Troy Lancaster built the Bronx’s Dred Scott Bird Sanctuary from the ground up 22 years ago and works almost daily on the park’s upkeep. After being diagnosed with cancer last year, however, he’s been trying to find a replacement—to no avail.
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Cancer diagnosis threatens future of Bronx bird sanctuary
Posted on 12 September 2018.
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Protesters Denounce Majora Carter’s Wealth Protection Plan for Hunts Point Homeowners
Posted on 08 September 2018.
Protesters gathered outside a meeting that Majora Carter hosted with non-profit lenders and homeowners. Protesters accused Carter of displacing Hunts Point residents, promoting her long-held mission she calls “self-gentrification.”
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The Right to A Lawyer in Housing Court May Soon Become A Reality
Posted on 18 October 2016.
New York City may guarantee free legal counsel for low income tenants facing eviction. The Right to Counsel Bill introduced by Councilwoman Vanessa Gibson and Councilman Mark Levine in order to counter the increasing homelessness in the city is steadily gaining traction in the City Council.
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Two Westchester Square Libraries Slated for Upgrades
Posted on 16 October 2016.
Westchester Square in the East Bronx is slated to get a gleaming, glass-walled 12,000 square-foot library and an outdoor performance shell for plays and concerts. If all goes as planned, a deal between the New York Public Library and the private Huntington Free Library is allowing both to expand their services in the area. The […]
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Another Chance for Bronx Misdemeanor Ticket Holders
Posted on 24 September 2016.
The Bronx does not want to be left out again. The NYC borough that received the most quality-of-life crime tickets had its first warrant forgiveness event. 350 cases were resolved.
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Back to School with Councilman King
Posted on 24 September 2016.
Around 1,500 middle school children receive books and a boost from the chancellor and City Councilmember Andrew King
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