Articles by: Michael Benjamin

FDNY Medal Day, June 2018.  Credit: Mayoral Photography Office.

Rally for Equity, Opportunity and Improved Workplace Culture in the FDNY

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson and New York City Council Member Kevin C. Riley are joining New York City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, and the Black, Latino, and Asian Caucus of the New York City Council on the City Hall […]

by · September 16, 2022 · FDNY, Government, News, Public Safety
Feds Award $110 Million Grant for Hunts Point Produce Market

Feds Award $110 Million Grant for Hunts Point Produce Market

USDOT Grant Will Help Fund Significant Redevelopment of Produce Market, Protect Jobs, and Improve Community’s Air Quality Mayor Eric Adams today announced that the Hunts Point Produce Market has been selected for a $110 million federal grant to upgrade and […]

Gregory Russ, Chair of the New York City Housing Authority. Credit: Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office

NYCHA CEO To Step Down

Chair and CEO Roles Will Be Split, With National Search Underway for Permanent CEO Current NYCHA General Counsel Lisa Bova-Hiatt Will Serve as Interim CEO Mayor Eric Adams today announced a new leadership structure at the New York City Housing […]

by · September 15, 2022 · Breaking News, Housing, News
African Heritage Celebration and Festival, 9/17

African Heritage Celebration and Festival, 9/17

Join The NYC Commission on Human Rights and Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson to celebrate African Communities and their heritage. The event will bring people from all backgrounds together to showcase their cultures and heritage through a parade, resource fair, […]

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program  Here’s what you need to know about the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) Waiver: it’s available to anyone who works in the government or nonprofit sectors. If you have worked for 10 years, you […]

by · September 13, 2022 · Announcements, News, Personal Finance
Amazon. CREDIT: Phipps Neighborhoods

PHIPPS NEIGHBORHOODS & AMAZON CO-HOST BRONX HIRING FAIR

On Friday, September 9, 2022, Phipps Neighborhoods and Amazon co-hosted a Hiring Fair at the non-profit’s West Farms Opportunity Center, located at 1071 East Tremont Avenue, Bronx, Over 150 job seekers attended the event, at which both Phipps Neighborhoods and […]

by · September 13, 2022 · Bulletin Board, Community Events, Jobs
You're invited to an exciting week-long series of curated events celebrating the life and times of Dr. Evelina Antonetty.

Celebrate the memory of Dr. Evelina Antonetty, Sept. 12-19

E100 Centennial Celebration Committee invites you to attend a series of week-long events celebrating the life and times of Dr. Evelina Antonetty SEPTEMBER 12–19, 2022 MONDAY, September 12 Hostos Community College/CUNY A Building Atrium 11 AM | Opening Ceremonies 12 […]

EVELINA 100 VOTE! Voter Drive & All-Women Concert

EVELINA 100 VOTE! Voter Drive & All-Women Concert

As part of the 100th birthday anniversary of famed community organizer, educator and activist Evelina Antonettyy (aka “The Hell Lady of the Bronx”), the E100 Centennial Celebration Committee—and its partners—are conducting a citywide voter registration campaign entitled “EVELINA 100 VOTE!” […]

"The city will open a new Tremont monkeypox vaccination clinic in the Bronx for first dose walk-in clients."

CITY OPENS NEW BRONX MONKEYPOX VACCINATION SITE

New York City is continuing to expand access to monkeypox vaccine by opening a new location, more appointments and expanding second dose appointments. A new Tremont vaccination clinic will open to first dose walk-in clients. The clinic will be able […]

by · September 9, 2022 · Health, News
Governor Kathy Hochul

Gov. Kathy Hochul: Child tax credit checks hitting mailboxes soon

Millions of dollars in tax relief checks will be hitting mailboxes in the coming weeks of New Yorkers eligible for the Empire State Child Credit or the Earned Income Credit, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced on Thursday. New Yorkers can expect […]

by · September 8, 2022 · News, Personal Finance
Guests pose for photos on the South Lawn of the White House Monday, July 4, 2022, during Fourth of July celebrations. (Official White House Photo by Katie Ricks)

Poll: Abortion rights divide Americans

Abortion has long been a contentious issue in the United States, and it is one that sharply divides Americans along partisan, ideological and religious lines. Today, a 61% majority of U.S. adults say abortion should be legal in all or […]

by · September 8, 2022 · News, Politics, Women
Representatives from Camber Property Group, the non-profit Humanity Optimism Opportunity & Diversity (HOOD) and the Highbridge Tenant Association joined with Assembly Member Latoya Joyner to distribute backpacks and school supplies during a back-to-school event at the Highbridge Houses on Monday, August 29, 2022. Pictured are (l to r, bottom row) 
Ivy Paniagua, Camber Property Group; AM Latoya Joyner; Matthew Shuffler, Camber Property Group;  Sandra Thomas, President, Highbridge Tenant Association; (l to r, second row) Madimakan Magassa, HOOD; Jozef Nikaj, Camber Property Group; Mohammad Magassa, HOOD; Travis Seka; Alvin Poledore, Jr., Camber Property Group; Monique Nazario, Camber Property Group.  CREDIT: Camber Property Group.

BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENT AT HIGHBRIDGE HOUSES

On Monday, August 29, Camber Property Group, Assembly Member Latoya Joyner and the Highbridge Tenant Association partnered with the non-profit Humanity Optimism Opportunity & Diversity (HOOD) to co-host a back-to-school celebration for the families at the Highbridge Houses, a two-building […]

Serena Williams won her first match of the 2022 US Open Monday night, defeating Danka Kovinic. Credit: Michael Appleton/Mayoral Photography Office

Opening night of the U.S. Open Arthur Ashe Stadium

  New York City Mayor Eric Adams attended the opening night of the U.S. Open Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens. Adams was a guest of honor at the gala dinner and saw Serena Williams win her qualifying match to advance […]

by · August 30, 2022 · News, Sports
Phipps Neighborhoods staff hosted a health fair at Crotona Park on August 19. CREDIT: Phipps Neighborhoods

PHIPPS NEIGHBORHOODS HOSTS COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR

On Friday, August 19, 2022, hundreds of Bronx residents came out to a festive community health fair hosted by Phipps Neighborhoods’ COVID-19 Disparities Initiative at Crotona Park. This inspiring Day of Action event featured free health screenings, a Zumba class, […]

REPUBLIC OF TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO FLAG RAISING CEREMONY

BP Gibson Sets Trinidad & Tobago Flag-Raising Tribute, 8/30

Bronx Borough President Gibson will join the Consul of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, Mary Tang Yew, and Community Activist Hazra Ali who will serve as Mistress of Ceremonies, outside Bronx Borough Hall for a flag-raising ceremony to commemorate […]