Officials call for revitalization of East Tremont park
Posted: Updated:Officials are calling on the city Parks Department to revitalize part of an East Tremont park that has been vacant for nearly 50 years.
The section has been vacant since 1969, when it was the old Bronx Borough Hall.
City Councilman Ritchie Torres is urging the Parks Department to reinvest in the area with new programs or a recreation center, calling the space a blank canvas.
"I feel like this could be an opportunity to create a community space," he says.
Anyone wishing to help out can send a proposal to the Parks Department by Nov. 13.
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Bronx students drive electric car for driver's ed class
Bronx students drive electric car for driver's ed class
The city's 500th electric car charging station was unveiled Wednesday to some Bronx high schoolers who are learning to drive electric vehicles for their driver's education class.
The city's 500th electric car charging station was unveiled Wednesday to some Bronx high schoolers who are learning to drive electric vehicles for their driver's education class.
The city's 500th electric car charging station was unveiled Wednesday to some Bronx high schoolers who are learning to drive electric vehicles for their driver's education class.
Concourse Village residents concerned about holes in asphalt
Concourse Village residents concerned about holes in asphalt
Some residents say curbside hazards in Concourse Village are a growing problem.
Some residents say curbside hazards in Concourse Village are a growing problem.
Scientists: Euthanized whale was not in good health
The chief scientist of the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society says the whale euthanized off the waters of Orchard Beach on Sunday was not in good health.
The chief scientist of the Atlantic Marine Conservation Society says the whale euthanized off the waters of Orchard Beach on Sunday was not in good health.
Herring released into Bronx River for repopulation
Herring released into Bronx River for repopulation
About 400 alewife herring were released into the Bronx River to speed up their repopulation process.
About 400 alewife herring were released into the Bronx River to speed up their repopulation process.
About 400 alewife herring were released into the Bronx River to speed up their repopulation process.
Residents: City's $39M project to replace water pipes causing parking issues
Residents: City's $39M project to replace water pipes causing parking issues
Some residents in Norwood say the city's $39 million project to replace aging water pipes in the Bronx is causing parking issues.
Some residents in Norwood say the city's $39 million project to replace aging water pipes in the Bronx is causing parking issues.
Community garden revamp in works at Marble Hill Houses
Community garden revamp in works at Marble Hill Houses
A New York City man has turned his green thumb toward revamping a community garden at the Marble Hill Houses.
A New York City man has turned his green thumb toward revamping a community garden at the Marble Hill Houses. Juanli Carrion and the community organization Outer Seed Shadow raised $11,000 and mobilized residents of the area to help out. The 11 planned plant bends will represent the 11 buildings in the housing complex, even mimicking the layout. Construction begins next week and is expected to end by May 6.
A New York City man has turned his green thumb toward revamping a community garden at the Marble Hill Houses. Juanli Carrion and the community organization Outer Seed Shadow raised $11,000 and mobilized residents of the area to help out. The 11 planned plant bends will represent the 11 buildings in the housing complex, even mimicking the layout. Construction begins next week and is expected to end by May 6.
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PHOTOS: George H.W. Bush through the years
PHOTOS: George H.W. Bush through the years
George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died Nov. 30 at the age of 94.
George H.W. Bush, the 41st president of the United States, died Nov. 30 at the age of 94.
Your 2018 Bronx Holiday Lights Photos
Your 2018 Bronx Holiday Lights Photos
Do you have an amazing holiday lights display? We want to see it! Upload the photos to our site or post them on Instagram and Twitter with #BXHolidayLights.
Do you have an amazing holiday lights display? We want to see it! Upload the photos to our site or post them on Instagram and Twitter with #BXHolidayLights.
Gift Guides: Gifts for everyone on your list
Gift Guides: Gifts for everyone on your list
From Jack-Jack, of the "Incredibles," to the newest Fingerlings toy, we have a list of the hottest toys for the kids in your list!
We have a list of the best gifts for everyone on your list!
We have a list of the best gifts for everyone on your list!
Just Married in The Bronx
Just Married in The Bronx
Share your wedding with News 12.
News 12 The Bronx wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBX.
News 12 The Bronx wants to announce your wedding. If you were married in the past 90 days, please submit your photos via Twitter or Instagram using #JustMarriedBX.
Photos: A look back at the 2013 Metro-North derailment, 5 years later
A look back at the 2013 Metro-North derailment, 5 years later
Dec. 1 marks the fifth anniversary of the 2013 Metro-North Hudson Line derailment that killed four people near the Spuyten Duyvil station in the Bronx.
Dec. 1 marks the fifth anniversary of the 2013 Metro-North Hudson Line derailment that killed four people near the Spuyten Duyvil station in the Bronx.
'O Christmas Tree:' Lightings across the nation
'O Christmas Tree:' Lightings across the nation
The 86th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center was held on Nov. 28, 2018 in New York City.
The 86th Annual Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Rockefeller Center was held on Nov. 28, 2018 in New York City.
The holidays are upon us - and with them the traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremonies across the nation!
The holidays are upon us - and with them the traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremonies across the nation!
Notable deaths of 2018
Notable deaths of 2018
Photos of celebrities, politicians and other notable people who passed in 2018.
Photos of celebrities, politicians and other notable people who passed in 2018.
Your Bronx 2018 Holiday Photos
Your Bronx 2018 Holiday Photos
Celebrating the holidays with your loved ones? We want to see your photos!
Celebrating the holidays with your loved ones? We want to see your photos!
Things To Do
Things To Do
Looking for something fun to do? Check our our guide of things to do in the tri-state area.
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
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A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
A guide to the national park sites and trails on Long Island, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York City and the Hudson Valley.
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Police: Man punches 75-year-old in the face in Wakefield
Police: Man punches 75-year-old in the face in Wakefield
Police are searching for the suspect who punched a 75-year-old man in the face in Wakefield.
Police are searching for the suspect who punched a 75-year-old man in the face in Wakefield.
Police are searching for the suspect who punched a 75-year-old man in the face in Wakefield.
Co-op City celebrates 50th anniversary
Co-op City celebrates 50th anniversary
Co-op City, one of the largest cooperative housing developments in the world, is now 50 years old.
Co-op City, one of the largest cooperative housing developments in the world, is now 50 years old.
Parents say foul smell at elementary school is sickening kids
Parents say foul smell at elementary school is sickening kids
A group of parents in Norwood say a foul odor at P.S. 20 is making kids sick, and they're blaming the school's sewage system.
A group of parents in Norwood say a foul odor at P.S. 20 is making kids sick, and they're blaming the school's sewage system.
EDC study could determine where next ferry stop will be in borough
EDC study could determine where next ferry stop will be in borough
A new study could determine where the next ferry stop will be in the Bronx.
A new study could determine where the next ferry stop will be in the Bronx.
2 workers on leave over video showing boy wrenched from mom's arms
2 workers on leave over video showing boy wrenched from mom's arms
Two employees have been placed on leave following an incident captured on viral cellphone video that shows a small child being wrenched from his mother's arms at a social services center in Boerum Hill.
Two employees have been placed on leave following an incident captured on viral cellphone video that shows a small child being wrenched from his mother's arms at a social services center in Boerum Hill.
Mayor of Bronx's 'sister city' in Montenegro visits borough
Mayor of Bronx's 'sister city' in Montenegro visits borough
Bronx officials welcomed representatives from the borough's "sister city" in Montenegro on Monday for a celebration of friendship and culture.
Bronx officials welcomed representatives from the borough's "sister city" in Montenegro on Monday for a celebration of friendship and culture.
List ranks Costco as best place to work
List ranks Costco as best place to work
The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China has GoPro packing up shop.
The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China has GoPro packing up shop.
#N12BX: Tipping guide
#N12BX: Tipping guide
Whether you have a personal trainer or a dog walker, year-end tips are one way to thank people who help you out throughout the year.
Whether you have a personal trainer or a dog walker, year-end tips are one way to thank people who help you out throughout the year.
Company recalls over 32K high chairs because legs could detach
Company recalls over 32K high chairs because legs could detach
A company has recalled more than 32,000 high chairs over concerns the legs could detach from the seat, posing a fall and injury hazard.
A company has recalled more than 32,000 high chairs over concerns the legs could detach from the seat, posing a fall and injury hazard.
12 on Health: Dental hygiene and blood pressure
12 on Health: Dental hygiene and blood pressure
A new study from Buffalo University says women with poor dental hygiene are 20 percent more likely to develop high blood pressure.
