A person has to earn 50 percent or less of the AMI — around $56,700 — making them very-low income at most. But, for the affordable housing lottery, percentages range from 30 percent of the AMI — $34,020, or extremely low income — to 165 percent of the AMI — $187,110, or middle income. “There’s only one real way you can determine what’s af-
fordable — zip code by zip code,” Moerdler said, adding borough-by-borough would be too wide. In northwest Bronx neighborhoods, median incomes range from $36,070 to $88,070, according to the New York University Furman Center. The spokesperson did not directly address the possibility of a more focused measurement, but said its department is “working to move neighborhoods and communities forward and plan and build our way out of the affordability crisis.”
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Striking Riverdale nurses join the picket line down the three block radius lined with strikers, as cars passing by blared their horns in support. Several of the Riverdale-based participants shook red and white handclappers — NYSNA colors — amplifying the noise. Elizabeth Maclennan, who’s been with Mount Sinai for 33 years and works in the neonatal intensive care unit, also expressed concern the hospital was moving backwards. The first strike drastically improved the unit’s conditions, she said, and helped retain employees. “They’re trying to rescind everything that we gained,” Maclennan said. “It’s not right. We’re here for our patients.”
By OLIVIA YOUNG oyoung@riverdalepress.com
Riverdale nurses joined thousands in a strike against major city hospitals that workers believe are putting profit over patient care. On Jan. 12, Nearly 15,000 healthcare workers took to the streets, according to union New York State Nurses Association, NYSNA, making it the largest nurse strike in New York City history. They are demanding protection from workplace violence, fully-funded healthcare benefits, wage increases and safe staffing to improve patient care. Strikes targeted several Mount Sinai, Montefiore and NewYork-Presbyterian locations across Manhattan and the Bronx.
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Above left, Riverdale residents Sara Rubenstein and Sandy Mateo held signs that read “Every patient is a VIP,” while Elizabeth Maclennan cheered in support.
Before the sun rose, six Riverdale women met their colleagues who were coming off of the night shift outside 1468 Madison Ave., Mount Sinai’s Morningside Heights location. Bundled up against the cold, some wore red beanies representing their union, while others hoisted signs that read “Every patient is a VIP” and “Stop threatening nurses.” “We’re all here united,” described nurse practitioner Sara Rubenstein. “It’s a very powerful thing to be a part of.” Midwife Lauren Abrams was a part of nurses’ strikes three years ago. In January 2023, about 7,000 Mount Sinai and Montefiore workers walked off for three days in protest of chronic understaffing. Hospitals complied by hiring more nurses and setting minimum staff requirements.
Above right, residents and Mount Sinai healthcare workers Lauren Abrams, Ironelly Lorenzo, Elizabeth Maclennan, Sara Rubenstein, Sandy Mateo and Gail Rivera. At left, n the Bronx, healthcare workers joined their Montefiore colleagues on the picket line.
Stepping backward Abrams feels that Mount Sinai is attempting to clawback the progress nurses made then by claiming the hospital doesn’t have the money to meet NYSNA terms. On the morning of the strike, Mount Sinai released a statement that said NYSNA refused to “move on from its extreme economic demands.” The hos-
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pital added it “was ready with 1,400 qualified and specialized nurses” and prepared to continue care for the remainder of the strike. “They’re putting patient lives at risk by hiring inexperienced nurses to take our place
while we have to stand out here in the cold and ask for the basic things we deserve,” Abrams said. In its statement, Mount Sinai added that by the third year of the union’s proposed contract, the budget for nurses salaries
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posal. According to the union, Mount Sinai, Montefiore and NewYork-Presbyterian have over 1.6 billion in cash or cash equivalents on hand, and have spent $100 million on temporary travel nurses. Chants and cheers roared
The healthcare workers said it was not just one instance, but a buildup of times they felt concerns weren’t addressed. Labor and delivery nurse Sandy Mateo pointed to last November, when an armed man threatened to shoot up the hospital. He was killed by police, and NYSNA said in a statement afterwards that nurses attempted to save his life when he entered the hospital as a trauma patient. Negotiations began two months prior to that when over 20,000 NYSNA nurses across 12 hospitals launched a campaign demanding fair contracts before Dec. 31., prompted by looming Medicaid cuts and less hospital funding.
Some settled On Jan. 2, those nurses gave a ten day strike warning, and some in Brooklyn, Queens and Staten Island were able to settle contracts. The nearly fifteen thousand others went on to strike. Riverdale workers say they don’t know how long the strike will last, but remain determined. “I feel confident, and what we’re fighting for is definitely worth it,” said midwife Ironelly Lorenzo. “We’re fighting for respect.” By press time on Jan. 13, no progress in negotiations had been made and the strike was going into its second day.”
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Tips when traveling with your pets Bringing pets along on vacation has become quite popular. According to Top Dog Pet Travel, a central Florida agency specializing in pet-friendly bookings, there has been an uptick in people traveling with their pets since 2024. A report from the American Pet Products Association indicates 22 percent of both cat and dog owners reported taking their animals on at least three flights in 2024. Although traveling with pets can be fun and cuts down on costs for pet boarding or alternative care, it also requires careful planning to keep pets safe, comfortable and free from stress throughout the trip. These practical tips can make traveling with pets a smooth experience, whether one is traveling by car, plane or just off on a weekend getaway. • Plan ahead. Research any
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or anxiety, if necessary. • Bring familiar items. Animals like consistency and routine. Bring along food, bowls, leashes, and preferred toys or bedding. • Stick to routine. Give the pet time to adjust to the new surroundings and adhere to the same meal, walk and play schedules the animal is accustomed to at home. Regular feeding helps avoid stomach upset, as does bringing bottled water or water from home. • Pack some patience. Even the most well-behaved pet may act out a little when in unfamiliar territory. Also, it’s possible to encounter individuals who may not be as amenable to sharing surroundings with pets. Pets will take emotional cues from their owners, so projecting calm can be beneficial.
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Prior to having children, few adults would bat an eye at spontaneous weekend excursions or discounted red-eye travel deals that required little more than a hastily packed carry-on bag and passport in hand. Once adults make the decisions to expand their families, traveling even short distances often requires precise and detailed planning. Children add the element of surprise and the unexpected — not to mention extra gear — and parents must adapt accordingly when they travel with their little ones. These pointers can keep parents properly prepared. • Pack for the journey. Anticipate what your child may need, but remember, unless you are traveling to a remote location, there’s a good chance you can buy many items at your destination. Direct much of your focus on packing items you’ll need for the journey, and less on what you’ll need once you arrive. Food and entertainment are two key components to keep in mind. • Factor in “stretch your legs” opportunities. Children have limited attention spans and abilities to stay put. Accord-
Children add the element of surprise — not to mention extra gear and parents must adapt accordingly. ing to Brain Balance, a program for improving concentration, children between the ages of 2 and 6 have attention spans from four to 18 minutes. Since kids may not be able to sit still the entire time, build breaks into trips so they can get up, run around and expend some of their boundless energy. • Travel early morning or late at night. Morning flights tend to be less crowded and are less likely to have takeoff delays that can push kids into meltdown mode. Kids are apt to be tired in the wee hours of the morning or later in the evening, so traveling, whether by road or sky, when they’re likely to sleep can be advantageous. • Plan accommodations wisely. Choose lodging that fits your needs. Some people
prefer a rental home because it affords more space and the ability to save money by preparing some meals at “home.” However, certain hotels may have babysitting services or recreational activities for children.. • Bring a light stroller and baby sling or carrier. A full-sized stroller may be cumbersome, especially on sand or cobblestone. A sling or carrier enables you to navigate crowded places with ease. A lightweight, folding stroller can be used as a temporary bed for naps or when your toddler has tired out from walking. • Know security rules. Check with the airline for confirmation, but the TSA generally allows formula, breast milk, and juice in quantities greater than 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters in carry-on baggage. It does not need to fit within a quart-sized bag. Remove these items from your carry-on bag to be screened separately from the rest of your belongings. • Explain the itinerary. For young children who are able to understand, spell out what will be happening along the journey so they know what to expect. This can help calm nerves and prevent tantrums.
A8 - THE RIVERDALE PRESS - Thursday, January 15, 2026
What’s on?
Email your upcoming events to whatson@riverdalepress.com
Home apothecary class
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Riverdale Neighborhood House is hosting a three-part home apothecary series. Participants can create a tincture, salve or cider that promotes health and wellness. This class will give a deeper appreciation for the many uses of the plants that are all around us. Held every Sunday, from 11 to 12 p.m. through Feb. 8.
Bill Viola: Moving Stillness Meditation
The Hudson River Museum invites visitors to experience 60-minute sessions guided by yoga, meditation and sound healing educator Jenn Vagios. Shown in a darkened room, the installation features a calm pool of water reflecting a projected video of Mount Rainier and is accompanied by an immersive soundscape. Each session explores themes of perception, presence and inner clarity through a blend of guided meditation, breathwork, gentle movement and subtle sensor y elements. Join on Saturday, Jan. 17 at 3 p.m.
Behind-the-Scenes Tours of Stay Scared Exhibit
Join the Museum of Bronx Histor y at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 21, for a curator-led tour of George A. Romero: Stay Sacred!. The tour will focus on the exhibition, examining Romero’s childhood in the Bronx and the formative years of his early career. It will also offer insight into how place and upbringing shaped the filmmaker’s creative path.
Riverdale Choral Society
The Riverdale Choral Society will hold open rehearsals for the upcoming 2026 spring season, welcoming singers of all voice ranges, including soprano, alto, tenor and bass. The program will be performed in two concerts in early May in the Riverdale area of the Bronx. Rehearsals will be conducted by co-music director David Štech. Singers who join the ensemble will pre-
pare for a concert program titled The Seasons of Love, featuring contemporar y and traditional music. The repertoire includes folk songs from the English, Irish and American traditions, settings of poetr y by Rumi and the Song of Songs, and works by Paul McCartney, Stephen Paulus, Leonard Bernstein and Billy Joel. Rehearsals take place at Christ Church Riverdale, with on-street parking and access to public transportation. Open rehearsals will be held on Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. Subsequent rehearsals will be held Wednesdays, at 7 p.m., through early May.
Beginner yoga series Join Inner Space Yoga’s Kendera Jackson on Saturday, Jan. 17 and Jan. 24 at 12:30 p.m. Designed for the beginner who appreciates a structured approach to understanding the yoga process, the basic poses, the difference between good and bad tension and how to move between poses with ease. Reser ve a single class for $30.
At Wave Hill
Winter Yoga Join Wave Hill for its first-ever Winter Yoga series. Held in beautiful Armor Hall, each session is designed to flow with the frosty winter weather. While sheltered and warm, participants will be surrounded by a panoramic view of the Conifer Slope and majestic trees, offering an inspiring winter backdrop. The class is beginner-level and can be modified. On occasion, sessions may be held in another location in Wave Hill House. Participants with
injuries or restrictions are asked to inform the instructor before class. Advance registration is encouraged online or by calling 718-5493200. Day-of registration is based on availability and not guaranteed. Program cancellations due to inclement weather will be posted on the Wave Hill website home page. Offered ever y Sunday in Januar y and Februar y, beginning Jan. 12. Public galler y tour Solo and group exhibitions at the Wave Hill House Galler y highlight the site’s connections to art, nature and place. Public exhibition tours offer an in-depth look at the work in the Glyndor Galler y, led by greeters. Each tour lasts approximately 45 minutes and provides attendees with the opportunity to engage with curators and artists and ask questions. Registration is not required, and all are welcome. Tours run Thursdays and Saturdays, at 2 p.m.
At Riverdale Senior Services
Journaling during Dif ficult Times Riverdale Senior Ser vices invites you to Journaling for Creatives During Difficult Times, an in-center class designed to help participants reconnect with their creative voice through guided writing. The weekly group experience is limited to eight participants and requires advance registration. Led by former NYU journalism professor and author of 25 books Lori Perkins, the class uses short, structured journaling prompts to encourage reflection, creativity and
momentum. Participants will write brief personal essays, with the option to share their work in a supportive group setting. No prior writing experience is required, and all creative disciplines are welcome. Perkins is also an established New York literar y agent, founder of an award-winning publishing company, publisher of Romancedailynews. com, and former owner of Uptown Weekly News, a neighborhood newspaper in Upper Manhattan. The class is held ever y Wednesday. Building the Dream: The Key People Who Inspired MLK Join Riverdale Senior Ser vices in honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and those who inspired and supported him, as well as the Civil Rights Movement. This includes Reverends Martin and Alberta King, Rabbi Abraham Herschel, Coretta Scott King, Howard Thurman, Henr y D. Thoreau and Mahatma Gandhi. Take part on Friday, Jan. 16 from 1:15 to 2:30 p.m.
Ethics for kids The Riverdale-Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture presents “Ethics for Kids.” Facilitated by Naa Pappoe, the program introduces children to social justice, science, histor y, self-expression and empathy through stories, the arts and play. The series helps young learners explore what it means to live ethically. Designed for children aged 4 to 10, but open to all. Email growingethicsr ysec@gmail.com to RSVP. Sessions are ever y Sunday at
10:30 a.m.
At Riverdale Neighborhood House
Youth market Stop by the Riverdale Neighborhood House youth market for fresh, local produce straight from the farmers. Other items for sale include sourdough bread from baker Annie Miller. The Neighborhood House accepts EBT, cash, credit, FAMM checks, vouchers, SNAP EBT and Health Bucks, ensuring access for ever yone in the community. The market is open ever y Thursday, from 1 to 6 p.m. Masala Bhangra Masala Bhangra, a high-energy Bollywood-inspired dance class, returns to Riverdale Neighborhood House. Open to ages 18 and older, the class is led by instructor Deborah Kolb, who has been teaching Masala Bhangra for more than 15 years, and is designed to bring some heat to the winter season. The class is held ever y Tuesday, from 7 to 8 p.m., until Feb. 3. Early Childhood tours Tour the Riverdale Neighborhood House’s Early Childhood program for the 2026-27 school year. Learn more about the program while checking out the classrooms and grounds. Tours are for adults only, with a limit of two slots per family. Held on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Jan. from 10-11:30 a.m. For more information contact RNH at 718-5498100. WHAT’S ON, page A9
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THE RIVERDALE PRESS - Thursday, January 15, 2026 - A9
What’s on? WHAT’S ON from page A8 Terrific Twos Register for the next session of Terrific Twos at the Riverdale Neighborhood House. This six-week course will include sensor y play, live music performances, dance activities, and more. Open to children 18 months to 3 years with options for 1 to 3 days a week. Runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from Jan. 13 through Feb. 24, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Home Apothecar y: Fire Cider Learn to prepare Fire Cider, a traditional herbal remedy that supports immune health Sunday, Jan. 18, at 11 a.m. This class at the Riverdale Neighborhood House is the first in a series of Home Apothecar y classes. Participants can sign up for this session or the whole series. Pastel Portraitur Discover the art of pastel portrait drawing in this hands-on course designed for both beginners and artists looking to refine their skills. Taught by local artist Danny Hauben, participants will explore essential pastel techniques while learning the fundamentals of facial anatomy, shading, light and capturing the face from multiple angles. Join on Thursdays, from Jan. 15 through Feb. 5, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Stretch and Strengthen Start your mornings this new year with a light movement class at the Riverdale Neighborhood House, Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m There will also be a social hour with refreshments after class, offering a chance to chat with your neighbors.
At the New York Public Library
Jazz Rogues Sophisticated Big Apple jazz comes to the Spuyten Duyvil Librar y. Join for a special concert given by the Jazz Rogues as they perform songs from classic American songbooks. Music will include pieces by George Gershwin, Cole Porter and more! Starts on Saturday, Jan. 24 at 1 p.m. Therapy Dog Reading Once upon a wag, there was a specially trained therapy dog named Tyler. He was wishing that a child would read him a stor y...and his wish came true at the Kingsbridge Librar y. Tyler, a licensed therapy dog, and his owners look for ward to you reading them a stor y. Enjoy one-on-one, no-pressure reading time with a furr y friend. This event runs on Monday, Jan. 26, for ages 5 to 12. Pre-registration is required for each 15-minute slot. ASL interpretation and real-time captioning available upon request, with at least two weeks notice. Short Lit, Short Pencils Two Thursdays a month, the Spuyten Duyvil Librar y will host Short Lit, Short Pencils, where bookworms read a selected piece – stories, essays, poems and more. You discuss themes, writing styles and create your own short-form works. Copies of the selected stories will be available at the librar y front desk. They can also be accessed through nypl.org/locations/spuyten-duyvil.
This event is open to those 18 and older. Join on Thursday, Jan. 22., where you will discuss “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas,” authored by Ursula K. Le Guin.
Smart cities exhibition
Writing Circle Kingsbridge Librar y hosts weekly Writing Circle meetings in an intimate setting where attendees can share unpublished drafts and give and receive feedback. Participants must be at least 18 years old. Registration can be completed at nypl.org to receive the Google Meet code, which will be emailed the day before. The group meets ever y Thursday, from 10 a.m. to noon.
At Van Cortlandt Park
Trail Work Thursdays Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and fellow residents ever y Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon to help maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park. Tools and gloves are provided for this small-group volunteer event, limited to five participants. It’s a hands-on opportunity to give back to the community while enjoying the Bronx’s natural beauty. Forest Friday Volunteer at with the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance to remove invasive species from the Van Cortlandt Park’s Northwest Forest ever y Friday from 9 a.m. to noon. The work helps promote biodiversity, protect young trees and improve forest health. No prior experience is needed. Tools and gloves are provided. Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walks Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing. Friday, Jan. 16 at 2 p.m. Outdoor Skills: Shelter Building Shelter is one of the most important components of outdoor sur vival. Learn the essentials on how to build an outdoor shelter using foliage, branches and other natural materials. Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Rhythm for Sale In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all are invited to join Dr. Grant Harper Reid at the Bayit at the Hebrew Institute of Riverdale Dr. Reid, author of the book “Rhythm for Sale” will discusse racism during the Harlem Renaissance and how white audiences and Black performers broke segregation through shared musical experiences. Listen to songs by some of the greatest performers of all time: Duke Ellington, Billie Holiday and others, and analyze how music became a powerful tool for breaking racial barriers using cultural exchange and artistic collaboration. MLK Days of Ser vice Join the Riverdale Y for two days of ser vice, learning, and connection inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s vision of Beloved Community. Participate in a cornerstone project, give blood, volunteer to support an
Lehman College
The Smart Cities exhibition at the Lehman College Art Gallery runs through Friday, Jan. 17. It explores the dialogue between art, architecture and technology in shaping more sustainable urban futures. event, or make a donation to further the mission on Sunday, Jan. 18 and Monday, Jan. 19.
Community Blood Drive With Januar y being National Blood Awareness Month, the Riverdale Y is hosting a community blood drive to support local hospitals during one of their highest-needs periods of the year. Ever y donation strengthens the safety net that saves lives. Join on Sunday, Jan. 18.
Brighton Beach Memoirs In collaboration with Riverdale Temple and presented by the Riverdale Repertor y Company, Neil Simon’s beloved coming-of-age comedy follows young Eugene Morris Jerome as he navigates the chaos, charm, and challenges of growing up in a crowded Brooklyn household during the late 1930s. It is the first in an award winning trilogy of successful plays that also became popular films. With sharp wit, heartfelt family moments, and Simon’s signature humor, “Brighton Beach Memoirs” offers a nostalgic, funny and deeply relatable look at adolescence, dreams and the ties that hold families together. Perfect for audiences who love laughter with a touch of warmth. The show runs at The Riverdale Temple on Saturday Jan. 17 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. ; Sunday Jan 18.,
from 3 to 5 p.m. ; Saturday, Jan 24 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Book Talk: Kissing Girls on Shabbat Join for an evening with Dr. Sara Glass as she discusses her powerful memoir, Kissing Girls on Shabbat. In this moving stor y, Glass shares her journey growing up in the Hasidic community of Borough Park, Brooklyn, where her yearning for authenticity and love stood in painful contrast to the expectations of her religious world. Thursday, Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. Conversation with Young Leaders from Sharaka Join for a powerful and timely conversation with young leaders from Sharaka, meaning ‘Partnership’ in Arabic, a groundbreaking initiative fostering understanding and partnership between Arabs and Israelis. Their mission is to build communities, educate, and facilitate deep engagement around the Abraham Accords. Sunday, Jan. 25 at 7 p.m.
Honoring the Scraps Join An Beal Bocht for “Honoring the Scraps,” a debut solo exhibition by Bronx-based artist Devon Valentín-Dixon, offering an intimate look into the quiet, often overlooked moments of artistic creation.
Enjoy a curated blend of paintings alongside their formative sketches, photo references and collected visual fragments. These “scraps” function as an informal archive, revealing the imperfections, detours and discoveries that shape each final piece. In keeping with the artist’s belief that art should be welcoming and accessible, the exhibition includes works at a range of price points, as well as a print raffle during the artist reception on Friday, Jan. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. This approach invites visitors to engage with and collect art in ways that feel personal, inclusive, and attainable. On view Wednesday, Jan. 7 to Sunday, Feb. 1
Community Board 8 Meetings Bronx Community Board 8 is in session. All meetings held at the CB8 office are located at 5676 Riverdale Ave., Suite 100. Unless specified, all hybrid meetings will be in the office or via Zoom. To access the Zoom link for CB8 meetings, visit their website, cbbronx.cityofnewyork.us/cb8 Jan. 21 at 7 p.m. - Environment and Sanitation Jan. 22 at 7 p.m. - Land Use Jan. 26 at 6:30 p.m. - Housing
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Opinion Points of view Watch the videos, demand justice By RICHARD L. STEIN
W
hen the news that an ICE agent had killed an American citizen in Minneapolis flashed on my phone on Jan. 7 the first thing I did was to call my most passionate and compassionate friend Barbara. I wasn’t surprised that she had already joined a giant Zoom meeting at which a group called Ice Out For Good was organizing weekend protests across the country. “I’m definitely demonstrating,” she declared, “You’ve got to join us.” I wasn’t ready to commit. I had only seen the headlines. I had not yet seen any of the video footage or read the news stories. And although I’ve been marching for causes I care about for more than six decades, I don’t believe in rushing to judgement. Well, now I’ve seen the whole panoply of videos from every angle, watched the newscasts on CNN, MSNOW and FOX News, and read news articles and commentaries and I’m no longer sitting on the fence. I was sickened by the blatant lying of Vice President JD Vance and homeland security chief Kristi Noem as they tried to make a case that the victim, Renee Good, was a domestic terrorist bent on murdering ICE Agent Jonathan Ross by ramming him with her car and asserting the dubious theory that, in any case, he had “absolute immunity” from prosecution. The insistence of the Justice Department on embargoing evidence and refusing to cooperate with local and state police shattered any doubt I might have had. I’ve seen too many Washington coverups in my time. I’m no lawyer, but I have served on juries and as the foreman of a grand jury in the Bronx. Different jurisdictions have different methods, but the jist of a grand jury proceeding is that a district attorney gives the jurors just enough evidence against an accused per-
petrator for the jurors to be convinced that a crime has been committed and the accused is likely to have done it. If the DA succeeds, the grand jury indicts the accused. It seems to me that, even without the cooperation of the FBI and with no more evidence than the many videos we all have seen, prosecutors in Minneapolis certainly have enough evidence to indict Mr. Ross. It’s more evidence than my Bronx grand jury was given before we indicted criminals here. Even if he did not intend to kill Ms. Good, Ross can still be found culpable. According to the MN Revisor’s Office, in Minnesota, killing someone with reckless abandon, meaning extreme negligence or disregarding a substantial risk, typically leads to charges of Second-Degree Manslaughter or Third-Degree Murder, if the act was “eminently dangerous to others and evincing a depraved mind, without regard for human life,” even without intent to kill. If the federal government actually does investigate this case rather than burying it, it can present whatever exculpatory evidence it has at Mr. Ross’s state trial. But make no mistake, the real criminals are in Washington. Renee Good is not the only victim to gunned down by the federal “Gestapo” as it endeavors to rid the nation of immigrants with the wrong skin color or nation of origin. Just a day after the shooting in Minneapolis, Border Patrol agents in Portand, Ore. shot and wounded two men they accused of having ties to a Venezuelan drug gang. It seems that the federal authorities believe that the mere accusation of a tenuous connection to a gang is enough excuse for violence or deportation to a notorious prison in El Salvador. Well, Barbara, I’ve seen enough. Give me a call when you organize the next demonstration. I’ll be there. Richard Stein is a former editor and publisher of The Press.
Hope and concern vs. antisemitism By EYTAN SAENGER
A
fter the massacre of 15 Jews at a Chanukah celebration in Bondi Beach, Australia, my community and the entire world are once again reeling from the effects of skyrocketing antisemitism. When tragedy strikes, we instinctively ask how a better future can be built. For me, that question has become a way to cope with the devastation of multiple antisemitic incidents in recent years. When confronting society’s challenges, we often look to the next generation, believing that young people can bring fresh perspectives and drive meaningful change. When it comes to antisemitism, however, there is a deeply troubling reality: younger generations are increasingly implicated in the problem.
Young people’s antisemitism Data from the Yale Youth Poll and Democratic pollster David Shor are just two of the sources that show that antisemitic attitudes among young people are at alarming levels across the political spectrum. Shor’s survey of nearly 130,000 voters for Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign found that roughly one in four respondents under the age of 25, regardless of whether they supported Donald Trump or Kamala Harris, expressed an unfavorable view of Jewish people. Data from the Yale poll confirms that younger voters were more likely than older voters to agree with antisemitic stereotypes and negative statements about Jewish people. In his recent article on this issue, “The More I’m Around Young People, the More Panicked I Am”, journalist Yair Rosenberg focuses on this data and states, “the folk wisdom that prejudice is the province of the old… that maxim may be true of some bigotries, but antisemitism is not one of them. Instead, in the United States, the opposite is happening. Anti-Jewish prejudice is growing precisely because it is the domain of the next generation, not the previous one.” These trends suggest that younger generations risk cultivating a more antisemitic society through their own thoughts and influence, a reality that strikes at the heart of my work in recent years.
Advocating for youth When I first entered the world of leadership, politics and advocacy, empowering younger and student voices was not a side project; it was a core priority. I wrote about and advocated for the rise of young political candidates as a hopeful sign for our democracy, organized events centered on youth engagement and spoke in news segments about the necessity of allowing young voices to meaningfully shape our political arena. I have long believed, and continue to believe, that young people are not merely the leaders of tomorrow, but active contributors and leaders of our society and communities to-
day. Seeing the troubling trends in antisemitic attitudes among youth challenges that belief and forces me to confront a difficult reality. One need only glance at the comment sections on Instagram or the replies on X to see the pervasive nature of antisemitism. The sheer volume of hate online demonstrates how deeply this form of prejudice has embedded itself in the minds of adolescents. When we fail to think critically and act thoughtfully, a wave of chaos ensues, and we lose any ability to distinguish who will be swept under it. Many young people are falling prey to echo chambers, which entrench them in distressing and even dangerous ideologies. The harm of these attitudes does not stop at Jewish people; all groups of people suffer in a society where intolerance and lack of understanding are allowed to grow and flourish unchecked. As the young generation, we literally hold the key to the future world we will inhabit. The way we act, speak, and think today shapes the society of tomorrow. Do we prefer a society where assumptions and hatred dominate, or one grounded in togetherness and understanding?
Hope for improvement As the revered Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks, of blessed memory, states, “Optimism and hope are not the same. Optimism is the belief that the world is changing for the better. Hope is the belief that, together, we can make the world better.” I look at the news and find little reason for optimism. Still, I believe it is my duty, and the duty of my generation, not to abandon hope. The students of today are the leaders of tomorrow, and if we stop believing we can build a better world together, we fail both ourselves and the generations that came before and after us. There are two paths before us. We can avert our eyes and accept the claim that this generation is a lost cause, a choice that leads nowhere, or we can choose to believe that young people are capable of recognizing the dangers of extremism, intolerance, and hatred and of building the future they want to inherit. In just the past five years, we have endured a global pandemic, wars, wildfires and relentless uncertainty. My generation is not one defined by silence nor surrender and now is not the time to become one. We must refuse to be bystanders to harmful rhetoric, challenge our peers when moral lines are crossed, and show that empathy and responsibility can coexist with disagreement. We must also resist the pull of echo chambers that trap us in unexamined and often harmful beliefs and instead recognize that society is a mosaic in which difference demands not mere tolerance, but respect. If we are to define our legacy, let it be one of courage and of confronting rising bigotry when it matters most. Riverdalian Eytan Saenger is a senior at Binghamton University.
Courtesy of Beth Rosen
Beth Rosen sent this photo of her Thursday night protest group to accompany her letter, below. Members make their voices heard in front of Starbucks on Johnson Ave. every week.
Letters to the editor Once again, blame the Jews
Join us to protest Jews. One of the authors even Trump’s outrages To the editor: Last week’s Riverdale Press asks Jews to ignore Mayor
is awash with letters both condoning and promoting the vilification of Israel and Jews. The Soviets came up with the euphemism “zionists” to disguise their persecution of Jews soon after the Holocaust. Antizionism is the new antisemitism. False claims of colonialism (Israel has been the Jewish homeland for thousands of years, predating Islam), genocide (Israel was forced to defend itself after Hamas’ true genocidal invasion and has the best military record for minimizing civilian deaths), and racism (Israel is more than half non-white with Arabs voting and participating at every level of society) fuel worldwide violence against
Zohran Mamdani’s inciteful lies and opposition of the existence of the one Jewish State. I wonder why these voices crying out for social justice never bother to criticize the Islamic jihadists that roam over Africa, including in Nigeria, murdering and enslaving Black people and Christians and burning down churches. These victims could really use your support! I call upon neighbors of good faith to stand with Israel and the Jewish people during this time when we are being threatened, targeted, vilified, and excluded. Please stand up for truth and decency now. We are in this together... ALISA EILENBERG
Young New Yorkers’ money woes To the editor: We are Aiden Brito and Brendan Howie, two young men growing up in New York City. The rising cost of living here is something our generation is starting to worry about. If we date back to 2000 we can see the cost of living in New York City has increased much faster than incomes have. This makes it harder for regular people to afford basic things like housing, clothing necessities and even food. In some parts of Manhattan and Brooklyn, housing prices have risen by almost 300 percent. I’m sure you’re familiar with the word gentrification, but I’ve personally seen the effects of it and people getting kicked out of their homes because they can no longer afford the area. It is also true that the top one percent of New Yorkers
earn about 44 percent of the city’s income which reminds us of times like the Gilded Age where poverty was high and only a select few had all the power. While many residents struggle just to get by, others strive in an economy only they can afford. We come to you today because we believe this is an important issue that deserves more attention. I hope your newspaper will take time to shine light on how inflation, housing costs and income inequality is ruining our city, the best city in the world. Spreading awareness is the first step to making change so our younger generations will not only be able to afford to survive here but to live a good life in our beautiful city. AIDEN BRITO & BRENDAN HOWIE
Deserving honor as a model citizen To the editor: I was so pleased to see Norris Ogaard’s Holiday Peace sign recognized in the latest edition of The Riverdale Press. I met Norris at the Riverdale Yonkers Society for Ethical Culture. Norris became a dedicated and compassionate volunteer with the emergency overnight shelter that I coordinated at the society. He showed up on time and regularly every Monday night
for the eighteen years that we operated, including taking his turn spending the night to ensure that the homeless guests were comfortable and the shelter ran smoothly. Norris and his wife socialized witn my wife and I and we became a friends. and we also enjoyed bicycling together as a concern for the environment as well as enjoyment. He deserves to be honored as model citizen. JOHN BENFATTI
To the editor: On Thursday night, Jan. 8, sixteen neighbors gathered on Johnson Avenue and West 235th Street to express their concerns about our country. We have been gathering every Thursday evening at 5:30 to give each other and our neighbors support about what the present administration is doing. On this night we were also holding a vigil as a result of Renee Good being killed in Minneapolis. We must stand together and speak up for anyone who is being harassed or arrested by ICE. Come stand with us on Thursdays. BETH ROSEN
Fight back or democracy dies To the editor: I am 97 years old, and I will not be quiet while our democracy is destroyed by a moronic egomaniac president. We were quiet as Hitler rose to power, and ships filled with refugees were turned away from our shores. We were quiet as innocent Japanese Americans were interned in camps, and when Senator McCarthy was destroying lives and careers. We were quiet when Jim Crow ruled the South and lynchings were commonplace. It is only when we the people are not quiet, that justice will triumph. We must speak out protesting the atrocities of this administration whenever, wherever, and to whomever we can. As Senator Booker said, “This is not about Democrat vs. Republican, Left vs. Right, this is about Democracy vs. Dictatorship”. Governor Pritzker of Illinois has called for civil uprising. We must protest and resist loudly, clearly, frequently, and nonviolently. If your answer to the question, “What did you do in 2026 when America was in peril?” is “I kept quiet, “you are complicit in the downfall of democracy”. JOAN HOLLANDER
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FieldstoN Web##1009 804 soutH riVerdale Web 4-bdrm, 3-bath stuccow/&backyard stone home. Spac 7-bdrm, 4.5-bath oasis Living room with WBF, featuring swimming pool,formal decks, dining patio, room eat-ingrassy kitchen. gardenand & level lawns. $1,499,000 $2,295,000
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West of ParkWay Web FieldstoN Web#1054 #821 Grandproperty and classic 8-bdrm, tudor revivial-style mansion house, This consists of 6.5-bath two dwellings on a half acre doublewith lot.guest There is a office cottage,main patiohouse & level,plus grassy yard on cul-de-sac. 2 walk-in coat closets, WBFP in 5bedroom a 4-bedroom guest house with an indoor swimming livingand rm &a mstr bdrm, FDR, center-island kitchen & finished basement. $3,995,000 $5,300,000 pool hot tub.
North riVerdale riverdale Web#1001 #816 nortH Web 3-bdrm, 2.5-bath, detached Classic 3-bdrm, 1.5-bath brickhouse house w/ w/ LR w/foyer, bay LR windows wbfp, windows, FDR w/ entry w/ west&facing sliding glass doors FDR, windowed kitchto&deck. deck.$699,000 $799,000
North riVerdale riverdale Web##853 nortH Web 1051 3-bdrm,spacious 1.5-bath brick 6-bdrm, house picture Bright, & renov 4-bath window living deck room,and renov kitchen with frontinporch, grassy yard andquiet unfinished basement $1,650,000 $695,000 on leafy cul-de-sac
KiNgsbridge Web VillanoVa HeigHts Web #854 #997 3-bdrm,6-bdrm, 1.5-bath6-full, semi-attached Grand 3-half bathhouse. with FDRinw/LR, French to the rear fplc FDR, door familyout room & large deck &island yard and renov kitch.$6,750,000 $719,000 center eat-in kitchen.
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FieldstoN Web#1037 #848 soutH riVerdale Web Rare opportunity landtudor-style of over a Classic 6-bdrm, vacant 3.5-bath third ofw/anpatio acre with R1-2 Zoning build house & garden. LR w/ toWBFP, exactly&theupdated house you need. $1,950,000 $1,200,000 FDR kitchen.
south riverdale Web## 805 VillanoVa HeigHts Web 1039 4-bdrm,&3.5-baths, Tudor-style Elegant Gracious 5-bdrm, 5-full, house 3-half with with living room with FDR, WBF,C/A/C, FDR, bath LR with fireplace, updated & kitchen & study. $1,395,000 elevator in-ground pool. $6,750,000
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Waveof hill area Web##827 West ParkWay Web #1022 fieldston Web 1034 Sprawling Estate2-half-bath of over three-quarters of an acre with plans a 14,000-Sq. Ft. 7-bdrm, 5-bdrm, 2-full, colonial-style Renovated & for spacious 4-bdrm, 4.5-bath 8-full on anda 2-half Independence Avenue. the an farinviting end of the property house doublebath lot ofmansion approx at a third of brick houseAtwith wraparound there a seperate 2-carpatio. garage$2,900,000 with a 1-bdrm guest asking an acreisw/ wraparound patioapt & above. a level, grassy yard. $3,125,000 $2,575,000
nortH Web NorthriVerdale riverdale Web#1041 #851 Classic 4-bdrm,3.5 3.5-bath brickand & stucco stone Renov 4-bdrm, bath brick colonial housecustom w/ stonebuilt-ins WBFP, FDR, eathouse with in living in kitchen finished room, FDR&and openbsmnt. kitchen.$1,199,000 $949,000
FieldstoN Web#1015 #632 West of ParkWay Web 5-bdrm, 5.5-bath house with spacoius Spac 5-bdrm, 2.5-bath contemporary living on room, dining home 1.2 acres withroom, decks,den lawnsand & center island $2,495,000 stream on pvtkitchen. Cul-de-Sac. $3,475,000
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601 kaPPock street Web #rr871 Web #cc758 FieldstoN viciNity 5355 heNry hudsoN prKWy #cc634 Mint condition, beautifully renovated Jr-4 (converted 2-bdrm) with Picturesque 1920’s 3-bdrm, 2-full and Updated Jr-4 withto sunrise balcony, doorman, availability, Features an entry 2-half bath pool houseand withparking wood burning living room, diningfoyer, roomliving and room eat-in with picture window, renovated kitchen and refinished hrdwd Approval. floors. $299,000 fireplace in LR & dining area. $6,500 kitchen. No Board $279K
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5601 riVerdale aVe Web #cc746 3530 heNry #cc628 Spacious andhudsoN modernparKWay 4-bdrm, 2-bth postwar corner unit withWeb open views, Huge 3-bdrm convertible 4, 2-bath at the Parkway House. Low floor, enormous 24-hour doormen, renovated windowed kitchen and bathrooms, living room living room, high ceilings, windowed dining area, windowed eat-in kitchen with with a glass door to abalcony, sunrise east facing balcony and hardwood floors. $649,000 $599,000 granite countertops, 24-hr doorman.
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601 kaPPock 3800 blacKstoNe ave Web Web #cc754 #cc630 5715 mosholust ave Web #cc635 SpaciousL-shaped & renovated 2-bdrm,Postwar 1.5-bth with2-bdrm, part-time2-bath doormen. Features an entry duplex penthouse Bright 2-bdrm hall; living to balcony; renovated withwindowed 3 privateand roof terraces,kitchen, bright Co-op withroom hrdwdwith flrs,glass Southdoor & West masterTop bdrm with powder & 2nd bdrm withW/D corner windows. $395,000 kitchen, and C/A/C. $709,000 expos. floor corner unit.room $249,000
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3800blackstoneaVe cc692 3935 blackstone cc711 4455-65 525 Westdouglas 238tH stcc622 cc748 3755 hh pKWay - the imperial - Walk-in level doctor’s Spacious Townhouse with Spacious 3-bdrm, 2-bath Spacious 2-bdrm, 2-bath w/ Elegant and spacious prewar office and 2sunrise, exam rooms. 3.5bths, sunken condowith withreception balcony area , indr river views.$360K Mstr 3-bdrms, gem: “Classic 7” (4-bdrm, WBFP & patio. $1.699K Office Space North parking riverdale & laundry. -$649k 3-bath) co-op. $750,999 bdrmAvailable. ste & 24-hr$1,500/mo DM. $450k LR,
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5355 hh parKWay cc629 2621 Palisade aVe cc755 Renovated living room, Spac Jr-4 w/Jr-4, open-plan living dining room & eat-in & dining rm that can bekitch. used Noa guest boardroom approval. as or den.$299K $425k
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3755 parKWay 2500 hh JoHnson aVe cc623 cc744 Spacious with entry Bright and1-bdrm spacious 2-bdrm. foyer, 3-bdrm), living room, (Conv 2-bathrenov with kitch & dining area.$575,999 $199K balcony & DM.
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WestHenry oF parKWay West oF parKWay cc757 rr704 3725 Hudsonrr865 ParkWay 4-bdrm (+and attic bd), top 2.5-bth. Charming 4-bdrm, 3-bth. Living Spacious bright floor 2-bdrm corner unit. Features Living rm w/ wbfp, FDReat-in & cenroomupdated w/ fireplace, kitch & an entry/dining foyer, kitchen, batheat-in & 6 closets. ter island kitchen. $4,200/mo basement. $6,900/mo Bldg features doormen, basketballfinished & pickleball courts. $300k
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3103kaPPock FairFieldst ave cc720 cc621 601 Spacious 3-bth Spac & renov3-bdrm, 1-bdrm corner corner opendining plan unit w/ unit eat-inw/kitch, living DM & dining rm. $539K foyer, & pool. $199k
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3103 FairField 4555 HH PrkWyave. cc619 cc751 Sunny &1-bdrm, drmn, Spac, updatedPT3-bdrm, entry foyer, living 24-hr. room DM and 2-bath w/ balcony, windowed & indoor EIK. parking. $169K $595k
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FieldstoN FieldstoN vic. rr642 4705 Henryvic. Hudsonrr655 ParkWay cc755 Grand 1-bdrm 8-bdrm,with6.5-bath, 6-bdrm, 3.5-bath, 7,500 sq. ft. Luxury spectacular river view, sunset balcony, 10,700+ sq. ft.pool, Private swimming house w/availability. Expansive wraparound swimming doormen and parking Open livpool.and 3-cardining, garage. $17,500/mo porchand & wood pool. floors. $22,500/mo ing windowed kitchen $275k
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3636 rd stcc632 290 West 232Nd st cc626 290 FieldstoN West 232nd cc752 Renov studio with sep2-bdrm kitchen with2-bdrm withandentry Spacious & bright a balcony leafy foyer, open & sleeping area. Sponsor livingroom, room,large kitchen, dining views. Features a entryunit, hall, living kitchen & no boardarea. approval. $175K arearoom and balcony. dining Storage area & bicycle in building. $329K $330k
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FieldstoN vic. rr641 3616KappocK Henry st Hudson PrkWy cc743 555 cc605 8-bdrm, 10,700+ sq. Spacious & bright with6.5-bath, entry foyer, living Bright 1-bdrm with2-bdrm, dining 2-bth ft. Multiple porches, swimming roomC/A/C, with picture galley kitchen, dinarea, Hudsonwindow, River updated pool. 4-carcloset garage.space. $23,500/mo ing area balcony & great $475k view and with 24-hrdoor DM.to$179K
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West oF parKWay - Luxury 2-bdrm, 2-bath with balcony, $3,595/mo doorman, tennis courts and fitness room. West oF parKWay - Luxury renovated 2-bdrm, 2-bath $3,395/mo with doorman, tennis courts and fitness room. West oF parKWay - Luxury spacious Jr4, balcony, 24-hr doorman, health club w/ pool. 1 month free rent $2,925/mo West oF parKWay - Luxury 2-bdrm, 2-bath, 24-hr doorman, pool & tennis courts. 1 month free rent $2,795/mo exclusiVe large 1-bdrm with river cc742 views. West parKWay - Luxury 4499 oF Henry Hudson ParkWay $2,725/mo 24-hr doorman, gym w/ pool. month free rentwith Spacious 4-bdrm, 2-bth conv 1into a 3-bdrm an entry with balcony, doorWest oF parKWay - Luxury foyer, open living and dining rm 1-bdrm combination with doors to the balcony renovated kitchen and bathrooms. $499k man, tennis and courts and fitness room. $2,295/mo West oF parKWay - Luxury studio in 24-hr doorman building with pool and tennis courts. 1 month free rent $1,850/mo
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3875 ave. cc636 290 West 232Nd st cc753 cc631 5410Waldo netHerland aVe Charming with Spacious 3-bdrm, Spacious & 1-bdrm updated 2-bdrm, 2-bth prewar co-op1.5-bth with entry foyer, sunkenseparate living rm with open views, indoor parking, diningcorner room,unit windowed kitchen, &decorative windowedarchways kitchen. $295K livinghrdwd rm & kitchen. $425K & refinished floors. $365k
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West oF parKWay - 3-bdrm, 2-bath, w/ balcony, L-shaped LR/DR area, DM, fitness room, private playground and childrens recreation room. Dogs OK. Indoor parking available. $515K West oF parKWay - 2-bdrm, 1.5-bath, w/ balcony, L-shaped LR/DR area, DM, fitness room, private playground and childrens recreation room. Dogs OK. Indoor parking available. $420K North riverdale - Renovated Jr-4 with entry foyer living exclusiVe room, dining room and 3800 blackstone aVewindowed eat-in kitchen. $299K cc630 Contemporary 2-bdrm,-2-bath penthouse with ceNtral riverdale Newlyduplex renovated studiocondo featuring privateflrs roofwith terraces, laundry andand indoor parking. $185Ka hrdwd seperate kitchen sleeping area.Features bright kitchen with granite countertops, dining area & C/A/C. $699k
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3205 3530 arliNgtoN HH PrkWyave cc633 cc749 Contemporary 3-bdrm, 2-bth Updated & spacious 2-bdrm. w/ southern balcony, (Conv 3-bdrm), 2-bathlndry with in unit & indr prkg. entry/dining foyer. $725K $599k
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