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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NYPD: Man wanted for stealing over $800 from woman's home
NYPD: Man wanted for stealing over $800 from woman's home
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a man they say stole over $800 from a woman he met with.
Police are asking for the public's help in finding a man they say stole over $800 from a woman he met with.
Fall Foliage: Where to see it around the tri-state
Fall Foliage: Where to see it around the tri-state
Foliage season begins in late September and extends through early November. Peak color is estimated to be between Oct. 5 and Nov. 8.
Foliage season begins in late September and extends through early November. Peak color is estimated to be between Oct. 5 and Nov. 8.
Foliage season begins in late September and extends through early November. Peak color is estimated to be between Oct. 5 and Nov. 8.
Vote: School Spirit Showdown Top 12
Vote: School Spirit Showdown Top 12
Let the battle for bragging rights begin! It's time to prove that your school RULES!
Let the battle for bragging rights begin! News 12 The Bronx is launching a new series, School Spirit Showdown! It's time to prove that your school RULES!
Let the battle for bragging rights begin! News 12 The Bronx is launching a new series, School Spirit Showdown! It's time to prove that your school RULES!
Police: 56-year-old shot during attempted robbery on Westchester Avenue
Police: 56-year-old shot during attempted robbery on Westchester Avenue
A 56-year-old business owner is recovering after police say he was shot during an attempted robbery Friday evening.
A 56-year-old business owner is recovering after police say he was shot during an attempted robbery Friday evening.
Councilman to team up with BID to clean Fordham Plaza
Councilman to team up with BID to clean Fordham Plaza
City Councilman Ritchie Torres has a plan to team up with the Fordham Business Improvement District to clean up Fordham Plaza.
City Councilman Ritchie Torres has a plan to team up with the Fordham Business Improvement District to clean up Fordham Plaza.
City officials propose policy change to prevent future lead poisoning
City officials propose policy change to prevent future lead poisoning
City Councilmember Ritchie Torres announced Friday that he is teaming up with Med-Alliance to introduce a prevention plan to ensure Bronx residents avoid lead poisoning and receive help if needed.
City Councilmember Ritchie Torres announced Friday that he is teaming up with Med-Alliance to introduce a prevention plan to ensure Bronx residents avoid lead poisoning and receive help if needed.
Bronx school expands art program
Bronx school expands art program
A Bronx teacher is looking to inspire students at the Fordham Leadership Academy and make them feel appreciated through art.
A Bronx teacher is looking to inspire students at the Fordham Leadership Academy and make them feel appreciated through art.
Police: 3 babies, 2 adults stabbed at Queens 'day care'
Police: 3 babies, 2 adults stabbed at Queens 'day care'
Police say three babies and two adults were stabbed early Friday morning at what is described as an overnight day care and birthing center operating out of a home in Flushing, Queens.
Police say three babies and two adults were stabbed early Friday morning at what is described as an overnight day care and birthing center operating out of a home in Flushing, Queens.
Lehman Center opening its doors for 38th season
Lehman Center opening its doors for 38th season
A new and improved Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is opening its doors for its 38th season this Saturday.
A new and improved Lehman Center for the Performing Arts is opening its doors for its 38th season this Saturday.
Best of the Bronx: Teacher, former student now working together
Best of the Bronx: Teacher, former student now working together
A Bronx man returned to the classroom to work alongside the teacher who taught him more than two decades ago.
A Bronx man returned to the classroom to work alongside the teacher who taught him more than two decades ago.
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70th Emmy Awards
70th Emmy Awards
The 70th Emmy Awards were held at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
The 70th Emmy Awards were held at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
The 70th Emmy Awards were held at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
The 70th Emmy Awards were held at Microsoft Theater on Sept. 17, 2018 in Los Angeles, California.
Boogie Down Bites Photos
Boogie Down Bites Photos
From pizza to chopped cheese sandwiches and the Bronx salad, News 12 brings you Boogie Down Bites!
Here are some of the dishes featured on Boogie Down Bites.
Here are some of the dishes featured on Boogie Down Bites.
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Guide: Brooklyn and Bronx Breweries
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Looking to check out brewery this summer? There are many breweries across the boroughs for beer-lovers to visit.
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Guide: National park sites in the tristate area
Statue of Liberty
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.
Got $1,100? Apple shows off its most expensive iPhone yet
Got $1,100? Apple shows off its most expensive iPhone yet
Apple's newest iPhone will again test the limits of how much people are willing to pay for the latest technology.
Apple's newest iPhone will again test the limits of how much people are willing to pay for the latest technology.
Florence ravages communities in the Carolinas
Florence ravages communities in the Carolinas
Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina early Friday, pushing a life-threatening storm surge of floodwater miles inland and ripping apart buildings with screaming wind and pelting rain.
Hurricane Florence made landfall in North Carolina early Friday, pushing a life-threatening storm surge of floodwater miles inland and ripping apart buildings with screaming wind and pelting rain.
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.
West Indian American Day Parade Photos
West Indian American Day Parade Photos
Snap a pic while you're out celebrating and share it with News 12 using the hashtag #BKCarnival2018 on social media.
Snap a pic while you're out celebrating and share it with News 12 using the hashtag #BKCarnival2018 on social media.
PHOTOS: Top-rated toys as voted on by kids
PHOTOS: Top-rated toys as voted on by kids
Walmart’s top-rated toys as voted on by kids
Walmart is trying fill the void left by the closing of toy-giant Toys ‘R’ Us.
Walmart is trying fill the void left by the closing of toy-giant Toys ‘R’ Us.
Your 2018 Bronx Back-to-School Photos
Your 2018 Bronx Back-to-School Photos
Send us your back-to-school photos.
Are you or your kids heading back to school? News 12 The Bronx wants to see your photos! Use the #BXBacktoSchool on Instagram or Twitter and we may use your photos on News12.com or on air!
Are you or your kids heading back to school? News 12 The Bronx wants to see your photos! Use the #BXBacktoSchool on Instagram or Twitter and we may use your photos on News12.com or on air!
